Aquatics Director: Programs, Safety & Team Leadership

YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metro Area; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Hamilton Y is seeking an Aquatics Director to lead high-quality, member-focused programs. You will recruit, train, and supervise lifeguards and instructors, oversee pool facilities, and ensure health and safety compliance.

Responsibilities include creating swim and water fitness classes, managing budgets, and participating in community outreach and fundraising. A bachelor’s degree and CPR/First Aid/lifeguarding credentials are required, with 1–2 years of supervisory experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 1-2 years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Certified in CPR, First Aid, lifeguarding, and water exercise.
• Proven ability to stimulate program growth through community relations.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise program activities to meet community needs
• Recruit, hire, train, and schedule personnel and volunteers
• Monitor pool operations and maintenance
• Conduct lifeguarding and swim instruction trainings
• Create and schedule swim classes and water fitness classes
• Assist in marketing program information
• Develop and monitor program budget
• Participate in YMCA fundraising activities and special events
• Serve as member of branch leadership team and periodically work Manager on Duty shifts

Skills

Supervisory experience

Lifeguard certification

CPR & First Aid

Water exercise certification

Microsoft Word & Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Hamilton Y is seeking an Aquatics Director to lead high-quality, member-focused programs. You will recruit, train, and supervise lifeguards and instructors, oversee pool facilities, and ensure health and safety compliance.

Responsibilities include creating swim and water fitness classes, managing budgets, and participating in community outreach and fundraising. A bachelor’s degree and CPR/First Aid/lifeguarding credentials are required, with 1–2 years of supervisory experience preferred.