Aquatics Program Director (Full Time) - Central Branch YMCA

USA SWIMMING; Indiana, Fort Wayne (PA, IN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the YMCA Aquatics Team as an Aquatics Director, where you will ensure a safe and engaging environment for all ages. This full-time position offers opportunities for personal development, a supportive team, and various benefits, including health insurance and retirement plans.

Benefits

Free membership

Paid time off

Health, dental, and life insurance

Employer-funded retirement plan

Free training and certifications

Childcare options

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• One to two years related leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily pool operations and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Manage swim lesson programs and swim team practices.
• Conduct lifeguarding and swim instruction training.

Skills

Communication

Supervisory Skills

Organizational Skills

Human Relations

Education

Four-year degree

Job description

Dive into a Rewarding Career with YMCA Aquatics Team!

Are you passionate about water safety, fitness, and helping others develop new skills? The YMCA is looking for energetic, dedicated individuals to join our Aquatics team and make a splash in our community!

Why you’ll love the YMCA
As a full time staff member, you and your household will receive a free membership and participate in many free programs. Also receive 12% employer-funded retirement plan upon eligibility.

Other perks our Y employees enjoy:

• Personal Development:You’ll have many opportunities for free training and certifications, as well as opportunities to advance your career.
• Childcare:Your dependents will enjoy free before and afterschool care and summer day camp options. While working at a membership branch, up to three hours of Childwatch is offered during regular childwatch hours.
• Medical and Financial:Other benefits include paid time off and sick time, YMCA contributed HSA, health, dental and life insurance and long term disability.
• Fulfillment:Engage in an amazing, encouraging and diverse team while working for a company that cares about you personally and is actively involved in our community!

Responsibilities

The Central branch YMCA is looking for an energetic, outgoing team player to fill the position of Aquatics Director. This role ensures a safe and engaging aquatic environment for all ages through high-quality programming and facility management.

• Lead:Oversee all aspects of daily pool operations, ensuring compliance with local, state, and YMCA safety and health regulations.
• Develop:Manage swim lesson programs, swim team practices, and meets that promote skill-building and community engagement.
• Deliver:Conduct lifeguarding, CPR, and swim instruction training to ensure a well-prepared and safety-focused team.

Requirements

Candidates must be committed to contributing to the mission, culture, and values of the YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne as well as:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Four-year degree preferred but will consider an equivalent combination of education/work experience.
• One to two years related leadership experience preferred.
• Excellent communication, supervisory, and organizational skills.
• Excellent human relation skills and enthusiasm. An elevated level of organization, flexibility, and ability to handle difficult situations effectively
• Ability to work evening and weekend hours.
• Ability to relate to, welcome and communicate with diverse groups of people regardless of age, race, economic status, religion, or cultural differences.

Salary:Exempt Full time $44,000-$47,000 salary

Hours Available:40 hours per week

Location: Central Branch YMCA, 1020 Barr Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46802