Aquatics Programs Director - Lead Safe, High-Impact

YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metro Area; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 58,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

The Margaret Maddox YMCA is seeking an Aquatics Director to oversee safe, high-quality aquatic programs and staff development. You’ll help create a welcoming experience for members and guests while ensuring pool safety and certification compliance.

The role includes supervising aquatics staff, managing program budgets, and supporting lifeguards and volunteers. The position requires leadership, strong communication, and flexibility in scheduling.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; four-year degree preferred.
• 1,600 hours of lifeguarding experience and four years of experience directly teaching aquatic programs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other software programs, as well as the ability to use most office equipment is required
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Develop, schedule, and lead safe, high-quality aquatic programs.
• Hire, train, supervise, and support aquatics staff and volunteers.
• Maintain a clean and safe pool environment while ensuring lifeguard coverage and certification compliance.
• Manage program budgets, equipment, records, and participant concerns.
• Lifeguard and assist with programs when needed.

Skills

Lifeguard experience

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Conflict resolution

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Four-year degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

The Margaret Maddox YMCA is seeking an Aquatics Director to oversee safe, high-quality aquatic programs and staff development. You’ll help create a welcoming experience for members and guests while ensuring pool safety and certification compliance.

The role includes supervising aquatics staff, managing program budgets, and supporting lifeguards and volunteers. The position requires leadership, strong communication, and flexibility in scheduling.