Aquatics Programs Director: Safety, Growth, and Impact

Sevymca; Simi Valley (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sevymca seeks an Aquatics Director to lead the Aquatics department, ensuring safe, high-quality programs and facility operations. You will develop a skilled team, oversee swim lessons, recreational and competitive programs, aquatic fitness, and other assigned offerings.

The role emphasizes safety, program quality, staff development, participation, and sustainable growth as a branch leader within the YMCA. Strong leadership and a data-driven approach are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent leadership experience.
• 2+ years in aquatics, recreation, or program leadership.
• Current certifications for Swim Instructors, CPR, and First Aid; CPO required within six months.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily Aquatics operations including swim lessons, recreational and competitive programs, and aquatic fitness.
• Maintain a culture of aquatic safety, program quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Grow participation and revenue using data, feedback, and trends.
• Manage pool schedules, program setup, and space utilization.
• Recruit, train, coach, and evaluate Aquatics staff with required certifications.
• Develop coordinators and staff through coaching and growth opportunities.
• Participate in branch planning and cross-department initiatives.
• Oversee budget, goals, staffing, and safety indicators.

Skills

Aquatics leadership

Team leadership

Program operations

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

CPO certification within 6 months

Tools

Daxko

Recreation management system

Job description

Sevymca seeks an Aquatics Director to lead the Aquatics department, ensuring safe, high-quality programs and facility operations. You will develop a skilled team, oversee swim lessons, recreational and competitive programs, aquatic fitness, and other assigned offerings.

The role emphasizes safety, program quality, staff development, participation, and sustainable growth as a branch leader within the YMCA. Strong leadership and a data-driven approach are essential.