Director of Operations - Aquatics & Youth Programs

Ymcafw; Bedford (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, vision benefits

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

The YMCA of Metropolitan Fort Worth is seeking an experienced Operations Director for the Bedford Center YMCA to provide strategic leadership for aquatics and youth programming. You will oversee indoor and outdoor facilities, supervise staff, and drive exceptional member experiences through engaging programs and events.

Ideal candidates demonstrate a track record of building strong community relationships, managing budgets, and advancing safety and service standards across a large facility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Recreation, Business, Nonprofit Management, Physical Education, or related field or equivalent professional work experience.
• Four+ years of progressively responsible leadership experience in aquatics, recreation, youth programming, or nonprofit operations.
• YMCA Lifeguard certification preferred (or ability to obtain).
• YMCA Lifeguard Instructor (LGI) certification a plus.
• YMCA Team Leader Certification preferred or ability to obtain during employment.
• CPR, First Aid, AED, and other required certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership for the Bedford YMCA Aquatics Department and Youth & Family Programming.
• Oversees daily operations of indoor and outdoor aquatic facilities, including swim lessons, lifeguards, water fitness, certifications, recreations programming and special aquatic events.
• Develops innovative youth and family programming that strengthens member engagement and creates meaningful experiences for families throughout the year.
• Plans, coordinates, and evaluates signature family events including Fall Festival, Nerf Wars, Cookies with Santa, family nights, holiday celebrations, and other community focused activities.
• Develops and implements operating plans that promote program participation, member engagement, and revenue growth.
• Recruits, hires, trains, schedules, coaches, and evaluates staff while fostering a positive, service-oriented culture.
• Develops and manages departmental budgets while meeting financial performance goals.
• Ensures compliance with YMCA standards and all local, state, and federal health and safety regulations.
• Maintains the highest standards of safety, risk management, and emergency preparedness throughout all aquatic operations.
• Builds collaborative relationships with the City of Bedford, local schools, community organizations, and business partners.
• Supports the YMCA Annual Campaign through volunteer engagement, donor cultivation, and fundraising efforts.
• Works collaboratively with branch leadership to ensure exceptional member service and operations excellence throughout the facility.
• Provides reports, program evaluations, and performance data as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Aquatics operations

Youth programming

Budget management

Community relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Recreation / related field

Four+ years leadership in aquatics / nonprofit operations

YMCA Lifeguard certification preferred

LGI certification a plus

YMCA Team Leader Certification preferred

CPR/First Aid/AED certifications

Job description

The YMCA of Metropolitan Fort Worth is seeking an experienced Operations Director for the Bedford Center YMCA to provide strategic leadership for aquatics and youth programming. You will oversee indoor and outdoor facilities, supervise staff, and drive exceptional member experiences through engaging programs and events.

Ideal candidates demonstrate a track record of building strong community relationships, managing budgets, and advancing safety and service standards across a large facility.