Regional Aquatics Programs Director & Safety Lead

YMCA of the USA; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

12% employer-paid retirement

Free YMCA membership

Childcare discounts

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

YMCA of the USA in Richmond, VA seeks a Regional Aquatics Business Director to provide strategic leadership for Aquatics Programming and Health & Safety initiatives. Working closely with the Executive Director of Aquatics Programming, this role focuses on training systems, certification management, safety compliance, and staff development to ensure high-quality aquatic experiences.

You will lead regional operations, manage schedules, certifications, audits, and partnerships with community

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; minimum 4 years of aquatics experience, including management.
• Trainer-level certifications (or willingness to obtain).
• Strong collaboration, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office and aquatics/sports software.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional Aquatics operations, ensuring consistent programs, pool schedules, and safety standards.
• Build and maintain lifeguard and instructor pipelines; organize certification courses and track compliance.
• Provide leadership, training, and support to full- and part-time staff using adult learning best practices.
• Conduct aquatic audits and Learn to Swim quality assurance reviews.
• Partner with community organizations and represent the YMCA at community events.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and fiscal stewardship for Aquatics programs.

Skills

Staff leadership

Training & development

Communication

Collaboration

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Minimum 4 years aquatics experience including management

Tools

Aquatics software

MS Office

Job description

YMCA of the USA in Richmond, VA seeks a Regional Aquatics Business Director to provide strategic leadership for Aquatics Programming and Health & Safety initiatives. Working closely with the Executive Director of Aquatics Programming, this role focuses on training systems, certification management, safety compliance, and staff development to ensure high-quality aquatic experiences.

You will lead regional operations, manage schedules, certifications, audits, and partnerships with community