Senior Aquatics Director — Lead & Elevate Community Wellness

Greater Philadelphia YMCA; Media (Delaware County); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is seeking a Senior Aquatics Director to provide overall direction and success of YMCA Pool operations. This role serves as a YMCA ambassador, delivering a great experience to members and staff while building confidence in youth and connecting diverse populations to healthier lives.

You will lead a culture that supports personal growth, oversee safety standards, and drive branch revenue and program goals through strategic planning and team leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field.
• 3-5 years of experience with ARC Lifeguard/Water Park, CPR for Professional Rescuer, First Aid, YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor certification with 2 years of related experience.
• 5+ years experience in fitness, retail, recreation management or hospitality industries.
• 5+ years experience managing 50+ team members.
• 5+ years experience managing P&L statements/revenue/EBITDA budgets.
• Experience providing high-end member service and managing member concerns.
• Pursue CPO and applicable certifications related to your location within 6 months.
• Ability to use water chemistry test kit.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in the delivery of quality within the YMCA aquatic department.
• Understand overall branch revenue and program goals, plan and execute daily/weekly workload to deliver department goals, membership goals and member engagement.
• Champion a culture where teams love to work, and members love to visit; recognize member-centered behaviors and reward outstanding performance.
• Creates and sustains an environment that values all people for their unique talents; promote diversity, inclusion, global engagement, and cultural competence.
• Work a schedule that aligns to guest and business needs (early morning, evening, weekends).
• Ensure the swimming facility is meeting or exceeding Aquatic Safety Standards.
• Facilitate monthly in-service meetings that include skill review.
• Supervise staff and ensure appropriate staffing of pool; coordinate breaks and rotate staff; monitor staff performance and member service.
• Develop high quality aquatics programs, including swim lessons and water fitness that meet community needs.
• Ensure safety and prevent injuries by supervising the pool area and watching for distress.

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

ARC Lifeguard/Water Park certification

CPR for Professional Rescuer

First Aid

YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor certification

Administering Emergency Oxygen

Job description

The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is seeking a Senior Aquatics Director to provide overall direction and success of YMCA Pool operations. This role serves as a YMCA ambassador, delivering a great experience to members and staff while building confidence in youth and connecting diverse populations to healthier lives.

You will lead a culture that supports personal growth, oversee safety standards, and drive branch revenue and program goals through strategic planning and team leadership.