Swim Program Director: Lead Safe, Fun Lessons

The Y In Central Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Y in Central Maryland is seeking a dedicated Swim Director to design and lead high-quality, member-focused swim programs while ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all. You will guide staff and volunteers to maintain daily pool operations and support community well-being.

The role emphasizes strong communication with children, parents, members, and colleagues, and offers opportunities to obtain YMCA certifications funded by the Y.

Qualifications

• Love of swimming and helping youth and adults learn.
• At least 1 year of lifeguard/swim instructor supervisory experience.
• Clear communication and active listening with children, parents/guardians, members, and staff.
• Willingness to obtain YMCA Swim Instructor, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, and Basic First Aid certifications (paid by the Y).

Responsibilities

• Develop, organize and implement high-quality, member-focused swim programs.
• Recruit, hire, train, develop, schedule and direct staff and volunteers for daily pool operations.

Skills

Love for swimming

Communication skills

Listening skills

Staff supervision

Tools

YMCA Swim Instructor Certification

CPR for the Professional Rescuer

First Aid Certification

Job description

The Y in Central Maryland is seeking a dedicated Swim Director to design and lead high-quality, member-focused swim programs while ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all. You will guide staff and volunteers to maintain daily pool operations and support community well-being.

The role emphasizes strong communication with children, parents, members, and colleagues, and offers opportunities to obtain YMCA certifications funded by the Y.