Aquatics Director
Company: YMCA
Location: Salinas
Posted on: July 10, 2025
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Job Description:
We are The Y, an association that values and is made stronger by
its diverse people. Job Description Under the supervision of the
Sr. Director of Programs, the Aquatics Director develops, plans,
organizes, implements, supervises, and evaluates all aquatics
programs, staff development and site maintenance. The Aquatics
Director oversees the management of staff, programs, and facilities
within the aquatic department. The Aquatics Director will provide
direct leadership, instruction, scheduling and motivation for staff
and supervise the day-to-day operations of the pool. This job
announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions,
responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position,
however, representative of the essential job functions and typical
criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.
Qualifications College degree in Sports Management, Recreation, or
related degree or significant experience in the aquatics field
preferred Must have experience working with aquatic programming,
water safety and rescue skills and be able to perform those skills.
Ability to supervise, train, and support program staff. Ability to
establish and maintain relationships with staff, volunteers,
members, and the community. Applicant must have the ability to
represent the YMCA in a mature and professional manner and possess
strong organization and management skills. Certifications: CPR/FA,
Lifeguard, required before hire Certifications: Water Safety
Instructor, Waterpark Skills, Certified Pool Operator, within 6
months of hire Essential Functions Direct the implementation,
development, and monitoring of all aquatics programming Recruits,
hires, trains, develops, schedules, and directs personnel and
volunteers as needed. Reviews and evaluates staff performance.
Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals. Ensures
records of staff certification are current and complete Set and
execute the monthly agenda for lifeguard in-service training and
ensure staff is current on training needs and development Know,
understand, and consistently apply safety rules, policies, and
guidelines for the pool and aquatics area Responsible for keeping
facilities, storage areas and offices clean, neat, and organized
Organize swim classes and assign instructors Provide data and
reports as required for assigned programs Maintain both the lap
pool and the family pool and maintain constant inventory of
supplies and equipment Fill out and file all necessary reports in a
timely manner Ensures high quality member-focused programs through
innovative program development, evaluations, and ongoing training
of staff Coordinates special events and activities Develops and
manages the annual Aquatics budget Actively participate in staff
leadership activities, meetings, and committee meetings Respond to
all member and community inquiries and complaints in a professional
and timely manner Provide exceptional customer service by greeting
all participants, maintaining a clean and safe facility, and always
demonstrating professional conduct Responds to challenges with
possible solutions in a timely manner All other duties as
requested
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