Dive into a rewarding role! Lead our aquatics programs, build a stronger community, and help all find confidence and safety in the water. The Aquatic Director is responsible for developing, organizing and implementing high quality, member-focused YMCA aquatic programs. As our Aquatics Director, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the Aquatics program at the LE MARS YMCA. Reporting to the CEO, you will lead a dedicated team in aligning with the YMCA’s priorities, protocols, and values. Your responsibilities will include supervising aquatic operations, managing staff, coordinating swim lessons and teams, and fostering a safe and inclusive environment for all members.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Create, implement, supervise and develop all aquatic program activities to fulfill YMCA objectives.
- Recruit, hire, train, supervise and evaluate all Aquatic staff. Implements strategies to motivate staff and achieve Aquatic goals.
- Conducts lifeguarding, swim instruction, First Aid and CPR trainings.
- Conducts monthly in-services and supports the integrity of the readiness of lifeguards.
- Secures and schedules Aquatic facilities. Maintains accurate records of pool chemicals, procedures and
- Collaborates with facility maintenance and lifeguards.
- Knows emergency procedures and implements them.
- Develop, produce, and distribute program information and marketing materials necessary to grow and maintain program engagement and participation per budgeted goals.
- Create and coordinates program registration, including logistics to support phone, walk-in and web registration.
- Ensures a high level of service with the commitment to improving lives.
- Maintains accurate records of staff certifications.
- Conducts and ensures proper maintenance of pools and coordinates/schedules maintenance & repairs.
- Effectively creates/manages budgets. Maintains equipment and facilities. Makes necessary purchases.
- Monitors daily pool operations to adhere to all state, local and YMCA health and safety regulations.
- Always demonstrate professional conduct & image. Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions. Exemplify the YMCA’s mission and core values.
- Assure your own self-development through reading, research, and conference or training attendance.
- Promotes a positive, professional, & welcoming atmosphere by providing excellent service to members, guests, & participants either by phone or as they enter the Y or upon leaving the Y.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree preferred in related field or equivalent.
- Two to three years’ related experience preferred; for example, pool manager, head lifeguard, leadership role within aquatics.
- Communicate the Y-Voice, demonstrating determination, genuine concern, a welcoming attitude, hopefulness and a nurturing spirit.
- Minimum age requirements of 21.
- Must complete the following trainings: Blood Borne Pathogens Training or equivalent training approved by the YMCA, Approved Mandatory Child Abuse Reporter Certification, Emergency procedure training, Lifeguard + First Aid/AED/CPR Certification, Certified Pool Operators License (achieved within 90 days of hire), Lifeguard Instructor Certification (within 6 months), Swim Lesson Instructor Certification (within 6 months)
- Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills with self-motivation and organization.
- Work with minimal supervision, taking initiative to assist in developing self and others.
- Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community and develop positive relationships.
- Previous customer service, or related experience. Good knowledge of computers.
TO APPLY:
- Click below to print out application, or pick one up from the YMCA.
- Email completed application, resume & cover letter to jacquep@lemarsymca.org or drop it off at the YMCA.
- You can also apply for Le Mars YMCA jobs on Indeed.com.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 6/13/2025
