Aquatics Program Director

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Develops, organizes and implements high-quality YMCA program(s).

• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent preferred.
• One to two years related experience preferred.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Completion of YMCA program-specific certifications.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.

Full Compensation Package (when applicable):

• Health Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Savings
• Retirement fund of 11% per pay period after 2 years of full-time employment
• 20% Discount on tuition at Missouri Baptist University
• 20% Discount on Tuition at Fontbonne University
• Free household membership to YMCA nationwide
• Discounts on YMCA programs
• Discounts on YMCA Childcare

• Directs and supervises program activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives.
• Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs staff and volunteers as needed. Reviews and evaluates staff performance. Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
• Establishes new program activities and expands program within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans.
• Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information, may organize and schedule program registrations. May review and process program scholarship applications.
• Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations.
• Develops and monitors program budget to meet fiscal objectives.
• Coordinates use of facilities for program activities and events.
• Assists in YMCA fund raising activities and special events.
• Models relationship-building skills in all interactions. Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints in timely manner.
• May assist with Program Committee meetings.
• Compiles program statistics. Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in programs.
• Monitors daily pool operations to adhere to all state, local and YMCA health and safety regulations.
• Maintains accurate records of pool chemical levels and facility maintenance.
• Maintains accurate records of staff certifications.
• Conducts and secures maintenance of pools.
• Secures and schedules pool facilities.
• Conducts lifeguarding, swim instruction, First Aid and CPT trainings.
• Creates and schedules swim classes, water fitness classes, and swim team practices and meets.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.