Aquatics Director

Make waves in Kansas City! Lead a full aquatics program, from swim lessons to swim meets, and develop a team that puts safety first.

Job Description

Join a team that’s building a stronger, healthier community through water safety, wellness, and fun. The YMCA of Greater Kansas City is hiring an Aquatics Director at Platte County Community Center North (Platte City, MO) to oversee operations, safety, and staff development across our aquatics department. We're seeking candidates that are dedicated and experienced aquatics professionals who can ensure high standards for risk management, customer satisfaction, and program quality in our aquatics department.


You’ll lead programs that range from swim lessons and water fitness to competitive swim meets and local swim teams-creating an inclusive environment where people of all ages and abilities can thrive in and around the water.


Hiring Range: $49,000-$53,000


Benefits Include:

• Comprehensive benefits package
• YMCA Retirement Plan
• Free citywide YMCA membership for you and your household
• Leadership development and professional growth opportunities
• Be part of a mission-driven organization where Kansas City connects

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent experience in management.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in aquatics or a related field.
• Preferred three years’ experience in aquatics management
• Current Lifeguard, CPR, First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen certification from national organization. Red Cross preferred.
• Preferred Lifeguard Instructor certification from national organization
• Knowledge of swim meet manager
• Able to manage and monitor department budget.
• Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions.
• Able to make independent and sound decisions in a fast paced environment.
• Able to exercise high levels of discretion and confidentiality.
• Detail oriented with good organizational skills, and be multi-task proficient.
• Strong computer skills with the ability to adapt to new software.
• Must have reliable transportation. Travel around the Greater Kansas City area may be required.

Essential Functions

• Lead and manage all aquatics programs, including scheduling, staffing, and safety standards
• Develop annual operating plans and budgets; monitor financial performance
• Design and maintain a robust calendar of swim lessons, fitness classes, and aquatic events for participants of all abilities and levels
• Partner with local swim teams; plan and host swim meets and community aquatics events
• Oversee daily pool operations, maintenance, and compliance with all health and safety regulations
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate lifeguards, instructors, and aquatics staff
• Coordinate and facilitate regular in-service staff meetings.
• Able to perform duties of lifeguard, water fitness instructor, swim coach or swim lesson instructor, as needed.
• Conduct and certify trainings in Lifeguarding, swim lesson instructor, CPR, First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen
• Serve as a Risk Management Specialist, ensuring strong emergency preparedness and reporting procedures
• Collaborate with center leadership on membership growth, community partnerships, and fundraising initiatives

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