Salary: $69,000 - $73,000 Annually

The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers — to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.

To help fulfill our mission, we cultivate a culture of learning, leading, and collaboration to enhance community impact. Through our talented staff and “LEAP” career framework (Leadership, Empowerment, Accountability, Personal Growth), we are committed to a people-first approach that fosters trust, inclusion, growth, and development for all.

The South Shore YMCA is seeking an Aquatics Director who will provide leadership to the Aquatics Department at the Branch. They will follow all YMCA of Greater New York and DOH Aquatics Standards to maintain safety for all aquatics programs in and around the Branch’s swim area. The Aquatics Director will serve as a model, promoting and demonstrating a professional demeanor (uniform and positive attitude) to other aquatics staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Know and understand all YMCA of Greater New York, State, and local Health & Safety requirements, including Pool Safety Plan, Emergency Action Plan, Emergency Evacuation Routes, and staff certifications.

• Maintain adequate staffing. Recruit, train, hire, and evaluate Lifeguards, Swim Instructors, and Water Exercise Instructors to deliver programs. Identify candidates for the Deck Supervisor and Aquatics Coordinator roles.

• Conduct in-service training as required by the YMCA Association.

• Develop, implement, track, and control the department's budget in accordance with the Branch and Association budget guidelines.

• Review program schedules, staffing capacity, and revenue to meet community needs and the YMCA mission.

• Collaborate and build relationships within the Branch, Association, and community organizations in accordance with strategic and operating plans.

• Maintain positive relationships with participants, parents/guardians, members, and staff.  Show members and colleagues respect by listening carefully and showing empathy when dealing with difficult situations.

• Maintain all records in accordance with the law for pool maintenance, staff training, certifications, program member attendance, evaluation of participant skills, and DOH requirements.

• Attend Branch Board meetings and/or Membership or Program Committee meetings.

Desired Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience required.

• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience supervising Lifeguards and Swim Instructors.

• Must be at least 21 years of age.

• Current YMCA Lifeguard certification or equivalent required, or must attain within 90 days of hire.

• Current YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor certification or equivalent required, or must attain within 120 days of hire.

• Current Basic Life Support (CPRO), First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen certifications.

• Demonstrate swim strokes, lifeguard rescues, and BLS (CPRO)/FA/EO skills.

• Maintain certification-level physical and mental readiness.

• Responsible for recertification before expiration.

• Certifications to attain within 180 days of hire: YMCA Pool Operator or equivalent and YMCA Aquatics Management.

• Certifications to attain within 1 year of hire: YMCA Introduction to Fiscal Management and YMCA Supervision.

• Must be willing to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Benefits:
The YMCA of Greater New York offers a variety of benefits to its staff members, including retirement benefits, medical, paid time off, free YMCA membership, and more! Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual’s employment status (i.e., full-time or part-time), tenure, and/or the number of hours scheduled to work. Click here for more information.

How to Apply:
If you would like to be a member of our dynamic team, please complete our online application and submit your résumé and a thoughtful cover letter that explains your interest in the role and our organization.

If you are a current YMCA employee, please submit your application through the Internal Career Site in Cornerstone.