Aquatics Director

Job Description

Join the YMCA of Metro Atlanta, where talented professionals make an impact and grow in their career! The Aquatics Director intentionally fosters a cause-centered culture that is welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing and determined while also managing high-quality, member focused Aquatics programs.

• Bachelor’s degree in exercise science, physical education, exercise psychology, behavioral science, or a health-related field and 2+ years in aquatics OR 4+ years in aquatics
• 1+ years of supervisory responsibilities
• YMCA Lifeguard Certification
• Certified Pool Operator
• Available for a 6‑7‑hour shift (shifts can vary from 5 a.m. – 10 p.m. M-F and 5 a.m. – 6 p.m. S‑S) serving as a DOD with 2‑3 hours each day dedicated to completing departmental administrative duties

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5+ years of aquatics experience
• 2+ years of program or people leadership experience
• ASHI CPR Instructor

• Hire, schedule, train, and develop lifeguard staff.
• Monitor daily pool operations to adhere to all state, local and YMCA health and safety regulations and conducts and ensures proper maintenance of pools.
• Maintain accurate records of pool chemical levels and facility maintenance.
• Conduct Lifeguard, First Aid, and CPR trainings and monthly in‑services with lifeguards.
• Ensure records of staff certifications are current and complete.
• Model relationship‑building skills in all interactions.
• Maintain regular, clear, and concise communication within area of responsibility.
• Manage online pool schedule/reservation system.
• Complete staff bi‑weekly payroll and manage budget.
• Train and support lifeguards on Workplace Safety Guidelines.
• Support changed member traffic flow into the pool.
• Prepare lifeguards with daily reservation rosters.
• Serve as a building Director on Duty (DOD).
• DOD will ensure members and branch staff are following safety protocol, pre‑check guidelines, etc.

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