Assistant Aquatics Director

at  Merrimack Valley YMCA

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Assistant Aquatics Director Under the direction of the Aquatics Director and aligned with the Merrimack Valley YMCA’s goals, the Assistant Aquatics Director is responsible for managing all programs and daily operations of the Aquatics Department. This role includes overseeing Aquatic Staff, maintaining a safe environment, developing and implementing aquatics programing, ensuring fiscal accountability, and championing a culture of service excellence. This individual will be focused on safety and quality standards throughout the department.

• Direct and supervise aquatic activities to meet YMCA objectives.
• Participate in the branch management team, addressing program registration and operational issues.
• Retain responsibilities of Head Lifeguard and Head Swim Instructor duties, ensuring quality and safety standards.

OTHER DUTIES:

Provide evening and weekend building coverage as scheduled. Contribute to measurable increases in revenue and community engagement. Serve as Manager on Duty (MOD) and perform additional duties as assigned.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

Perform other duties as assigned by the Aquatics Director to support the overall mission and goals of the aquatics program.

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Assistant Aquatics Director Under the direction of the Aquatics Director and aligned with the Merrimack Valley YMCA’s goals, the Assistant Aquatics Director is responsible for managing all programs and daily operations of the Aquatics Department. This role includes overseeing Aquatic Staff, maintaining a safe environment, developing and implementing aquatics programing, ensuring fiscal accountability, and championing a culture of service excellence. This individual will be focused on safety and quality standards throughout the department.

• Direct and supervise aquatic activities to meet YMCA objectives.
• Participate in the branch management team, addressing program registration and operational issues.
• Retain responsibilities of Head Lifeguard and Head Swim Instructor duties, ensuring quality and safety standards

Clear communication practices. Professional development opportunities (training, workshops). Recognition and rewards programs for outstanding performance. Team-building activities to foster collaboration. Goal setting processes to encourage individual and team accountability. Feedback mechanisms for continuous improvement.

• Bachelors Degree in a related field or equivalent experience, preferred not required.
• 1-2 years of related experience (e.g., Aquatics Coordinator, Head Lifeguard).
• Must hold certifications: Lifeguard, First Aid/CPR, Water Safety or YSL Instructor, LifeGuard Instructor, CPO. (YMCA preferred) or willing to achieve within the first 60 days.
• Proficient in Microsoft and Google Suites.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with diverse individuals