Aquatics Director

Aquatics Director 1900 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 $48,000

• $51,000 a year
• Full-time $48,000
• $51,000 a year
• Full-time

PLAY A CRITICAL ROLE IN SUPPORTING OUR COMMUNITY'S NEEDS

The Door County YMCA is seeking a dynamic, relationship-focused Aquatics Director to lead our aquatics department with energy, professionalism, and vision. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can confidently manage daily operations, and enjoys building and motivating high-performing teams. This is more than managing a pool deck — it's an opportunity to lead with purpose, creativity, and energy in a community-centered organization that values innovation, teamwork, and impact.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Aquatics Director is responsible for the overall leadership and day-to-day operations of aquatic programs, including staff supervision, program development, safety oversight, and member engagement. We are looking for someone who can create a positive, welcoming environment while finding creative ways to inspire, recognize, and retain staff. Successful candidates will bring strong communication and leadership skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure, and a passion for making a difference in the community through aquatics programming.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Direct daily aquatics center operations, member relations, communications and safety; ensure pool operations meet local and YMCA health and safety regulations. 2. Utilize the most current knowledge and practices of the discipline; work to enhance, lead and develop aquatics programming in an effort to serve a diverse population and grow interest in swimming as a lifelong sport. 3. Ensure programs and services meet community needs; supervise existing program activities, establish new program activities, ensure operations meet YMCA Aquatics Best Practices, and expand the awareness of safe swimming in the community. 4. Balance the needs of the aquatics center with staffing resources and schedules, with equal understanding being given to lap swimming, healthy living programming, progressive swim lessons, competitive swim team, and open/free swim in order to foster the highest level of participation across this premier environment. 5. Plan, develop, and provide appropriate training for aquatics staff. Conduct lifeguard, swim instructor, First Aid and CPR trainings for the organization. Ensure records of staff certifications are current and complete. 6. Recruit, schedule, and hire diverse staff and volunteer teams across multiple dimensions of diversity. On-board, recognize, appreciation, develop and mentor staff for success. 7. Work in concert with other aquatic and management staff to insure that all facets of the aquatics department are adequately scheduled, supervised and staffed during all operating hours. 8. Supervise Aquatics Coordinator and work alongside the Competitive Swimming Director to support all aquatics programming; aquatic facilities include 2 pools, whirlpool, and sauna. 9. Model relationship-building skills in all interactions. Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community organizations. 10. Develop and manage the program budget to meet fiscal objectives; compile program statistic to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of and participation in programs. 11. Coordinate (and bill for, if applicable) "special activities" that utilize the aquatics center, including, but not limited to, rentals, DCY and DCU swim meets, Super Kids Fun Nights (pool coordination), and other special activities/programs to encourage pool participation. 12. Assist in fundraising activities aimed to promote the organization and strengthen community relationships. 13. Assure own professional growth through ongoing certification, training, studying, and conference attendance. 14. Adhere to, and be ready to implement applicable Risk Management and Personnel Procedures as identified in related handbooks. (Handbooks can be found on the Staff Resource Portal)

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Minimum 21 years of age; bachelor's degree and 1-2 years of related management experience preferred; Knowledge, training and demonstrated proficiency in aquatics (including swim skills and techniques, administration, and training) necessary. Competitive coaching experience is a plus. 2. YMCA Team Leader certification to be obtained within 2 years of hire. 3. Aquatics trainings necessary to support staff, including Lifeguard, Lifeguard Instructor, Swim Instructor, etc. 4. Ability to relate to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community. 5. Obtain CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid Certificates within 90 days of hire; keep current. 6. Complete Child Abuse Prevention Training through the onboarding process/annually thereafter. 7. Complete New Employee Orientation within 30 days of your hire date. 8. Adhere to the Best Practices designated per position which can be found on the

Staff Resource Portal Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$48,000.00

• $51,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): This position requires knowledge of skills to be taught including ability to pass Lifeguard test, teach swim lessons, and implement safety as a priority. Do you feel you meet these basic requirements of the job? If so, share your skill status either here or on your resume or cover letter. Ability to

Relocate:

Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person