Irsay Family YMCA - Director of Aquatics

  • YMCA
  • Indianapolis, Indiana
  • Full Time
Grow your impact by leading programs that strengthen spirit, mind, and body and help our community belong and thrive. Job Description

The Director of Aquatics willbe responsible forallfacetsof the indoor and outdoor aquatic departments.The position will include the development and administration of the department; program development and promotion, implementation and evaluation, staff scheduling and supervision, and financial operationin accordance withCenter and Association goals,objectivesand policies.

Benefits Include:

Free Household YMCA of Greater Indianapolis Membership
Paid Time Off and Sick Time
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
20 Hours Per Week of Free Child Care
Flexible Hours/ Scheduling
Retirement
Discounted Program Fees
Professional Development

Qualifications
  • This position requires a degree in physical education, or a related field, or its equivalent in experience.
  • Current certifications in aquatics (must be able to swim, pass CPR certification and lifeguarding exams).
  • A high degree of organizational and supervisory skillsisrequired.
  • Knowledge of pool operations (water quality, cleanliness, protocols).
  • Additionalskills in program development and implementation, fiscalcontroland written communications are necessary.
  • Must be a team player with strong human relations skills able to interpret program objectives to members and participants.
  • Able to communicate within and between communities and organizations.
Essential Functions
  • Develops,administersand controls the designated budgets, including meeting income targets and expense control, in consultation with Center Program Executive.
  • Selects, trains andsupervisepaid and volunteer department staff.
  • Interprets Association goals,objectivesand policies to the community and constituency.
  • Evaluate programs and recommend changes based on compatibility with the Center and Association goals.
  • Guides assignedCentercommittees in formulating policies and programs consistent with Center and Association goals.
  • Prepare reports asrequired.
  • Shares responsibilities for Center supervision, public relations,planningand promotions as agreed.
  • Assiststhe international aspect of the Association including World Service education and fund raising.
  • Evaluates performance, at least on an annual basis, of department personnel.
  • Supervises and is accountable for care andup keepof department equipment and facilities.
  • Shares responsibility for providing income through membership fees and special subsidies.
  • Assistsin the annual Sustaining Membershipenrollmentcampaign.
  • Schedules department facilities to assureequitableusage of facilities.
  • Provides direct leadership to specific programs as agreed upon with the Center Executive.
  • Assistswith any other projects or activities as may be assigned.
  • Perform other duties/ assignments as needed at the YMCA.

KEY DELIVERABLES

  • Recognized as a leader in the aquatics field.
  • Financial accountability as it relates to the achievement of budgeted program target levels.
  • Evidence of growth and development in the number of aquatic programs,activitiesand program participants.
  • Aquatic facilities and equipment aremaintainedin a clean, safe, andappropriate manner.
  • Creative planning and programming by meeting deadlines, sufficient promotion and of the attainment of agreed upon goals.
  • Successful staff supervision,trainingand teamwork as it relates to Center andAssociation goals andobjectives.
  • Evidence of professional growth and expanded opportunities,dutiesand responsibilities within the position.
Job ID: 521784855
Originally Posted on: 5/20/2026

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