Hiring: Regional Aquatics Director Company: YMCA of the USA Location: Colorado Springs, CO Job Posted Time: 2026-09-03 14:20:31 Target Skills & Keywords : Program Management, Risk Management About the job Required Skills: •Provide regional leadership and oversight for aquatics operations, ensuring consistent, safe, and high-quality programs, services, and facility operations across assigned branches. •Champion a culture of excellence by leading high-quality aquatics programs, promoting membership and program participation, and creating welcoming, engaging, and five-star experiences for members, participants, and families. •Partner cross-functionally with the Association Aquatics Director and branch leadership to implement strategic initiatives, standardize operations, strengthen risk management practices, and identify opportunities for program growth and innovation. •Recruit, hire, train, supervise, develop, and evaluate aquatics staff while fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, professional growth, safety, and exceptional customer service. •Develop and manage regional aquatics budgets, monitor financial performance, and recommend strategies that improve operational efficiency, participation, and long-term sustainability. •Lead the planning, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of aquatics programs, swim lessons, lifeguarding, safety training, and special events that meet community needs and YMCA standards. •Ensure compliance with YMCA policies, abuse risk management practices, state and local regulations, aquatic safety standards, staff certifications, emergency action plans, preventative maintenance procedures, and ongoing staff training. •Build and maintain collaborative relationships with branch leadership, schools, community organizations, and strategic partners to strengthen aquatics programming and community impact. Qualifications: •Minimum age of 21 with a high school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree in Recreation, Aquatics, Business, or a related field preferred. •Minimum three years of leadership experience in aquatics, recreation, or a related field, including staff supervision, program management, budget oversight, and operational leadership. •Strong leadership, communication, organizational, technology, and problem-solving skills with the ability to lead multiple locations, build collaborative relationships, and manage competing priorities. •Current Certified Pool Operator (CPO), CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, Emergency Oxygen Administration, YMCA Lifeguard (or equivalent), and YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor (or equivalent). YMCA Instructor Trainer certifications preferred. •Completion of YMCA required training upon hire and ability to work a flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, weekends, and travel throughout the assigned region. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!