Aquatics Director

The New Canaan YMCA is looking for an experienced and dynamic aquatic professional to manage pool operations for our onsite and offsite aquatic programs.

Under the direction of our Senior Director of Aquatics, the Aquatics Director will manage operations for the three indoor pools (Forese, Scooter and Valles) including supervision of lifeguards and aquatic instructors. Additionally, during the summer our aquatics programs expand to include the Waterfront at Camp Y-Ki, and swim lessons at the Steve Benko pool at Waveny Park.

This position is member-facing, needing a Director who communicates effectively with our members and program participants. Additionally, this role partners with our competitive team coaches regarding scheduling of practices, meets/events, and special events.

Candidates should have experience in planning and developing program offerings, with a focus on safety as well as fun.

The Aquatics Director will oversee aquatic staff to ensure proper training, evaluation and oversight, will perform lifeguard drills and provide in-service trainings, and will fill in as lifeguard and/or instructor as needed.

We encourage interested applicants to review the full job description attached.

Why the Y? We are an inclusive, nonprofit organization committed to nurturing the potential of all kids, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility.

The New Canaan YMCA supports our staff with exceptional benefits such as:

• 32 days of Paid Time off (PTO)
• FREE YMCA memberships, program discounts, eligibility for free classes
• Discounted child-care for staff
• 9 paid Holidays (Full time staff)
  • New Year’s Day,
  • Good Friday,
  • Memorial Day,
  • Independence Day,
  • Labor Day,
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Friday after Thanksgiving Day,
  • Christmas Eve Day,
  • Christmas Day
• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance (YMCA pays 90% of monthly premium for employee AND dependents!)
• Roll-over unused PTO into Banked Sick Leave (up to 90 days)
• Long Term Disability Insurance (no cost to employee)
• Life Insurance (no cost to employee)
• Retirement funds (403b Savings Plan, and eligibility for YMCA Retirement Fund with employer contribution equal to 12% of annual earnings)