Senior Aquatics Director - Johnstown

Job Post Information* : Posted Date 22 hours ago(7/20/2026 3:10 PM)
Position Type
Full-Time
Employee Type
Regular
Location/Org Data : Name
Johnstown YMCA
Posting Location : Address
165 Settler Way
Posting Location : Location
US-CO-Johnstown
Posting Location : Postal Code
80534
Category
Aquatics
# of Openings
1

Overview

The Program Director of Aquatics, under the direction of the Vice President or Branch Executive Director, is responsible for organizing and implementing diverse and safe swim programs, which will incorporate large group and individual activities, swim lessons for all ages, and promote program participation. This includes supervising, budgeting, developing, and implementing YMCA programs and services.  The Program Director participates in Association-wide efforts in order to fulfill the operating objectives of the Association and in accordance with the policies established by the Board of Directors of the YMCA of Northern Colorado.  

 

View all openings, learn more about our benefits, and apply online today at https://www.ymcanoco.org/careers.

Responsibilities

  • Provides leadership and supervision of assigned branch and program staff; recruit, train, develop, and evaluate employees and volunteers.
  • Creates a collaborative, high-performing culture that models YMCA values and relationship-building.
  • Develops, implements, and oversees high-quality, mission-driven programs to meet YMCA goals community needs.
  • Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergencies.
  • Fosters a climate of innovation to develop member-focused programs in all departments to support the Y mission, goals, and strategies.
  • Ensures consistent program evaluation, quality improvement, and alignment with YMCA standards.
  • Represents and promotes the YMCA within the community and build strong relationships and partnerships with community organizations, schools, healthcare providers, etc.
  • Develops, manages, and monitors operating budgets; ensure fiscal responsibility and achievement of revenue goals.
  • Oversee facilities, equipment, and safety standards to ensure high-quality, well-maintained environments.
  • Manage resources efficiently to support sustainable operations and program growth.
  • Creates experiences that promote member connection, retention, and satisfaction.
  • Responds promptly to member feedback, concerns, and inquiries.
  • Supports marketing and communication efforts to promote programs, services, and community impact.
  • Assists in outreach initiatives that strengthen visibility and participation.
  • Ensures adherence to all YMCA policies, safety regulations, and best practices.
  • Monitors program effectiveness, track outcomes, and implement continuous improvements.
  • Leads assigned YMCA fundraising campaigns and events.
  • Completes additional duties assigned in support of the YMCA mission. 

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Multi-Team or Branch Leader): 

  • Mission Advancement: Reinforces the Ys values within the organization and the community. Effectively communicates the benefits and impact of the YMCA’s efforts for all stakeholders. Implements effective systems to develop volunteers at program, fundraising, and policy leadership levels. Secures resources and support for all philanthropic endeavors.
  • Collaboration: Develops strategies to ensure staff and volunteers reflect the community. Builds and nurtures strategic relationships to enhance support for the YMCA. Serves as a community leader building collaborations based on trust and credibility to advance YMCA mission and goals. Communicates for influence to attain buy-in and support goals. Provides tools and resources for the development of others.
  • Operational Effectiveness: Integrates multiple thinking processes to make decisions. Involves members and community in the development of programs and activities. Ensures execution of plans. Institutes sound accounting procedures, investment policies and financial controls. Assigns clear accountability and ensures continuous improvement.
  • Personal Growth: Fosters a learning environment that embraces diverse abilities and approaches. Creates a sense of urgency and positive tension to support change. Anticipates challenges that can sidetrack or derail growth and personal learning. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology. 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in human services, social services, business or equivalent. 
  • Leadership experience in aquatics operations and programming, including swim lessons, lifeguarding, aquatic fitness, and safety initiatives; multi-site or association-level experience strongly preferred.
  • Five or more years of management experience, preferably in a YMCA or other nonprofit agency.
  • Knowledge and experience in all aspects of operations, including staff supervision and development, membership practices, program development and implementation, volunteerism, facility and property management and financial practices.
  • Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community, track record of building authentic, constructive relationships with others.
  • YMCA Team Leader certification preferred.
  • CPO certification within 30 days of hire.
  • Lifeguard Trainer certified within 60 days of hire.
  • Current CPR/First Aid/O2 certification. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/FUNCTIONAL ATTRIBUTES:

Essential functions are the fundamental job duties, meaning the position exists to perform the function; there is a limited number of employees among whom the performance of the function can be distributed; and/or the incumbent is hired for expertise or ability to perform the function due to its high specialization. The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and associated Federal regulations protect qualified individuals with disabilities from discrimination in all areas of employment. To be considered qualified, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions of a position, with or without reasonable accommodation. It is important that the physical tasks associated with the essential functions be identified appropriately so that persons with disabilities can determine if any accommodation is necessary. 

 

General Physical Requirements: 

Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of force greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work. 

 

Physical Activity List:

Standing: Particularly for sustained periods of time. 

Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another. 

Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of the upper extremities and back muscles. 

Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly. 

Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication and make fine discriminations in sound. 

 

Visual Acuity:

The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; expansive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly of fabrication of parts at distances close to the eyes. 

 

Working Conditions:

The worker is subject to inside environmental conditions: Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. 

Benefits

  • Free Family Membership
  • Free and Discounted Programs
  • Generous retirement benefits - 12% after eligibility is met
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Vacation, Sick Days, and Holidays
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Disability Benefits
  • Life Insurance

Childcare benefits of more than $5000 are considered taxable income and will be processed accordingly. Limitations and restrictions apply to some programs.

Posted Salary Range

USD $60,000.00 - USD $65,000.00 /Yr.

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