Swim Director

Overwhelmingly, people who decide they want to be a part of the Y in Central Maryland tell us they do so because it reflects their values and a conscious decision, they’ve made about how they choose to live their lives. The happiest and most fulfilled Y associates are those who are motivated to help others and who want to be a part of something larger than themselves.   If this speaks to your heart, then we invite you to join our team. Be a part of a charitable, mission-driven organization that works for individual and community well-being for all, for a better us.

How this role contributes to the Y’s mission:

As a Y Swim Director, you will develop, organize and implement high quality, member-focused swim programs while ensuring a safe, fun, and enjoyable swim experience for all Y members and program participants. You will be supported in your work as a part of the leading mission-driven organization for strengthening community, and the area’s largest provider of swim lessons. The Y Swim Director recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs staff and volunteers as needed to maintain daily pool operations. You’ll contribute to the Y and to the community by enhancing the well-being and safety of all.
 
This work is right for you if you have:

• A love of swimming and of helping youth and adults learn
• At least 1 year of lifeguard/swim instructor supervisory experience
• The ability to clearly communicate and effectively listen to children, parents/guardians, members, and other Y associates
• A willingness to obtain the YMCA Swim Instructor, CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Basic First Aid certifications, paid for by the Y