Seasonal Pool Manager

ABOUT THE YMCA:

Established locally in 1944, the YMCA of Southern Nevada is one of the region’s longest-serving and most-respected nonprofit organizations. We are committed to helping people of all ages, abilities, backgrounds, and income levels – ensuring everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential with dignity and that no one is turned away due to the inability to pay. From childcare to senior programs; sports to education; fitness centers to chronic disease management; and swim lessons to feeding the hungry, the Y is truly for all in its cause of holistically strengthening the foundations of this community. 

 

POSITION SUMMARY: 

The YMCA of Southern Nevada is looking for seasonal pool managers to join our team! Under the direction of the Aquatics Director, you will manage the day-to-day operations and programs of the aquatics department in accordance with the purposes and policies set forth by the Association. You will work with lifeguards to ensure pool safety and cleanliness while ensuring an excellent member experience for swim lessons, public swim and special events.

This is a part-time in-person position. We are currently hiring for seasonal positions at Centennial Hills and Durango Hills YMCAs. Seasonal training will be held from May 15th - May 18th, 2026. Outdoor seasonal pools are open from May 22nd - September 7th. 

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

1. Manages all Aquatic Programs, including but not limited to; public swim, lifeguarding, swim instruction, and special events. Conducts swim lessons as needed. May also lifeguard, clean, vacuum pools, restrooms and surrounding areas and assist with other programs as needed.
2. Promotes aquatic safety, maintenance standards and guidelines as outlined by the YMCA while maintaining code regulations.
3. Schedules staff maintaining proper ratios at all times. Provides accurate and timely reports.
4. Reviews and evaluates the lesson enrollment, open swim attendance and services of the Aquatic Department and communicates findings to the Aquatics Director and Branch Executive Director.
5. Implements weekly in-services during summer months. Conducts and documents routine drills.
6. Reviews effectiveness of employed personnel and volunteers; Observes individual performance; and appraises its effectiveness.
7. Promotes and implements character development in all curriculum, training and supervision.
8. Builds and maintains a high standard of customer service for all members.
9. Performs all other duties as assigned.

 

ABUSE RISK MANAGEMENT FUNCTIONS:

1. Adheres to policies related to boundaries with children. 
2. Attends required abuse risk management training. 
3. Reports suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations. 
4. Follows mandated abuse reporting requirements. Adheres to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities. 
5. Follows employees and volunteers screening requirements and use screening instruments to screen for abuse risk. 
6. Provides employees and volunteers with on-going supervision and training related to abuse risk. 
7. Provides employees and volunteers with regular feedback regarding their boundaries with youth. 
8. Requires employees and volunteers to adhere to policies and procedures related to abuse.
9. Responds quickly to policy and procedure violations using the organization’s progressive disciplinary procedures.
10.  Responds seriously and confidentially to reports of suspicious and inappropriate behaviors. 
11. Communicates to all employees and volunteers the organization’s commitment to protect their consumers from abuse. 
12. Reports essential abuse risk management information to their supervisor, executive director, or human resources. 

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Directly supervises up to 40 employees in the Aquatics Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

 

WHY WORK HERE?

At the YMCA of Southern Nevada, we're committed to providing a superior work environment that offers challenges, flexibility, and fun. We have been repeatedly recognized as a Nevada Top Workplace by the Las Vegas Review Journal. As an employee you’ll receive the following benefits:

 

• Paid time off
• 10% Retirement Contribution* and access to our 403(b) retirement savings account
• Free YMCA Membership and discounts on all programs
• Rain - Instant Pay Benefit
• Join a supportive team and an organization recognized as a Nevada Top Workplace
• Make a meaningful impact in your community

 

*Automatic retirement contributions are made to employees 21 years or older after contributing 1,000 hours of service in each of two years.

 

OUR CULTURE: 

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you. We are service driven: we go above and beyond to keep people coming back and apply a listen-first and solution-oriented approach to resolving conflicts. We are safety focused: we are proactive in keeping everyone safe and respond promptly to incidents as a team. 

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• This job requires the following physical demands. Reasonable accommodation may be made.
• The employee regularly works in outside weather conditions and is regularly exposed to extreme cold and extreme heat. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. 
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
• The employee is regularly required to use hands, some fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. 
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.
• Must display visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents as well as the physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency situation.
• Ability to adequately observe participant activities, enforce safety regulations, and apply appropriate management techniques.
• Must successfully pass a water test consisting of various strokes and general swimming skills.

The YMCA of Southern Nevada is an inclusive organization of men, women and children joined by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility in Southern Nevada.