Aquatic Directors are responsible for a broad base of aquatic programs for members and program participants of the Hamburg Place Family YMCA. Plans, organizes, directs programs, insures safety and relates to staff and members in a wide variety of programs, including swim lessons, water fitness, swim team, & community partnerships.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Establish and lead strong aquatic programs
- Must be engaging and able to build relationships with and among members to enhance their experience.
- Executes the policies and goals of the Association and of the individual Branch.
- Is present during peak days/hours for aquatics programs.
- Employs staff within the operational needs and budget, providing for the overall training and development of a highly competent and motivated staff teams.
- Supervises and evaluates staff in the implementation of programs, activities, and schedules to accomplish annual objectives and meet community needs.
- In conjunction with the Branch Associate Director, plans, prepares and manages the annual Branch aquatic budget to provide a balanced or surplus operation.
- Participates in the Branch’s Annual Giving Campaign.
- Helps prepare necessary public relations flyers, brochures, newsletters in conjunction with the Association Marketing Department.
- Creates new aquatics programs to meet expanding needs of the community
- Participates on the Association Aquatic Cabinet and Branch Program Committee as needed.
- Provides “hands-on” leadership to aquatic, community based program activities for successful Branch operation.
- Responsible for maintenance and upkeep of program equipment in conjunction with the Maintenance Director.
- Represents branch at appropriate Association meetings and local, regional and national events.
- Maintains community contacts and visibility to ensure the branch maintains a high degree of acceptance and credibility within the service area.
- Models the values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility and provides/maintains an environment in which these values are evident to staff, members and program participants through all levels of the association.
- Assists with Association special events as directed.
- Serves as an effective member of the YMCA of Central Kentucky staff team, providing assistance in YMCA activities as directed.
- Participates in community activities that promote the YMCA and ensure that positive relationships are maintained with agencies where YMCA programs are held.
- Supervises the writing, collection and storage of documents and reports essential for control, evaluation and reporting.
Educational Background:
This position requires a college degree in a related field.
Skills/Experience:
- Three years’ experience as well as aquatic trainer level certifications, including, but not limited to Lifeguard certification.
- This position also requires strong organizational and leadership skills that lead to the successful accomplishment of the essential duties and responsibilities listed below.
- Experience is required in staff supervision, fiscal management & program development.
- Some experience in financial development, community relations, team building is preferred. A person filling this position must demonstrate strong initiative, creativity, flexibility, and be able to operate and promote an environment that supports the YMCA’s mission and its four core values.
Compensation/Benefits:
$38,000.00 - $48,000.00
Job Function:
Organization Info
Listing Stats
Post Date:
Sep 22 2017
Active Until:
Oct 22 2017
Hiring Organization:
YMCA of the USA
industry:
Nonprofit