The Aquatics Director is responsible for the planning, coordination, administration, fiscal management and growth of the Aquatics Department. This entails the delivery of mission-oriented programs of the highest quality.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Direct and supervise the aquatic staff to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA strategic goals.
- Manage and supervise aquatic programs including swim lessons, the swim team and coaches, complying with all Y standards and safety procedures.
- Create and lead a culture that provides an excellent participant experience by leading quality programs and services.
- Recruit, hire, train, supervise and evaluate lifeguards, instructors and volunteers for the aquatic department retaining efficient and effective staff
- Schedule swim instructors and adequate lifeguard coverage and manage the execution of pool functions.
- Develop and maintain annual budget for the aquatic department.
- Lead site-specific events and assist in special event planning as necessary
- Provide leadership and support to the annual fundraising campaign and other volunteer committees as assigned.
- Professionally represent the YMCA through relationships with other community organizations and businesses.
- Provide updates and program schedules to the Executive Director, Marketing Director and others as necessary.
- Implement and maintain policies and procedures for pool safety and staff responsibilities ensuring that program areas and equipment are well maintained.
- Actively participate in staff meetings and at YMCA leadership meetings and trainings
- Hold quarterly in-house aquatic department staff meetings.
Educational Background:
Bachelor’s degree or commensurate work experience preferred
Skills/Experience:
- Must be at least 21 years old
- At least one year of staff supervision experience including one evaluative cycle and demonstrated ability to positively develop and support exceptional performance
- Must be able to demonstrate proficiency of swim skills in accordance with YMCA standards
- Possess excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with individuals at all levels and manage difficult situations and resolve differences
- Possess excellent organizational skills and strong verbal and written skills
- Have CPR and first aid,
- Have or obtan LGI certification, CPR and first aid instructor certifications, pool operator’s certification and YMCA swim instructor trainer certification.
Compensation/Benefits:
Salary: $33,000.00 - $35,000.00
How to Apply:
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Listing Stats
Post Date:
Sep 6 2019
Active Until:
Oct 6 2019
Hiring Organization:
YMCA of the USA
industry:
Nonprofit