The YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region is currently seeking an Aquatics Director who will enthusiastically represents the YMCA by displaying a positive attitude, maintain a high level of energy and commitment to quality throughout all aspects of the job through the four character values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. This individual will be energetic, dependable, and community-driven to focus on the development, administration and direction of the Aquatic Programs at our Southeast Armed Services Center. The Aquatics Director will be responsible for the quality, cleanliness and performance of all aspects of aquatics within the facility ensuring a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals while providing an exceptional experience to members. We are seeking a dynamic individual who is ready to hit the ground running, work hard at developing new programs, engage our members, staff and program participants. We are looking for a candidate who is creative and an independent individual who also possess's supervisory skills that will lead a staff team to perform consistently with a professional attitude.
- Recruit, hire, train, and supervise part-time aquatic and water exercise staff, shift leaders, and a head lifeguard.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive, year round training plan for lifeguards, swim instructors, and water exercise staff to include prerequisites and opportunities for National YMCA certifications.
- Train and test staff in aquatic emergency procedures.
- Design promotional material which communicates the objectives and aquatic programs to the Association and community.
- Observe, review, and coach individual effectiveness of employees annually in a formalized basis. Administer salary increases within the policies of the Association and review annually the effectiveness of direct employees with the Executive Director.
- Develop, administer, and control the aquatic department budget and take appropriate action to maintain the fiscal integrity of the department.
- Assist staff leadership team in reaching campaign goals through recruiting campaigners, making personal asks and supporting branch events.
- Develop special events to aid in program development as needed.
- Maintain quality control of the aquatics facility, equipment, and programs with special consideration to risk management issues.
- Maintain proper records, including staff certifications, staff meetings, and daily logs used for policy and procedure review so that information can be reviewed at any time.
- Administer, direct, and supervise all aquatic classes, specialty programs, and water exercise classes.
- Review and evaluate the enrollment and operations of the aquatic programs and communicate findings to the Branch Operating Board and committees as required.
- Act as Primary Responder in case of accident, injury, or illness.
- Act as liaison between groups and YMCA for all facility use and rentals.
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Current American Red Cross or YMCA Lifeguard certification
- Previous hiring, supervision & development of staff
- Experience with program design, development, implementation and retention
- Managed balanced department budget preferred
- Current Certified Pool Operator certification preferred
- Knowledge and experience in building and pool maintenance
- YMCA Team Leader Certification preferred
- All YMCA staff positions require certifications in CPR/AED-Professional Rescuer, First Aid and Oxygen Administration. Preferred candidates will have current certifications however training is available.
Salary: $40,000.00