Aquatic Director

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YMCA of the USA
Escanaba, MI, USA
Full-time

Join a growing YMCA in the beautiful Upper Peninsula.The aquatic center is brand new in Dickinson County, Michigan.

Develops, organizes and implements high quality, member-focused YMCA aquatic programs and facilities.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Directs and supervises program activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives. Establishes new program activities and expands program within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations.
  • Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs personnel and volunteers as needed. Reviews and evaluates staff performance. Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals. Ensures records of staff certifications are current and complete.
  • Monitors daily pool operations to adhere to all state, local and YMCA health and safety regulations.
  • Conducts and ensures proper maintenance of pools. Secures and schedules pool facilities. Maintains accurate records of pool chemical levels and facility maintenance.
  • Conducts lifeguarding, swim instruction, First Aid and CPR trainings.
  • Creates and schedules swim classes and water fitness classes.
  • Manage all Administrative aspects and oversight of the NLY Swim Team.
  • Assistance to the High School Swim Team.
  • Responsible for the marketing and distribution of program information.
  • Develops and monitors program budget to meet fiscal objectives.
  • Assists in YMCA fund raising activities and special events.
  • Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions. Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints in timely manner.
  • Attendance at Program Committee, Center & Association Board Meetings.
  • Compiles program statistics. Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in program.
Skills/Experience: 
  • The Aquatic Director must have swimming experience.
  • The ability and background to work with children is necessary.
  • Certification Requirements within 60 Days of Hire Include: CPR, First Aid, Lifeguarding, Water Safety Instructor, Pool & Spa Operator, Child Abuse Prevention & Bloodborne Pathogens.
  • Previous supervisory experience.
  • Good organizational, verbal, written, communication & presentation skills.
  • Excellent personal computer skills and experience with standard business & finance software.
  • Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Must have excellent communication skills
  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
  • Ability to visually inspect building condition, review promotional literature & materials, review financial reports, computer monitors, etc.
  • Must have ability to perceive audio & visual alerts for emergency purposes.
  • Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.
  • Must be able to access all areas of building including pool areas, closets, stairwells, locker rooms, wellness center, etc
Compensation/Benefits: 

Salary: $35,000.00 - $40,000.00

How to Apply: 

https://www.ymca.net/career-opportunities/details/40501

Job Function: 
Program / Project Management

Organization Info

YMCA of the USA

Overview
Headquarters: 
Chicago, IL, United States
Website: 
ymca.org
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1983
About Us
Areas of Focus: 
Community Service / Capacity Building / Volunteerism
Youth / Children
Recreation / Sports
Mission: 

The YMCA mission is: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) is the national resource office for the Y, one of the nation's leading nonprofits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Across the U.S., 2,700 Ys engage 22 million men, women and children – of all ages, incomes and backgrounds – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation's health and well-being and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors. Anchored in more than 10,000 communities, the Y has the longstanding relationships and physical presence needed not just to promise, but also to deliver, lasting personal and social change.

Programs: 
  1. YOUTH DEVELOPMENT: Nurturing the potential of children and teens
  2. HEALTHY LIVING: Improving the nation’s health and well-being
  3. SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: Giving back and providing support to neighbors

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Oct 17 2019
Active Until: 
Nov 17 2019
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit