Consistent with the mission and vision of the YMCA of Columbia SC, and in cooperation with other Y staff, under the direction of the Executive Director, the Aquatics Director is responsible for developing, organizing and implementing high quality, member-focused aquatics programs. The current program lineup includes swim lessons, lifeguarding classes, swim teams, scuba, water aerobics, aqua zumba, and outdoor splashpad activities.
The YMCA of Columbia includes six facility branches, serving Richland, Kershaw, Lexington, Calhoun, and Orangeburg counties in South Carolina.
Columbia, SC is an innovative town that's served by university and capital city communities -- and, it’s economical! The ACCRA Cost of Living Index lists Columbia as having a composite cost of living that is 96.4% of the national average. Greater Columbia is justifiably proud of its outstanding educational system that includes nine colleges and universities. Come join our staff team and enjoy all the benefits of living in a modern city, with great shopping, food, and tons to see and do year-round.
Columbia’s weather is ideal! It's warm...it's sunny...it's hot...best of all - it's not cold! The average high in July is 92 degrees (our warmest month) and the average high in January is 55 degrees (our coldest month). We bask in lovely sunshine 226 days a year and average only 2” of snow each year.
Sporting News recognized Columbia as one of the “Best Sports Cities”. 50,000 acre Lake Murray is in our backyard, three beautiful rivers run through our communities, USC Gamecock baseball, basketball and football games are wildly popular, and the Columbia Fireflies are our minor league baseball team (affiliate of New York Mets).
Columbia’s dynamic cultural arts community offers a symphony, an art museum, multiple theatrical companies and an indie movie house. Top name talent comes to Colonial Life Arena...and the list goes on.
Also, hop in your car on a Saturday morning and two hours later, arrive at the Isle of Palms for a picnic with the Atlantic Ocean at your feet; or head up to the mountains - two hours and you're at Caesars head or Table Rock, ready for a day spent hiking to some incredible vantage points where the views go on forever.
Do you share our commitment to strengthening community? Apply today to join us. The YMCA of Columbia SC is an equal opportunity employer, drug-free workplace.
- 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, water fitness classes, and other aquatic activities.
- Assists in 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.
- Assists with Program Committee meetings
- Compiles program statistics. Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in programs.
- One to two years related experience preferred, including pool operations.
- Must have basic computer skills.
- Must complete the following trainings within 30 days of hire: Child Abuse Prevention, CPR/First Aid/AED/Oxygen Certification, Bloodborne Pathogens.
- Must have the ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
- Must understand the YMCA as a public accommodation committed to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Salary: $32,000.00 - $37,000.00