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Aquatics Director

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Lake Zurich, IL, USA
Full-time

The YMCA has been a pioneer and set the standard for aquatics and quality swim instruction.

As an Aquatic Director, you will oversee the operations of the aquatics department and programs, including staff supervision, budget management, coordinating and supervisng the day-to-day operation of aquatic programs, ensuring proper pool maintenance, and providing swim instruction and life guarding as necessary.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Manages aquatic programs, complying with all Association standards and safety procedures. In addition, also responsible for hiring, training and supervising staff and volunteers for all aquatic programs.
  • Develops, manages, and monitors aquatic department budgets. Assesses and recommends budgeting for facility and equipment needs.
  • Also provides data and reports on assigned programs in support of the planning process of the branch and Association.
  • Provides leadership and support to the annual fundraising campaign, and other volunteer committees as assigned.
  • Develops, produces and disseminates appropriate program information in order to promote aquatic programs to the public and to current members.
  • Ensures that program areas, equipment and supplies are maintained in an orderly and safe manner.
  • Report any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor or the person responsible for those items at your site.
  • Follow all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to managing visitors and guests at our facilities.
  • Report any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor.
  • Complete all child abuse prevention training as required.
  • Completes all other projects as assigned by the Executive Director. Support the interest of the Association as defined by the Director, President and Boards and the strategic plans of those entities.
Educational Background: 
Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Parks and Recreation or related field
Skills/Experience: 
  • 1 to 3 years aquatics experience with at least 3 years supervisory experience.
  • Current YMCA or ARC Lifeguard certification.
  • Proficient in swimming and safety skills.
  • Must pass a water skills test and written exam.
  • Must be mentally alert to dangerous situations in order to assure the safety of all swimmers.
  • Physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR and First Aide effectively.
  • Physical mobility to properly use aquatic equipment to rescue a 200lb person.
  • Physically able to see, hear, and communicate clearly.
  • Able to read, write, and perform basic math to complete daily chemical logs and individual must possess strong organizational, budgetary, computer and communication skills, written and verbal.
  • Ability to train swim and fitness instructors.
  • Excellent communication and public relations skills.
  • Requires trainer-level certification in YMCA Swim Lessons: Fitness Classes, Youth & Adult, Preschool, and Child/Parent.
Compensation/Benefits: 

We offer a competitve salary and benefits package, as well as the opportunity to grow your career across our mission-focused organization. Our 19 membership centers across the city and suburbs, 5 camps, early learning, school-aged and other programs provide everyone with a safe place to swim, learn, play and grow.

Organization Info

YMCA of the USA

Overview
Headquarters: 
Chicago, IL, United States
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1983
About Us
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: 
Nov 20 2019
Active Until: 
Dec 20 2019
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit