The Aquatic Director is responsible for the operation of the Aquatics Department, maintaining a swim lesson program that meets the needs of the participants of all ages and swimming abilities as well as supervisory and administrative duties to assist in the direction of the Aquatic Program. This position supervises the Head Swim Team Coach, Water Aerobic Supervisor and Lifeguard Coordinator. Schedule flexibility will be a key component for this position.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Directs and supervises all aquatic 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.
- Recruits, hires, trains, schedules and supervises all aquatic personnel and volunteers. Reviews and evaluates staff performance. Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals. Ensures records of staff certifications are current and complete.
- Maintains accurate records of pool chemical levels and facility maintenance in adherence with state, local, and YMCA health and safety regulations.
- Creates and schedules swim classes, rentals, and family events in the pool.
- Conducts lifeguarding, swim instruction, oxygen administration, swim instructor First Aid and CPR trainings.
- Ensures all aquatics staff is trained in emergency procedures and respond to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Follows expectations of regular in-service training for staff and completes all related reports for record keeping.
- Adheres to all Lebanon Valley Family YMCA policies, procedures, rules, regulations and best practices as outlined in the Association Handbook.
- Actively participates in YMCA fund raising activities and special events.
- Ability to perform all functions as those they supervise and meets qualifications and certifications of Lifeguard II and Swim Instructor.
- Assist in all areas as assigned.
Educational Background:
College Degree Preferred
Skills/Experience:
The following education, work experience and certifications preferred and/or required:
- Minimum 4 years supervisory experience
- Minimum 4 years customer service experience
- CPR/AED Certification (must be obtained prior to hire)
- Lifeguard Certification (must be obtained prior to hire)
Compensation/Benefits:
Salary: $34,000.00 - $37,000.00
Job Function:
Organization Info
Listing Stats
Post Date:
Jun 10 2018
Active Until:
Jul 10 2018
Hiring Organization:
YMCA of the USA
industry:
Nonprofit