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Under the direction of the Branch Executive, the Aquatics Director is responsible for effectively and safely supervising the pool environment to prevent drowning and injuries in accordance with the policies established by the YMCA. Responsible for overseeing related administrative responsibilities. Policies must be followed within the National YMCA guidelines.
This position will be located at the Northern York County Branch of the YMCA of Southern Maine.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Plan, develop, implement, and maintain all aquatics programming that includes:
- Responsibility for the health and safety of each participant.
- Keeping all aquatics areas safe, clean and orderly.
- Maintaining pool records and statistics dealing with each program.
- Enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures.
- Be in compliance with all State Health Regulations, YMCA, YMCA of USA, DHHS and American Red Cross standards.
- Teach swim lessons, water exercise, lifeguard and other programs as deemed necessary.
- Check and record pool chemistry and discuss related concerns with Facilities department.
- Orient, acclimate and train new lifeguards to the facility, programs and the YMCA.
- Provide supervision to staff and volunteers including interviewing, hiring and training, planning, assigning and directing work and addressing complaints and resolving problems.
- Responsible for overall direction, coordination and evaluation of the departments including performing annual employee evaluations.
- Responsible for overseeing the Swim Team including parent committee, coaches, volunteers and swim meets.
- Assist in special events as assigned by the Supervisor.
- Adhere to association policy regarding fiscal compliance.
- Management of pool rentals.
- Actively pursue opportunities to generate income through appropriate mission-driven consistent programs and activities.
- Work with branch leadership to raise money for the Y’s programs and financial assistance through the Y’s annual campaign (the Y’s annual fundraising campaign) by identifying prospects and making personal asks.
- Meet the association standard for attendance, punctuality and dependability; keeping in confidence matters related to office or personnel; and, exercises good judgment around areas of responsibility.
- Attend and participate in YMCA of Southern Maine Program Leadership Team meetings.
- Communicate effectively with support services, Executive Director and other program leaders to coordinate programs and the needs of groups.
- Learn and actively utilize ADP Employee Portal on a consistent basis.
- Adheres to all Y Brand guidelines and receives prior approval for use and creation of any Y related social media from the Advancement department.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Educational Background:
Associates degree.
Skills/Experience:
- 4-6 years of experience in aquatics leadership role.
- Certified in YMCA On the Guard II and/or ARC Lifeguarding (YMCA preferred).
- YMCA Swim instructor course and/or WSI.
- Certified Pool Operator.
- Certified as an Instructor Trainer.
- Automatic External Defibrillator(AED) and Oxygen (02) Training.
- Working knowledge of a Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Good decision making, communication and organizational skills.
- Self- Motivated and ability to take initiative.
- Ability to work independently as well as within teams.
- Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle and ability to travel locally.
Compensation/Benefits:
Salary: $45,000.00 - $48,000.00
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Listing Stats
Post Date:
Oct 1 2019
Active Until:
Nov 1 2019
Hiring Organization:
YMCA of the USA
industry:
Nonprofit