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Aquatics Director

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Princeton, NJ, USA
Full-time

If you value a positive work environment that embraces teamwork, mutual support and doing good things, join the Princeton Family YMCA staff!

Under the direction of the Senior Director, Operations & Programs the Aquatics Director is responsible for the management and operation of the Princeton Family YMCA’s aquatics programs; pool and lifeguard schedules, Red Cross certifications, YMCA swim lesson programming, competitive swim team, water aerobics, etc. S/he oversees the Assistant Aquatics Director/Swim Team Coach. S/he assists in the development and oversight of the budget. S/he recruits, trains, and develops aquatics staff and coaching staff. S/he oversees program operations at the Princeton Family YMCA and any offsite programming related to aquatics. S/he ensures proper care and use of assets, that the pool is maintained, records are accurate, quality checks are conducted regularly, and all class schedules are comprehensive enough to serve the majority of the membership. S/he successfully promotes and markets programs, special initiatives and events. S/he follows and enforces safety standards and other policies and procedures. S/he participates as member of the Leadership Team. This is a “non-traditional” work week position and must also be available to work some weekends, early mornings, and evenings as needed. S/he performs other duties as assigned

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 programs 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.
  • Conducts lifeguarding, swim instruction, First Aid and CPR trainings.
  • Creates and schedules swim classes, water fitness classes, and swim team practicesand meets.
  • Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information.
  • Develops and monitors program budget to meet fiscal objectives.
  • Assists in YMCA fundraising 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
Educational Background: 
Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent.
Skills/Experience: 
  • One to two years related experience in aquatics preferred; at least have been an aquatics supervisor and/or assistant director etc.
  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Must have current Lifeguard, Aquatic Swim Instructor, CPR & First Aid Certifications. ARC LGI certifications a plus.
  • Ability to manage multiple program areas and tasks within the aquatics program.
  • Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
  • This is non-traditional work week position and must be available to work occasional weekends, some early mornings and evenings.
Compensation/Benefits: 

Salary: $36,500.00 - $40,500.00

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: 
Oct 2 2019
Active Until: 
Nov 2 2019
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit