The Fairfax County- Reston branch ofYMCA of Metropolitan Washington is seeking an experienced Aquatics Director to join the team!
YMCA Fairfax County- Reston is currently hiring for an Aquatics Director. Our ideal candidate will have experience in all facets of aquatic programming and management; to include recruiting, training, development, performance management supervision, certifications, team building and scheduling. This individual will be responsible for marketing aquatic programs and events, maximizing pool usage for all groups with safety and satisfaction/member retention at the forefront.
- This position creates, manages, supervises, and implements aquatic and membership related programming in accordance with the association’s mission, policies, and goals;
- Provides exceptional service to members, their guests, community groups, and related agencies and trains staff to do likewise;
- Manages departmental budget and meets budgetary goals;
- Directs all aspects of aquatic staffing to include recruiting, training, development, performance management, supervision, education and certifications, team building, and scheduling;
- Schedules aquatic classes and events;
- Markets aquatic programs and events as outlined in branch marketing plan; Maximizes pool usage;
- Provides aquatic instruction as needed; Evaluates programs and staff each session and responds accordingly;
- Supports swim team with scheduling, finances, marketing, fee schedules, activities and events, etc.
- Coordinates cleaning and maintenance duties associated with the operation of a clean and safe aquatic environment.
- Certified lifeguard, Certified in CPR Pro, Certified in First Aid.
- Must have experience supervising and developing staff, excellent customer service skills; Certified in two aquatic proficiencies as a trainer;
- Must be able to do heavy lifting – equipment, people, and chemicals;
- Must be able to lift and move around objects of 40 pounds or more;
- Must be able to climb and use a variety of aquatic and cleaning equipment;
- Must have mechanical aptitude and strong problem-solving skills;
- Must have the physical ability to meet all prerequisites for YMCA Lifeguarding.
We offer an exciting, fun, inclusive, growth-oriented work environment that includes strong health benefits options, long term and short term disability, 10% employer paid retirement, childcare discount, complimentary Y membership, and continuous professional development opportunities.
Salary: $48,000.00