Do you have the desire and talent to progress in the Aquatics field and join a dynamic management team at the Y? Somerset County YMCA currently seeks an Associate Aquatics Director to support the day-to-day operations of aquatics programing in our Somerville and Bridgewater, NJ branch locations.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Under the direction of the Aquatics Director, you would help to improve and develop quality programs.
- You would be responsible for the scheduling and supervision of Lifeguards and Deck Supervisors and assist the Aquatics Director in overseeing Swim Instructors to include training/certification, skills assessment, hiring, supervision, and scheduling, etc.
- You would also ensure a safe environment by keeping pools and decks clean at all times, conduct swim evaluations, serve as Lifeguard and Swim Instructor when needed.
- Evening and weekend hours are required for this type of environment.
Educational Background:
BS in Recreation, Physical Education, Heath Science, or a related field
Skills/Experience:
- To be successful in this position a minimum of five (5) years of experience as a Lifeguard and/or Swim/Aquacise Instructor is required and at least one (1) year as a Deck Supervisor
- As you would be overseeing a group of staff, some supervisory experience is strongly preferred, along with a BS in Recreation, Physical Education, Heath Science, or a related field
- Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook is key as well
- Strong administrative, communication and human relations skills are required
- Required certifications include:
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor/CPR/AED/First Aid
- It is a plus if you have knowledge of the NJ Bathing Code and/or a Pool Operator Certification
Job Function:
Organization Info
Listing Stats
Post Date:
Apr 18 2018
Active Until:
May 19 2018
Hiring Organization:
YMCA of the USA
industry:
Nonprofit