Aquatic Director

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YMCA of the USA
Westport, CT, USA
Full-time

Under the direction of the Sr. Program Director, the Aquatic Director is responsible for the administration and direction of the Aquatic Department and supervision of all Aquatic Department staff. The Aquatic Director will assure that programs and facilities exceed the goals and objectives of the Westport Weston Family YMCA.  The Aquatic Director must possess excellent organizational, communication, and supervisory skills.  

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Coordinate all Aquatic Department programs, including but not limited to: group swim lessons, private swim lessons, aquatic fitness, special events, pool rentals, and lifeguard certification classes.
  • Supervise one full time assistant director.
  • Collaborate with the Director of Competitive Swimming to ensure the swim team’s programmatic goals can be met.
  • Ensure that program standards are met and safety procedures followed.
  • Recruit, train, and supervise aquatic staff and volunteers.
  • Evaluate staff performance and develop strategies to motivate staff to achieve goals.
  • Develop and manage the aquatics department budget. Ensure programs operate within budget and program fees are collected.
  • Assure compliance with state and local regulations.
  • Maintain aquatic facilities and equipment.
  • Maintain proper records and department files.
  • Develop new programs in accordance with strategic and operating plans.
  • Schedule, plan, and promote all aquatics programs. Ensure program registrations are up to date.
  • Respond to all member and community inquiries and complaints in timely manner.
  • Compile program statistics. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of programs. 
Educational Background: 
Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Skills/Experience: 
  • Supervisory experience in aquatic programs, staff, and facilities.
  • Knowledge in aquatic programming, including, but not limited to, lifeguarding, swim lessons, and aquatic fitness.
  • American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification.
  •  Y-USA Swim Instructor or American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor.
  •  American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor preferred.
  •  Y-USA Team Leader Certification is preferred.
  •  Must become a Certified Pool & Spa Operator within 12 months of hire.
How to Apply: 

http://www.ymca.net/career-opportunities/national-details.html?id=32612&...

Job Function: 
Program / Project Management

Organization Info

YMCA of the USA

Overview
Headquarters: 
Chicago, IL, United States
Website: 
ymca.org
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1983
About Us
Areas of Focus: 
Community Service / Capacity Building / Volunteerism
Youth / Children
Recreation / Sports
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: 
Dec 15 2018
Active Until: 
Jan 15 2019
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit