Provides leadership and management for department operations, staff, budget, fundraising, and program and membership experience.
Areas of Responsibility:
The Aquatics Director is responsible for implementing Association policies and procedures by leading and directing Aquatics operations in the following areas:
STAFF DEVELOPMENT
- Recruit, hire, train, develop, schedule and manage a high performing staff focused on providing exceptional service and work well as a team.
- Develop strategies to provide support and motivation to staff for the achievement of goals and retention.
- Review and evaluate staff performance.
- Develop strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
- Maintain staff retention through positive reinforcement and support.
- Ensure adequate lifeguard coverage of all pools during operating hours.
- Conduct lifeguard, swim lesson instructor and safety certification trainings.
- Responsible for safety drills/audits, monthly documented staff meetings/development and trainings.
- Ensures staff certification records are current and fulfill all in-service standards.
PROGRAM OPERATIONS
- Effectively communicate the mission, vision and values of the Wichita YMCA.
- Ensure all programs comply with YMCA standards and methods of operation.
- Integrate member-service and engagement strategies into all programs to ensure positive member recruitment and retention.
- Build and expand the program enrollment and participation.
- Coordinate the Splash outreach program.
- Keep accurate records of attendance, retention, member and non-member participation.
- Ensure progress reports are distributed consistently to program participants.
- Monitor and evaluate delivery and effectiveness of programs and staff for the highest possible level of quality.
- Be visible to staff and members.
- Respond to all member and community inquiries and concerns within 24 hours.
- Communicate program information, changes and needs in a timely manner to supervisor and branch staff.
FISCAL MANAGEMENT
- Develop, monitor and meet or exceed budget targets.
- Produce effective and efficient staff schedules within set payroll budget parameters.
STRONG COMMUNITY CAMPAIGN | FINANCIAL DEVELOPMENT
- Provide leadership for assigned aspects of Strong Community Campaign, special events and other fund development to ensure fundraising goals are met.
FACILITIES DEVELOPMENT
- Maintain complete familiarity with all risk management procedures and policies.
- Monitor daily pool operations to adhere to all state and local health and safety regulations.
- Organize, plan and schedule pools for instructional and recreational activities.
- Maintain program area and equipment in an orderly, clean and safe condition. Report any irregularities to maintenance personnel.
- Keep an up to date inventory on all equipment, materials and supplies.
OTHER
- Serve as a member of the branch management team performing specific duties which support the overall success of branch operations.
- Communicate information promptly to all branch leadership and departmental staff.
- Attend applicable training and conferences to further professional development.
- All other duties as assigned.
EFFECT ON END RESULT: Provide leadership and guidance to ensure the achievement of goals and objectives of the Aquatics Department with high levels of participation, satisfaction and retention of members, participants and staff.
Educational Background:
Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent
Skills/Experience:
- Ability to work with a diverse group of people
- Ability to work accurately at a fast pace
- Strong communication skills
- Possess excellent human relations skills
- Organization, planning and monitoring skills
- Strong skills in hiring, training and supervising staff
- Learn all emergency procedures and action plans for the branch
- Work a schedule that reflects the needs of the branch. This could include evenings and weekends
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Visual, auditory and verbal ability to communicate effectively
- High levels of alertness, concentration and initiative
- Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform job responsibilities
- Ability to lift 50lbs and stand, walk or sit for extended periods of time; occasionally stoop/bend
- Maintain a neat and professional appearance at all times
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum age of 21
- Minimum of two years’ experience in Aquatics program development and management
- Minimum of two years’ experience and proven success managing and developing staff and finances
- Current certifications in Lifeguard, CPR-Pro, AED, FA and O2
- Current Lifeguard Trainer or acquire within a year of employment
- Current Y Swim Lesson Trainer or acquire within 90 days of hire
- Must attend New Employee Orientation within 30 days of hire.
Compensation/Benefits:
Hourly:$16.23 - $23.56
Job Function:
Organization Info
Listing Stats
Post Date:
Sep 13 2017
Active Until:
Oct 13 2017
Hiring Organization:
YMCA of the USA
industry:
Nonprofit