Job Title: Aquatics Director
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary Range: $63,000.00- $65,000.00
Reports to: Executive Director
Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree or a minimum 3 years’ leadership experience required.
· Minimum age requirement of 21.
· Five years’ experience implementing and managing high quality and large volume programs.
· Ability to obtain Background/Child Abuse clearances and training immediately upon hire.
· Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
· Have advanced knowledge of aquatic best practices, operations and trends.
· Must be self-motivated, hands on team leader with strong communications, networking and collaboration skills.
· High level of attention to detail and quality of programming, service and facilities.
· Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage several projects at once and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
· Polished, professional demeanor with excellent written and spoken communication skills.
· Demonstrated success in driving revenue and managing expenses.
· Experience in fundraising and individual gift solicitation and cultivation.
· Must have current CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, Lifeguard, LGI, Standard First Aid, O2 administration, Lifeguard and extensive Swim Lesson experience.
Essential Functions
· Directs and supervises program activities to meet the needs of the members and the Y. This includes summer day camp, birthday parties and group rentals.
· Establishes new programs/activities and expands program offerings as needed.
· Conduct swim lessons and lifeguard on a daily basis. Teach First Aid and CPR training classes for members and staff as scheduled.
· Provide in-service trainings for aquatics department on a regular basis.
· Work closely with Association Aquatics Director and branch leadership to ensure the best Member experience possible.
· Assist in various Y and community events, and maintain collaborative relationships with community organizations.
· Assist with annual fundraising campaign through events, staff and donor participation.
· Update seasonal pool schedule and program session information.
· Maintain accurate department records for vendors and staff.
· Recruit, hire, train, develop, schedule and direct personnel and volunteers as needed.
· Review and evaluate staff performance.
· Develop strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
· Ensure records of staff certifications are current and complete.
· Monitors programs for quality and ensures the safety of all participants.
· Monitor daily pool operations to adhere to all state, local, and YMCA health and safety regulations.
· Conduct and ensure proper maintenance of pools.
· Maintain accurate records of pool chemical levels and facility maintenance.
· Ensure first aid equipment and supplies are stocked and up to date.
· Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information for aquatics department and for the branch.
· Develops and monitors the program budget to meet fiscal objectives.
· Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
· Attend all required meetings and trainings.
· All other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Required Certifications
· CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, First Aid
· Current Red Cross Lifeguard
· Lifeguard Instructor
· Swim Lesson Instructor
Benefits
· Paid Time Off
· Retirement Plan
· Single Health Insurance
· Professional Development Opportunities
· Family Membership
· Employee Discount
Physical Requirements
· Must be able to stand for extended duration of shift.
· Must be able to bend and stoop frequently.
· Must be able to lift at least twenty-five pounds.
· Must be able to stay in the pool for an extended period of time.
· Must be able to communicate verbally, including projecting voice across distances, and communicate swiftly and effectively with emergency personnel in person and over the telephone.
· Must be able to hear noises and distress signals in an aquatic environment, including in the water, understanding that significant background noise in aquatic space.
non-profit organization that is service driven to help the surrounding communities with programs that provide help with health and wellness, youth development, and social responsibility