Aquatics Director

Are you a creative and enthusiastic leader? Do you have the drive to put in the work to help the YMCA build an even stronger community?

Job Description

Under the direction of the COO, the Aquatic Director is responsible for the safe development, management, and supervision of the aquatic center and any assignment of tasks related to the centers daily operation in accordance with the mission and policies set forth by the Association. This position is responsible for ensuring a safe, quality experience for all members, program participants, and guests, including creating a positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals and adheres to strong safety practices per YMCA policies and procedures. This position will also lead a team to build positive relationships with members and program participants through effective listening and verbal skills and creatively find ways to connect them and the Y community.

Qualifications

• The incumbent must have a bachelors degree in a related field and at least two years of experience in supervision and management or equivalent experience
• Current Certifications in professional rescuer CPR/AED, first aid, and emergency oxygen administration
• Current YMCA lifeguard and swim instructor certifications
• Child abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date
• Ability to maintain certification level physical and mental readiness

Essential Functions

Competent leadership is needed to ensure a consistent culture of safety and engagement with staff, volunteers, members, and participants. This person must demonstrate skills in staff and volunteer training and supervision. Professional demeanor and effective time management skills are necessary. The ability to handle multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines is needed. She/he must demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills, computer capability, and a willingness to learn more. This position requires one to be flexible, able to work on weekends when needed and be a team player. This position requires a commitment to the YMCAs philosophy and the staffs role in achieving its goals. The ability to model and instill the four core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility in all areas of responsibility is a must. She/he must have a genuine interest in people and the ability to establish harmonious relationships working with parents, staff, volunteers, members, lay leaders, and the community.

• Maintain safe swimming conditions in the pools, deck, and surrounding areas
• Swim Lessons Program Development and Management
• Lifeguard and Water Fitness Instructor Supervision and Scheduling
• Oversee pool schedules: update, promote, and maintain optimal participation
• Oversee overall pool maintenance, proper chemistry testing, and monthly pool operator service
• Staff and Volunteer Development, Recruiting, and Training

Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies

• Mission Advancement: Models and teaches the Ys values. Ensures a high level of service with a commitment to transforming lives.
• Collaboration: Champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives. Build relationships to create small communities. Empathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and dealing with conflict. Effectively tailors communications to the appropriate audience. Provides staff with feedback, coaching, guidance and support.
• Operational Effectiveness: Develops, plans and manages best practices through engagement of team. Holds staff accountable for high-quality results using a formal process to measure progress.
• Personal Growth: Shares new insights. Facilitates change; models adaptability and an awareness of the impact of change. Utilizes non-threatening methods to address sensitive issues and inappropriate behavior or performance. Uses best practices and has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well.

Required Certifications

• Current Certifications in professional rescuer CPR/AED, first aid, and emergency oxygen administration
• Current YMCA lifeguard and swim instructor certifications