Aquatic Director

Job Description

Develops, organizes, and implements high-quality, member-focused YMCA aquatic programs and facilities.

Qualifications

• The Aquatic Director must have swimming experience.
• The ability and background to work with children are necessary.
• Certification Requirements within 60 Days of Hire Include: CPR, First Aid, Lifeguarding, Water Safety Instructor, Pool & Spa Operator, Emergency Oxygen Administration, Lifeguard Supervisor, Child Abuse Prevention & Bloodborne Pathogens.
• Previous supervisory experience.
• Good organizational, verbal, written, communication & presentation skills.
• Excellent personal computer skills and experience with standard business & finance software.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.

Essential Functions

• Directs and supervises program activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives.
• Establishes new program activities and expands program within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans.
• Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations.
• Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules, and directs personnel and volunteers as needed.
• Reviews and evaluates staff performance.
• Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
• Ensures records of staff certifications are current and complete.
• Maintains accurate records of pool chemical levels and facility maintenance.
• Conducts and ensures proper maintenance of pools.
• Schedules pool facilities.
• Conducts lifeguarding, swim instruction, First Aid and CPR trainings when certified.
• Creates and schedules swim classes and water fitness classes.
• Manage all Administrative aspects and oversight of the NLY Swim Team.
• Assistance to the High School Swim Team.
• Responsible for the marketing and distribution of program information.
• Develops and monitors program budget to meet fiscal objectives.
• Aids in YMCA fundraising activities and special events.
• Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions.

Physical Demands

• Must have excellent communication skills.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to visually inspect building condition, review promotional literature & materials, review financial reports, computer monitors, etc.
• Must have ability to perceive audio & visual alerts for emergency purposes.
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to access all areas of the building, including pool areas, closets, stairwells, locker rooms, wellness center, etc.

Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies

• YMCA Competencies (Team Leader): Mission Advancement, Collaboration, Operational Effectiveness, Personal Growth.