Aquatics Director

About the role

The YMCA of South Hampton Roads is a dynamic and diverse human service organization committed to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility. The Y is a team effort, right down to our members. The care and concern we show for our members is our success gauge.

The YMCA of South Hampton Roads is recognized as a cutting-edge leader in the YMCA movement, serving the communities of Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Franklin, South Boston Virginia Beach, the Eastern Shore of Virginia, as well as the Outer Banks, Barco and Elizabeth City in North Carolina.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Executive Director and responsible to the Vice President of Aquatics Experience, the Aquatics Director develops, organizes, and implements high-quality YMCA aquatic programs. Ensures the aquatics experience is safe, fun, and enjoyable for members and program participants.

• Maintain a safe aquatic operation – including physical facilities with trained and ready staff
• Growth of aquatics programming – Swim Lessons and Family Programs
• Management of Operations – Certifications, Audits, In-Services, Chemical Logs, etc.
• Staff Development – Recruiting, Hiring, and Training

Key Priorities include supervision of all aspects of aquatics safety, budget expectations and outcomes of the aquatics department, recruitment of new members and participants, and providing complete aquatics maintenance and pool care.

Requirements

Minimum age of 21, with certifications in CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid, YMCA Lifeguarding or Red Cross Lifeguarding, and Swim Instructor Certification.

• Current YMCA Lifeguarding or Red Cross Lifeguarding certifications (instructor level preferred)
• Current Swim Instructor Certification preferred, or obtained within 90 days of hire
• Current CPO or AFO certification preferred, or obtained within 60 days of hire
• Preferred candidates will have a minimum experience of 3-5 years in the aquatics field
• College degree in a relevant field is preferred

Qualifications

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES: Engaging Community, Communication & Influence, Developing Self & Others

Supervisory experience required, with 3-5 years in the aquatics field preferred. Ability to maintain all required certifications and the necessary level of physical and mental readiness.

Working Conditions

Requires a person of maturity and good judgment, who can operate with a minimum of guidance from the Executive Director. Must have ability to respond to emergencies 24 hours a day, and to travel as needed for operational management.

Must have superior oral and written communication skills and the ability to respond to a wide variety of constituencies, including staff, volunteers, members, program participants, vendors, community leaders, etc.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package includes membership, generous time off, health benefits, and an industry-leading retirement plan. Training is provided to secure a promising future for our employees and the Y.