Aquatics Director - Bell Road

About the role

The Aquatics Director will oversee all aquatic programs, activities, facilities, and staff at the Bell Road YMCA, focusing on swim lessons.

Responsibilities

• Promote, administer, and lead in the development and implementation of Aquatic programs and services.
• Develop and implement aquatic training programs including swim lesson instructors and lifeguard training.
• Plan, organize, implement, and evaluate all activities for the aquatics programs.
• Develop, implement, and monitor Aquatics budgets.
• Inspect and maintain all aquatic facilities and equipment as assigned.
• Maintain knowledge of current trends in Aquatics and implement new programs and ideas.
• Maintain all pool operations, keep adequate records in accordance with local/State regulations, evaluate and control water chemistry to ensure no gaps in programming.
• Recruit, hire, train, and supervise all full and part-time employees in areas of responsibility.
• Provide leadership for supervised staff including, but not limited to, demonstrating outstanding customer service, serving as a resource for problem-solving, and planning appropriate training experiences.
• Serve as a Manager on Duty as directed/scheduled.
• Serve in a leadership role in annual campaign.
• Assist the Executive Director as needed in managing the branch facilities and programs.
• Substitute for subordinate employees if required for adequate department coverage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Required certifications: CPRO/FA Certification, nationally recognized Pool Operator Certification, current YMCA or Red Cross lifeguard certification, Lifeguard Instructor Certification, Swim instructor certification, First Aid, CPR and AED.
• Required within 30 days of employment: Bloodborne Pathogens, Child Abuse Prevention.

Benefits

• YMCA Family Membership
• Program Discounts
• Comprehensive Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Long & Short Term Disability, Life Insurance)
• 12% Employer-Funded Retirement Plan (Once Eligible)
• Paid Time Off
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Troy University Tuition Discount for Staff and Dependents
• Professional Development Opportunities & trainings