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Job Description
The Program Director will interact with employees, management, members, and other business associates in an outgoing, courteous manner while performing various administrative, support, and specialty duties related to the efficient operation of YMCA pools.
The ideal candidate, with direct reports, will be responsible in the following areas:
Group Swim Lessons Programs
Private Swim Lessons
Master Swim Program
Group Water Fitness Program
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business management, a related field. or equivalent work experience preferred
Highly motivated, organized, personable, enthusiastic displaying leadership abilities
Two or more years of experience in supervising or directing programs as a program and/or center director preferred
Adaptable, flexible, and enjoys variety in your work environment including periodic weekends and non-business hour workdays
Serve as a leader in the Annual Giving campaign and other fundraising initiatives
Model the YMCA core values: Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility; implement character development and the YMCA core values in all programs and all aspects of Center operations
Must possess a valid Texas Drivers' License and valid insurance
American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor or YMCA Lifeguard Instructor certifications required
American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Trainer or YMCA Lifeguard Trainer required
Water Safety Instructor or YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor preferred
Must pass reference checks, pre-employment drug screen, background check and sex offender registry check
Essential Functions
Manages, directs and supervises aquatics activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives
Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs personnel and volunteers as needed
Monitors daily pool operations to adhere to all state, local and YMCA health and safety regulations
Provide hands on duties as needed including acting as pool manager, head guard, swim instructor, swim coach
Conducts and ensures proper maintenance of pools
Secures and schedules pool facilities
Maintains accurate records of pool chemical levels and facility maintenance
Conducts lifeguarding, swim instruction trainings
Creates and schedules swim classes, water fitness classes, and swim team practices and meets
Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information
Develops, manages and controls department budgets to meet fiscal objectives
Required Certifications
American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor or YMCA Lifeguard Instructor certifications required
American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Trainer or YMCA Lifeguard Trainer required
Water Safety Instructor or YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor preferred