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Job Description
The Aquatic Director leads the aquatic department and provides leadership in expanding aquatic programming in providing a safe environment. Manages the delivery and development of various program areas(s), such as health/wellness, aquatics, teens, childcare, and/or other programs. Recruits, trains and supports assigned staff and volunteers. Additional responsibilities include hiring, onboarding and training of staff and volunteers; curriculum development; providing budget input; and adhering to all regulatory and Association standards. This is an entry-level management position that considers the size, scope and budget of the program area and/or branch in classification.
Qualifications
- Must be 18 years or older
- Previous lifeguarding experience including knowledge of lifeguarding principles required
- Current CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, Oxygen Administration, AED, and Blood borne Pathogens
- Transferred Ellis & Assoc. lifeguard certification within first 30 days of employment
- Complete four hours of Ellis & Associates in-service training and scanning skills
- Demonstrate maturity in relating to people of all ages and abilities
- Ability to lead and motivate others and earn respect
- Obtain and maintain all additional new hire certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire
- Two-year college degree or equivalent experience preferred
- Two years of related work experience preferred
- Experience directing programs through supervision of volunteers and staff
- Previous experience with diverse populations
- YMCA Team Leader certification preferred
- Must be fluent in spoken and written English
- Obtain and maintain all new hire certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire
Essential Functions
- Delivers specific program area(s) to promote program and/or membership growth for the YMCA.
- Executes strategies to ensure that members and/or program participants connect with one another and connect with the YMCA.
- Provides input towards the development of program and/or branch budgets as requested by management.
- Hires, trains, and supervises hourly staff and volunteers in assigned area.
- Manages payroll for program team
- Facilitates communication and provides leadership to assigned part time staff.
- Aids in the branch community campaign as needed.
- Assures compliance with state and local regulations.
- Ensures that program and Association standards are met, and safety procedures are followed.
- Ensures execution of high-quality programs through innovative program delivery.
- Coordinates special events and activities as required for the program.
- Provides data, rosters, schedules, and reports as required for assigned programs.
- Interfaces with and resolves member concerns to further member engagement.
- Establishes and maintain4s collaborations with community organizations
- Ensure compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.