Aquatics Director

YMCA
Hourly
$21.00
How to Apply
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Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY: This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Aquatics Director is responsible for but not limited to: manages program operation, development and growth, participant satisfaction, member and staff retention and safety, staff supervision, onboarding, training, and coaching. As a Aquatics Director at the Y, you lead an environment that is inviting and serves all.

Qualifications
  • An associate degree in related field or equivalent is preferred.
  • Minimum 2 years related experience preferred.
  • CPR/AED, First Aid. See technical functions.
  • Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Able to work independently and with minimal supervision.
  • Possess strong leadership qualities and work as a team member
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to quickly learn other software programs
  • Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.
Essential Functions
  • Develop, coordinate, market and evaluate all program offerings and services.
  • Lead the recruiting, hiring, training, developing, and supervision of team members.
  • Define department targets and evaluate performance around achieving goals while motivating staff. 
    Implement the risk management program to ensure safe facilities and programs for members, volunteers, and staff.
  • Ensure emergency preparedness through regular emergency drills, in services and department assessment.
    Ensure that all staff maintain current required certifications.
  • Monitor, purchase and maintain necessary equipment through scheduled and preventative maintenance.
  • Develop and manage annual department budget. Submit monthly variance reports and accurate budget forecasts. Ensure programs operate within budget and established standards. Continuously display effective and efficient fiscal management.
  • Attend, actively participate, or lead all required staff training, meetings, and program development activities.
  • Support the strategic direction of the Association and appropriate cabinets and work groups.
  • Perform office duties as needed such as filing, copying, record keeping, and payroll completion.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with key partners, and other collaborative organizations and agencies related to portfolio. Respond to all participant and community inquiries in a timely manner.
  • Play a key role in the Annual Campaign by ensuring all staff is asked to give and provide a reply; by facilitating or supporting a campaign effort or event; by collecting and sharing stories of Y impact; and by engaging volunteers in our cause-driven work and/or campaign efforts.
  • Responsible for other duties as assigned.