Senior Aquatics Director

YMCA
Salary
$60,000.00
$65,000.00
How to Apply
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The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is looking for an experienced Senior Aquatics Leader!
Job Description

The Spring Valley YMCA, one of our flagship branches within the Greater Philadelphia YMCA association, is looking to hire a Senior Aquatics Director. The Senior Aquatics Director provides overall direction, coordination, and success of multiple indoor and outdoor swimming pools. Enthusiastic applicants serve as YMCA ambassadors to provide members and staff with a great experience.  Building confidence in youth and connecting a diverse population to healthier lives are an integral part of the role. The YMCA is committed to providing a culture of support where leaders thrive.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in related field
  • 3-5 years of experience with current ARC Lifeguard/Water Park, CPR for Professional Rescuer, First Aid, Administering Emergency Oxygen and YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor certification with 2 years of related experience
  • 5+ years experience in fitness, retail, recreation management or hospitality industries
  • 5+ years experience managing 50+ team members
  • 5+ years experience of budget management
  • Experience providing high-end member service and managing member concerns
  • Pursue CPO and applicable certifications related to your location within 6 months
  • Ability to use water chemistry test kit
Essential Functions
  • Provide leadership in the delivery of quality within the YMCA aquatic department
  • Develop high quality aquatics programs, including swim lessons and water fitness that meet the needs of the community
  • Oversee a high volume of 100+ swim lessons per week
  • Understand overall branch revenue and program goals, plan and execute daily/weekly workload to deliver department goals, membership goals and member engagement
  • Champion a culture where teams love to work, and members love to visit; recognize member-centered behaviors and reward outstanding performance  
  • Creates and sustains an environment that values all people for their unique talents. Takes an active role in promoting and leveraging practices that support diversity, inclusion, global engagement, and cultural competence
  • Work a schedule that aligns to guest and business needs (this includes early morning, evening, and weekends) 
  • Ensure the swimming facility is meeting or exceeding the Aquatic Safety Standards
  • Facilitate monthly in-service meetings that include skill review
  • Supervise staff and ensure appropriate staffing of pool. Coordinate breaks and rotate staff.   Ensure program quality and monitor staff performance and member service 
  • Ensure safety and prevent injuries by supervising the pool area. Ensure no distraction or interference with the ability to hear or see signs of distress