Aquatics Director

Ann Arbor YMCA • Ann Arbor, MI

146d

About The Position

The Aquatics Director shall be responsible for the administration, direction, and supervision of all aquatic instruction and recreational swims, adult aquatics programming, Safety Around Water/outreach and community-based programs and Barracudas Swim Club. The Aquatics Director will provide direct supervision for the Aquatics Coordinator and Barracudas Swim Team Head Coach. In addition, the Aquatics Director will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Natatorium at the Ann Arbor YMCA.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in physical education or related field or combination of higher education and experience.
• A minimum of three (3) years of aquatic program supervision required; YMCA experience preferred.
• Must be highly motivated with leadership ability and strong teaching skills for all levels and ages.
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills, organizational abilities and supervisory skills.
• Demonstrated ability to initiate work independently as well as participate as a member of a team.
• Multilingual ability is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• YMCA Team Leader certification is preferred or the ability to obtain within two (2) years.
• POOL/CPO certification is preferred or the ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire.
• Instructor level certifications in CPR/AED, O2 Administration, First AID and Lifeguarding are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administration of Aquatics Center including orientations for new members and daily experience of members in the pool.
• Cultivate member relationships to move members through casual, connected, committed cycle.
• Ensure clear, concise, and consistent information is communicated to members and staff.
• Shared responsibility for member service and membership retention as it relates to the Aquatics Program and Facility.
• Act as a member of the Leadership Team; provide informal assistance in facility supervision and facility usage guidelines implementation.
• Assist in the Annual Campaign and association special events.
• Establish new program activities and expand programming within the community.
• Responsible for the promotion and supervision of swim lessons from infant through adult and Barracudas Swim Team.
• Oversee Safety Around Water program and special interest aquatic areas.
• Manage and oversee the department implementation of the natatorium AI drowning prevention technology.
• Schedule and supervise all recreational swims including lap, open, family, and special event swims.
• Develop, manage, and meet Aquatic Department program budget goals.
• Assist facility department in maintaining aquatic facilities and equipment.
• Ensure overall safety and cleanliness of all aquatic areas and its equipment.
• Oversee support of all full-time, part-time and volunteer staff related to aquatic programs.
• Plan, evaluate, attend, and ensure LG in-service training of staff monthly.
• Act as the direct supervisor to all full-time aquatics staff.
• Provide oversight and guidance to Aquatics Coordinator.
• Develop and monitor staff development plans and training opportunities.
• Participate as a member of various committees related to aquatics.
• Advocate for association-wide policies and practices.
• Ensure all Ann Arbor YMCA aquatics standards and best practices are implemented.
• Ensure all aquatics staff are properly trained and prepared for emergency situations.
• Maintain safety and sanitary standards in accordance with the State Health Department.
• Maintain compliance with risk management and all regulations set by governmental agencies.
• Act in collaboration with camp leadership staff in opening and closing of the waterfronts.
• Facilitate relationships and schedule regular communication with YMCA camp leadership.
• Organize and plan waterfront staff training and assist in lifeguard certification process.
• Complete all special projects as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree