Avery Aquatics Director
About The Position
Dive into an exciting leadership role where your passion for aquatics and commitment to community come together! The C.W. Avery YMCA is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Aquatics Director to lead our premier aquatic programs and facilities. As the Aquatics Director, you will oversee a vibrant aquatic department, ensuring top-notch programs and safe, enjoyable experiences for all ages. From managing swim lessons and lifeguard teams to developing innovative aquatic classes, you’ll be at the helm of fostering a love for water activities within our community. Imagine the impact you can make by creating a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone from young swimmers to seasoned athletes can thrive. Your leadership will not only ensure the highest standards of safety and quality but also inspire a new generation of swimmers and aquatic enthusiasts. Join us at the C.W. Avery YMCA, where your expertise and vision will help shape the future of our aquatic programs. This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to make a splash in your career while making a lasting difference in the lives of others. Apply now and become part of a team dedicated to building healthy, confident, and connected communities through the power of aquatics! POSITION SUMMARY: This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Aquatics Director at the C.W Avery Family YMCA intentionally fosters a cause-centered culture that is welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing, and determined while also managing high-quality, member-focused aquatics programs.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent.
- Experience in a supervisory role in an aquatics program preferred.
- One to two years related experience preferred (e.g., as an aquatics coordinator or supervisor).
- Minimum age of 21.
- Ability to train, lead and develop lifeguard and instructor staff.
- Certification requirements include: current lifeguard certification, Child Abuse Prevention, CPR, Bloodborne Pathogens, First Aid and AED certifications required within 30 days of employment.
- LGI certification required within 6 months of employment.
- Certified pool operator preferred.
- Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
Responsibilities
- Directs and supervises program staff and Aquatics Manager to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives.
- Establishes new program activities and expands program within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans.
- Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations.
- Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs personnel and volunteers as needed.
- Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
- Coordinates schedule for all aquatics programming including group, private, semi-private and adaptive swim lessons and aquatics personal training.
- Leads implementation of swim lessons/Go Blue/Safety around water programs.
- Completes and is responsible for providing on-going training to ensure up-to-date techniques are being applied.
- Ensures records of staff certifications and trainings are current.
- Responsible for the overall safety of all individuals that enter the aquatics area.
- Monitors daily pool operations to adhere to all state, local and YMCA health and safety regulations.
- Secures and schedules pool facility.
- Maintains accurate records of pool chemical levels.
- Maintains lifeguarding, swim instruction, First Aid and CPR certifications and conducts those trainings as needed.
- Creates and schedules swim and water fitness classes appropriately.
- Assists Wellness Director with scheduling Water Fitness classes when appropriate.
- Coordinate or provide emergency coverage as needed assuring pools have a certified lifeguard on deck during all operating hours and after-hour rentals.
- Develops, manages, controls and monitors program budget to meet fiscal objectives.
- Ensures program operates within budget and that program fees are collected.
- Provides direct support and leadership for the annual fundraising campaign for the advancement of the association.
- Assists in YMCA fundraising activities and special events.
Benefits
- A defined contribution retirement plan with 12 percent of salary contributed by the association (when eligibility requirements are met)
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Health insurance, dental and life insurance
- Professional development opportunities
- Free YMCA Programming
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
