Aquatics Director (Southwest)

YMCA of Greater Waukesha County•Greenfield, WI

About The Position

Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Aquatics Director is responsible for planning, development, supervision, and administration of all aquatic programming.

Requirements

Minimum age of 21.
Current Lifeguard (American Red Cross or YMCA), CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, AED certification.
Strong organizational abilities as well as oral and written communication skills.
Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent preferred.
One to two years related experience preferred (e.g., as an aquatics coordinator, supervisor, or assistant director).
Lifeguard Instructor Certification and Certified Pool Operator preferred or be willing to obtain within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

Ensures that daily care of members is a key priority through supervision of aquatics staff.
Responsible for recruitment, training, and scheduling of aquatics staff as well as planning for continuous training program for staff. This includes lifeguards and swim instructors.
Develop strategies to recruit staff, onboard and develop them for success.
Conducts lifeguarding, swim instruction, First Aid and CPR trainings. Ensures records of staff certifications are current and complete.
Ensures programs and services meet community needs. Supervise existing program activities, establish, and expand programs as needed. Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information.
Monitors daily pool operations to adhere to all state, local and YMCA health and safety regulations.
Models relationship-building skills in all interactions. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations. Maintains regular, clear, and concise communication within area of responsibility.
Manages the program, including developing and monitoring the program budget to meet fiscal objectives; compiling program statistics to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of and participation in program; securing and scheduling pool facilities; and creating and scheduling the classes.
Serves as member of staff leadership team, participates in meetings, conduct tours, fills Manager on Duty shifts, and assists with annual fundraising campaign.
Manages safety and risk portfolio for the branch and serves as a member of the Association Safety and Risk Cabinet.
Attends and participates as a member of the Association Aquatics Cabinet.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Directly supervises lifeguards, swim instructors, aquatics specialist, and/or assistant aquatics director in accordance with the organizations policies, mission and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees, planning, assigning and directing work, appraising performance, addressing and resolving issues.