Associate Director - Aquatics
About The Position
Under the supervision of the Aquatic Director, the Associate Director - Aquatics assists with planning, organizing, directing, budgeting, and evaluating programs in their area in accordance with the association’s mission, purposes, and policies. The role recruits, orients, trains, and supervises paid and volunteer staff connected with its area of responsibility. The Associate Director acts on behalf of the Aquatic Director in their absence and follows aquatic policies. The position supports daily aquatic operations, instructional swim programs, safety and quality training, equipment and facility maintenance, records, reporting, and community engagement. It includes direct service, guarding, or instruction for up to 20 hours per week and participation in branch management team meetings.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
- At least 21 years of age.
- YMCA Lifeguarding certification; employees certified by the Red Cross must cross over to YMCA certification within six months of hire.
- At least two years of experience in instruction and management of a wide variety of Aquatics programs and pool maintenance.
- Experience supervising staff and developing pool and class schedules.
- Good member-relations and staff-relations skills.
- Physically and verbally able to interact with members and staff.
- Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Awareness of YMCA movement and trends in the aquatic field.
- Ongoing development of knowledge in YMCA Aquatic Management and certifications.
Responsibilities
- Provide excellent member service and exceed member expectations.
- Listen actively to members, build relationships, understand their goals and interests, and help them work toward those goals.
- Recruit, schedule, and supervise lifeguard and instructor personnel in consultation with the Aquatic Director.
- Work with the Aquatic Director to develop, oversee, and monitor the Aquatics budget.
- Plan and schedule program facilities with the supervisor to support smooth daily operations.
- Review staff, class, and pool scheduling.
- Work closely with the Aquatic Director to execute instructional swim programs.
- Teach and/or guard as needed, up to 20 hours per week.
- Assist with registration and answer questions from members, program participants, and staff.
- Provide ongoing training and development for aquatic personnel.
- Oversee required safety and quality training, drills, and documentation in conjunction with the Aquatic Director.
- Share responsibility with the supervisor for the care and maintenance of the facility and related program equipment.
- Assist with ordering equipment and Aquatic/First Aid supplies as needed.
- Maintain records for control, evaluation, and reporting to committees, the Board, and the Aquatics Director.
- Build working relationships with community agencies, businesses, schools, and other resources.
- Help implement special events related to the Aquatic Department and the YMCA.
- Submit regular news articles to local newspapers about aquatics programs and special events.
- Record aquatic statistics for each session and distribute and collect program evaluations.
- Participate in staff meetings as a member of the branch management team.
- Remain current in required and voluntary training to promote growth of mind, spirit, and character values.
- Perform other duties as assigned or needed.
Benefits
- Free YMCA membership for the employee.
- Discounts on specialty programs, including personal training and swimming lessons.
- Discounted or free family membership.
- Retirement plan of up to 10%, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Health, dental, and vision benefit package.
- Vacation and sick time.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
