Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Aquatics Director will assist with program quality, planning, and implementation of programs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for recruiting, training, coaching, and leading lifeguards and swim instructors.
• Ensure staff maintain all required certifications.
• Perform administrative duties including staff development (recruitment, selection, scheduling, training, supervision, etc.).
• Assist with branch events and the annual giving campaign.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with participants and parents.
• Follow all policies and procedures in the Y Aquatics SOP Manual created or approved by the association.
• Maintain a safe environment at all times.
• Attend training and meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Visual and auditory ability to observe and respond to critical incidents; physical ability to act swiftly in emergencies.
• Ability to lead and interact in group activities and perform related physical skills.
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch; ability to climb, push, and pull.
• Ability to lift and carry objects up to 20 pounds.
• May need to utilize remote working conditions/assignments according to policy and approved agreement.
• May require cross-training and cross-functioning of current position.
• May need to utilize available resources to provide virtual experiences for members, participants, staff, and the community.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree or 1 year of aquatic experience.
• Enthusiastic, fun, with a great personality.
• Ability to effectively interact with participants, parents, and staff.
• Availability on weekends and evenings as needed.
• Possess the following certifications at the time of hire:
  • CPR for the Professional Rescuer or equivalent
  • Emergency Oxygen Administration
  • Standard First Aid
  • Lifeguard certification
  • YMCA Swim Instructor certification (preferred)
• Possess or obtain within 90 days of hire the following YMCA trainings:
  • YMCA Lifeguard certification
  • YMCA Swim Instructor certification
  • YMCA Lifeguard Instructor
  • YMCA Swim Lesson Trainer

SALARY RANGE: $77,500.00 - $82,000.00/year

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Team Leader):

• Change Leadership: Facilitates, co-creates, and implements equitable change for the organization and community.
• Engaging Community: Builds bridges to ensure the Y's work is community-focused and welcoming.
• Philanthropy: Secures resources and support for the Y's initiatives.
• Volunteerism: Engages volunteers and promotes social responsibility.
• Collaboration: Creates sustainable relationships within the Y and with other organizations.
• Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively to engage and inspire.
• Inclusion: Values diversity and promotes inclusive practices.
• Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Makes informed decisions based on data and sound judgment.
• Fiscal Management: Manages resources responsibly.
• Functional Expertise: Executes technical skills effectively.
• Innovation: Implements new approaches to improve impact.
• Program/Project Management: Ensures goals are met and impact occurs.
• Developing Self & Others: Supports growth of staff, volunteers, and participants.
• Emotional Maturity: Manages emotions effectively in all situations.

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