Aquatic Director--Health & Safety (Full-Time Salary Exempt)

Description

Do you have a love for the field of Aquatics, specifically in Health and Safety and love working with people? Do you have experience in Aquatic Management and Supervisory experience? If so, please consider joining our Aquatics team at the Boroughs Family Branch YMCA!

Under the direction of the Senior Program Director the Aquatics Director- Health and Safety will have primary responsibility of all Lifeguards and the Health and Safety activities within the Boroughs Branch. Responsibilities involve supervising, training, coaching staff, administrative responsibility of the department and provide program development in accordance with the guidelines proposed by the YMCA of the USA.

Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of Aquatic experience in supervision or 7 years’ experience with increasing responsibilities. Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Requires completion and maintaining certification as Lifeguard and Swim Instructor, Pool Operator and Aquatic Facilities Management.
• Strong communication and human relation skills in dealing with staff and members are essential.

Principle Activities:

• Ensure that the highest member service standards are constantly maintained in the aquatic department.
• Assist in the implementation and supervision of aquatic programs and collaborations ensuring the highest quality and adherence to YMCA standards.
• Recruit, hire, train, retain, coach and evaluate qualified Lifeguards. Maintain harmony among staff members and resolve grievances.
• Ensure appropriate staff coverage for all lifeguard shifts. Will cover any unoccupied shifts.
• Work in tandem with the AD of Swim Lessons to have Director coverage on the deck evenings from 4-7pm to ensure quality programming.
• Provide LG in-service training of staff monthly to ensure the highest standards of safety and Risk Management.
• Responsible to make sure all pool schedules are up to date including but not limited to the app
• Ensure the highest standards for aquatic safety including Department of Public Health standards are constantly maintained.
• Assist in the development and tracking of all department budgets.
• Ensure the Character Development and YMCA focus areas are implemented in the aquatic department and programs.
• Make sure clear, concise, and consistent information is communicated to members and staff.
• Play an active leadership role in the branch’s Annual Campaign, assist leadership in the successful completion of the campaign and other related special events and activities.
• Attend Aquatic Task Force meetings and other required meetings within the Branch and Association.
• Assume responsibility for the physical upkeep of the pool and Department.
• Assist in, any and all, branch programs and activities at the request of supervisor.

Schedule: Sunday-Thursday

Job Type: Salary Exempt

Pay: $47,476 annually with full benefit package to include, generous PTO, access to facilities, Medical, Dental, Disability, Life, Vision, & Pet Insurance, and ability to participate 403B Retirement Savings Plan. Also, once fully vested, the YMCA will pay into a retirement account for you!

If this sounds like something you are qualified to do and want to apply, please submit your online application with your resume/cover letter today!

About Us:

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