Aquatics Director

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Aquatics Director is responsible for the day-to-day operations, implementation of the branch aquatic programs, and meeting the aquatic needs of the community. The Director will ensure a safe, fun area for children and adults to interact and enjoy. This position requires face-to-face leadership in these programs and involves early morning, evening, and weekend responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Program and Community Development

• Administers swim lessons and aquatic programs
• Scheduling of Aquatic classes, programs, and staff
• Lifeguard/Swim Instruction as needed
• Develops and promotes programs with local schools, mailings, and press releases
• Prepares and distributes rosters and schedules instructors
• Distributes and collects program evaluations
• Implements preschool movement programs
• Audits payroll reports
• Increases the number of participants, groups, and programs
• Implements Character Development in programs
• Administers emergency First aid and Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Handles parent/member complaints

Human Resource Management

• Supervises Aquatic department staff
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Association’s policies and applicable laws
• Sets goals and objectives for each staff member
• Makes annual salary increment recommendations
• Fills staff vacancies in accordance with established Association policies
• Supports the Association in recruitment of diverse staff and volunteers
• Interviews, hires, and trains staff; plans, assigns, and directs work; rewards and disciplines employees; addresses staff complaints and resolves problems

Facility Management

• Maintains pool and deck equipment
• Orders and maintains pool supplies
• Maintains proper chemical stabilization
• Enforces safety standards
• Follows emergency procedures
• Ensures State of Michigan’s Department of Health requirements are met
• Maintains all areas in clean, presentable fashion
• Assists in overall branch quality and cleanliness

Fiscal Management

• Manages and monitors the department operating budget
• Manages the department annual budget development
• Monitors monthly budget and year-end forecast for all program areas
• Assists with Annual Campaign fundraising efforts

Membership Development and Retention

• Provides outstanding member service
• Registers aquatic participants
• Participates as Manager on Duty as assigned

Volunteer Development

• Recruits, trains, and rewards a diverse volunteer group
• Assists in cultivating volunteers from the membership and participant base

Performs any other functions necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids.

COMPENSATION

$50,200 - $62,700 ; Full Time, Salary Exempt