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POSITION SUMMARY This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening the community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Develops, organizes, and implements high-quality, member and community-focused YMCA aquatic programs. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Directs and supervises program activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives and goals. Establishes new program activities and expands programs within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations.
Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules, and directs personnel and volunteers as needed. Reviews and evaluates staff performance. Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals. Ensures records of staff certifications are current and complete.
Conducts regular and frequent sanitation of all equipment (rescue and member-used) and assigned areas, as outlined by YMCA leadership.
Monitors daily pool operations to adhere to all state, local, and federal regulations, as well as YMCA health and safety regulations.
Ensures aquatic safety best practices are in place throughout the branch and that a culture of aquatic safety is developed by conducting safety drills involving multiple departments. Ensures team cohesion in an emergency and that all staff members are aware of protocols when responding to an emergency in the facility.
Conducts and ensures proper maintenance of pool(s).
Secures and schedules pool facilities.
Maintains accurate records of pool chemical levels and facility maintenance.
Conducts and ensures lifeguarding, swim instruction, First Aid, and CPR training are delivered.
Creates and schedules YMCA aquatic programs, such as swim lessons, water fitness classes, and swim team practices and meets.
Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information.
Develops and monitors safety, swim team, and program budgets to meet fiscal objectives.
Assists with YMCA fundraising activities and special events.
Models relationship-building skills, including Listen First, in all interactions. Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
Assists with Program Committee meetings.
Compiles program statistics. Monitors and evaluates program effectiveness and participation.
Serves as a Cause Driven Leader on Duty (CDLOD).
Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS Education
Associate degree preferred.
In lieu of an associate degree, a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent certificate of competency and two to three years of related work experience are required.
Experience
Minimum of three years of related experience required.
Three years of supervisory and/or leadership experience preferred, such as head lifeguard, aquatics coordinator, or supervisor.
Certifications and Requirements
Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification required. Preferred before hire or must be obtained within 90 days of employment.
Red Cross Lifeguarding certification required.
Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor certifications preferred.
CPR and First Aid certification and safety training required within 30 days of hire.
Technical Skills and Knowledge
Within 30 days of hire, completes YMCA program-specific and operational training, including Bloodborne Pathogens, Ten Commandments of Effective Lifeguarding, Child Abuse Prevention and Recognition, Incident Reporting, Bullying, Active Shooter, Allergies, Driver Safety, Harassment, Proper Lifting, New Employee Orientation, and Program and Financial Operations Training.
Completes YMCA aquatics training and trainer certifications.
Demonstrates commitment to the mission and cause of the YMCA and upholds its values and ethics.
Demonstrates the ability to work effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.
Demonstrates willingness and ability to serve as a mandated reporter for any signs or suspicion of child abuse and neglect. All employees are required to follow the child abuse and neglect reporting process, including completing the Suspected Child Abuse/Neglect Reporting Form, calling Children's Protective Services (696-KIDS), and notifying their immediate supervisor, Branch Executive, Risk Management, and Human Resources department(s).
DISCLAIMER The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description may be amended at any time.
