POSITION SUMMARY
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Aquatics Director intentionally fosters a cause-centered culture that is welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing, and determined while also managing high-quality, member-focused aquatics programs.
OUR CULTURE
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. Wabash County is not unique but we have our own culture and sense of community that the Wabash County YMCA is greatly invested in. We are determined to make an impact in our community and you are part of that strategy.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Thinks, communicates and behaves as a cause-driven leader and role model for other staff and members when it comes to desired staff behaviors; promotes youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility in all job-related functions.
- Collaborates with the branch leadership to ensure the safe and responsible operation of the Y including rotating responsibilities for overall facility supervision & program coverage and actively participates in branch philanthropy efforts, special events, meetings and training sessions.
- Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations.
- Establishes new program activities and expands programs within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans.
- Directs and supervises program activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives. Monitors and develops aquatic programs to increase participation and retention.
- Work with all other departments to create and support programs and activities that enhance membership engagement and retention.
- Hire, supervise, train and grow staff of the Aquatic Department; manage all staff functions and related responsibilities; reviews and evaluates staff performance. Ensures records of staff certifications are current and complete along with all in-service standards being met by leading in-services in accordance with association, Red Cross and West Bend policies and standards.
- Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
- Provide data and reports as required for assigned duties.
- Develop, manage and maintain balanced department budgets.
- Participate in, promote and support the YMCA annual campaign fundraising efforts.
- Support all marketing and promotion efforts of the YMCA.
- Plans and coordinates purchase and repair of facilities and equipment as needed.
- Conducts or attends required meetings and maintains required certifications.
- Monitors and maintains daily pool operations to adhere to all state, local and YMCA of the USA health and safety regulations.
- Secures and schedules pool facilities.
- Conducts certification courses in both YMCA and American Red Cross courses.
- Applies YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to best practices, emergency procedures, medical and disciplinary situations, and child abuse prevention.
- Ensures AED's, first aid kits, CPR equipment, etc. are inspected regularly and updated.
- Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
- All other duties as required or requested.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
- Immediately upon hire: Lifeguarding certification (ARC); American Red Cross First Aid & CPR for Professional Rescuer; AED; O2; and concussion training which meets state standards.
- Within 30 days of hire: Completion of required Redwoods and Praesidium trainings related to Child Abuse Prevention and Bloodborne Pathogens.
- Within 6 months of hire: Aquatics Facility/Pool Operator certification; LGI.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum age of 18.
- Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
- One to two years of related experience is preferred.
- YMCA Team Leader certification preferred.
QUESTIONS
Pay: $35,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
