Aquatics Director

Position Summary

This position supports the work of the YMCA of the Rockies, Estes Park Center, which operates a mission-based family and group conference and retreat center, serving more than 150,000 guests annually. The Aquatics Director supervises and trains staff in all aspects of the pool. The Aquatics Director will develop, coordinate, and administer aquatics programs to benefit the guests, staff, and community of the Estes Park Center.

We firmly believe in our mission of putting Christian principles into practice through programs, staff and facilities in an environment that builds healthy spirit, mind and body for all. The YMCA of the Rockies staff are key players in helping cultivate an environment of healthy living, youth development, and community impact on our breathtaking properties outside Rocky Mountain National Park. This is a place where nature inspires and staff leads with heart.

We are committed to being welcoming to all people and to making a difference in the lives of our members, guests, and staff. The work of each staff member matters. We count on our staff to provide extraordinary mission-based experiences for our guests and for each other.

• Certify, train, supervise, schedule, provide in-service and professional development for and evaluate a seasonal staff of lifeguards, a head guard, and volunteers. Provide leadership to a staff of 4-16 people.
• Plan, develop, and implement aquatics programs centered toward the whole family on a year-round basis.
• Plan, develop, and implement swim lessons for staff, guests, Bennett Preschool, and the Estes Park community.
• Provide training and certification opportunities for staff, guests, and the Estes Park community.
• Coordinate with other departments to schedule programs for groups and special events as needed.
• Maintain overall care of the pool facility and equipment, and work closely with Buildings and Grounds to maintain the safety of the pool.
• Develop and maintain the budget for the aquatics department.
• Must be extremely organized with impeccable accuracy and attention to detail, and have the ability to complete tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, be self-directed, and make good decisions.
• Maintain an adequate inventory of pool equipment and repair equipment as necessary.
• Maintain detailed records of programs and attendance.
• Ability to communicate visually and orally, while fluent in speaking, writing and reading English.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule as the hours may vary and will include weekends, evenings and holidays.
• Possess a valid USA state-issued driver's license, an acceptable driving record, and comply with YMCA driving rules to be approved to operate YMCA vehicles.
• Possess stamina to work in the work environment described herein.

• Bachelor's degree in Recreation or related field, and three years of lifeguard and pool supervisory experience required.
• Current Lifeguard and WSI certifications required.
• Current Instructor certifications for Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR, AED, and Oxygen Administration are required.
• Possess or be willing to obtain Certified Pool Operator qualification.
• Experience supervising all aspects of training, evaluating, disciplining, and developing staff.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Promote a cooperative, positive and problem-solving atmosphere at all times.
• Ability to oversee and complete projects in a timely manner.
• Enthusiasm for constant Program Department development and offerings.

• Uphold and reflect the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility and Faith in all functions.
• Uphold the YMCA of the Rockies' Mission, policies and programs.
• Possess and demonstrate excellent customer service skills, friendly, personable, helpful, patient, and professional.
• Support the YMCA of the Rockies safety program. Promote safe work practices and a safe environment for guests, members, and staff.
• Promote a cooperative, positive and flexible atmosphere while working with others in a diverse community.
• Attend required abuse of risk management training and report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and antiracism is required.
• Support organizational environmental sustainability goals through regular and effective collaboration and communication with sustainability leadership.
• Must meet acceptable criminal background check standards.
• All other duties as assigned.

• Be able to walk, sit, stand, squat and crawl into a lying position.
• Ability to utilize hands and wrists with high dexterity to use all common hand and power tools.
• Ability to climb stairs, frequently get up and down from a desk.
• The employee needs sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions and supervise aquatic activities.
• The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds…