Aquatics Director

Must Have The Following In Order To Apply

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Two (2) years of program experience
• Must maintain current certifications in Lifeguarding (YMCA Lifeguard v7 preferred), First-aid and CPR-Pro, AED and Oxygen Administration
• Valid driver's license
• Knowledge of the YMCA as it operates as a local, national and international movement

• College degree in a related field or equivalent
• Additional YMCA aquatics certifications

Will be discussed with applicant;
Drug Free Workplace.

This position, as an administrative branch staff in an Association engaged in many national Y initiatives, is responsible for day-to-day general administration of the aquatic department including staff supervision, budgeting, expense control, income generation, program development and quality control, board and committee development, community relations, collaborations, planning and facility maintenance. The Aquatics Director also provides direction and leadership for the achievement of Association goals in accordance with the policies, procedures and standards established by the Board.

1) Programs, Services and Facilities

• Direct and administer total operation of the Aquatics Department including the interpretation and execution of established policies, the development of procedures and methods, staffing, evaluation of the effectiveness of the programs and operation
• Plan and conduct a variety of aquatic programs and activities that maximize the facilities available, support the Cause and enhance membership
• Create an environment by reporting suspicious activity that may lead to child abuse or may violate the code of conduct
• Ensure the safety and maintenance of facilities, grounds, and equipment by keeping supplies organized, maintain a clean facility and care for equipment
• Promote and monitor membership and/or program growth, taking a leadership role in membership cultivation and retention
• Participate as required by branch leadership in LOD/CDLOD building coverage

2) Staff and Volunteer Management

• Recruit, hire, supervise and develop department staff and volunteers through use of Leadership Competency Model resources that create a culture of cause-driven leaders
• Lead and/or participate in a branch committee(s)
• Support branch Y Community Champions efforts
• Attend all necessary trainings in order to keep YMCA certifications current and active
• Ensure all aquatic staff are in compliance with YMCA certifications as required by YUSA and YMCA of the Suncoast policies
• Hold in-service trainings with aquatic staff as requested by branch leadership and as required by YMCA of the Suncoast aquatic policies

3) Finance

• Prepare annual department(s) budget for approval by the Executive Director and senior leadership team of the YMCA of the Suncoast
• Recommend adjustments and administer the budget, exercising necessary expense controls and revenue production
• Complete monthly variance reports to Executive Director to explain actual results as compared with budget and/or forecast

4) Community Development

• Represent and promote the company in the local community and develop working relationships with other organizations, businesses, and governmental entities.
• Promote and communicate the objectives and programs of the company through public communication media
• Actively participate in community organizations
• Host at least 1 SPLASH week each year in order to provide free or reduced swim lessons to school age children in our community

5) Financial Development

• Incorporate storytelling in an effort to advance the company's mission and cause
• Participate in Annual Campaign efforts
• Identify and recruit Annual Campaign volunteers