Aquatics Director

at  YMCA of the Suncoast

Title: Aquatics Director - Greater Palm Harbor Branch
Location: YMCA of the Suncoast
FLSA Status: Exempt
Leader Level: Team Leader
Hiring Range: $43,800 - $45,000 annually
Reports to: District Vice President
Supervises: Aquatic Staff and Volunteers including Life Guards and Swim Instructors

Believing that our people deserve the best, the YMCA offers exceptional wage and benefits package. Our featured benefits package determined by your employment status and tenure with the organization includes:

• Health & Dental Insurance
• Disability & Life Insurance
• Funded Retirement Plan
• Subsidized Child Care
• YMCA Facility Access Discounted Program Fees

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position, as a top administrative branch staff in an Association actively 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, long-range 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.
Core and Strategic Functions:

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

Research shows that some candidates apply only if they meet all of the job criteria. If you have passion and intelligence, even if you are missing some of the below requirements, we encourage you to apply to further discuss your skill set.
College degree in a related field or equivalent is preferred. At least two years of program experience is required. The ability to relate to a diverse group of people from all social and economic segments of the community is essential. Must be capable of working under pressure, have good communication skills (both verbal and written) when dealing with various members and employees, and must possess effective organizational skills. Must have experience in staff supervision. This director must have a broad overview of the YMCA as it operates as a local, national and international movement.
Must maintain current certifications in Lifeguarding (YMCA Lifeguard 2011 preferred), First-aid and CPR-Pro, AED and Oxygen Administration. Additional YMCA aquatics certifications are a plus. Must be able to operate standard recreational, office and computer equipment.
Must be capable of working under pressure as well as organizing and planning efficiently. Must have the physical endurance to sit or stand for extended periods of time indoors or outdoors. May be required to maintain continual physical endurance for 15-30 minutes of aerobic activity. Must possess auditory and verbal capabilities in order to monitor environment and swimmers well-being.

Please refer the Job description for details