Director, Competitive Swimming

at  YMCA

Join your passion with our mission at the Y in Central Maryland!
Job Description
Under the direction of the Executive Director, Swim Operations, the Director of Competitive Swimming is responsible for providing Case-Driven management and operations to the swim team. Day to Day operations include associate supervision; fiscal management; program development; meets management; scheduling, program optimization/fulfillment; parent communication and volunteer development. The Director, Competitive Swimming is responsible for hiring, training, supervising, and leading their associate team in superior levels of member service and engagement.
Qualifications
A Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Management/Recreation/Health Sciences or related field is preferred
Essential Functions
· Directs and supervises program activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill Y objectives
· Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs associates and volunteers as needed. Reviews and evaluates associates’ performance. Develops strategies to motivate associates and achieve goals. Ensures records of associate certifications are current and complete.
· Performs all functions as those supervised and maintains qualifications and certifications of Lifeguard V6. Trainer level certifications in lifeguarding are required within 120 days of employment.
· Oversees swim team coaches as they train and supervise swimmers using a competitive philosophy
· Conducts safe, effective team practices and swim meet warm up sessions
· Communicates as necessary with parents and other coaches regarding assignments, swimmer progress, and upcoming events
· Provides a positive role model for youth in all functions as a representative of The Y in Central Maryland
· Serves as the chief conduit for communication between the Y and the swim team
· Manages all logistics of the team to include: parent committees; team management software; team operations; team initiatives
· Fosters an environment that is positive and motivating to children and peers
· Ensures high quality programs through innovative program development, participant/member feedback, and program surveys.
· Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in programs
· Develops and monitors the swim team budgets to meet fiscal objectives
· Models relationship building skills in all interactions.
· Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner
· Maintains high quality standards adhering to or surpassing adhering to or surpassing association standards and care maintenance of program facility and equipment
· Implements Association best practices and policies as it relates to operations including purchasing, payroll, reporting, business management, record keeping
· Incorporates the four character values of the YMCA: Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility and adheres to the YCM Code of Conduct
Performs all other duties as assigned
Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies
Advancing Our Mission & Cause - Provide visionary leadership to the organization and to ensure that all resources are mobilized to adapt to new challenges and needs in the community
Building Relationships - Connect people to the Y’s cause by developing inclusive relationships, partnerships and collaborations so that Ys can co-create solutions to pressing social needs
Leading Operations - Ensure relevance, effectiveness, and sustainability of the organization so that we can continue to fulfill our promise to the community
Developing & Inspiring People - Support the holistic development of self and others so that everyone can embrace the Y’s cause, sustain the Y’s culture, and inspire others to take individual and collective action to further our impact
Required Certifications
Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, First Aid, YMCA Lifeguarding, Swimming and Diving Course from the Y required within 120 days of hir

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