Aquatics Director

YMCA of the USA; Williamsport (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of the USA is seeking an Aquatics Director for the River Valley Regional YMCA in Williamsport. This role involves leading swim programs, managing staff, and ensuring compliance with health regulations. Candidates should have 1-2 years of aquatic management experience and relevant certifications to support the community's aquatic safety and development.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of Aquatic Management Experience required.
• Completion of mandated training within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to relate to diverse groups from various backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Directs swim lessons and supervises aquatic activities.
• Develops program activities and manages staff and volunteers.
• Ensures compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Relationship-building

Education

YMCA program-specific certifications

Job description

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The River Valley Regional YMCA is seeking a highly motivated individual that can provide strong leadership as our Aquatics Director.

Job Description

• Directs and supervises swim lessons and program activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives.
• Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs staff and volunteers as needed. Reviews and evaluates staff performance. Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
• Establishes new program activities and expands program within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans.
• Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information, may organize and schedule program registrations. May review and process program scholarship applications.
• Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations.
• Develops and monitors program budget to meet fiscal objectives.
• Coordinates use of facilities for program activities and events.
• Assists in YMCA fundraising activities and special events.
• Models relationship-building skills in all interactions. Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints in timely manner.
• May assist with Program Committee meetings.
• Compiles program statistics. Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in programs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• One to two years of Aquatic Management Experience.
• Required trainings within 30 days of hire include completion of: Mandated Reporter Training, Lifeguard Instructor, Certified Pool Operator.
• Completion of YMCA program-specific certifications.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
  
  

Essential Functions

Monitors daily pool operations to adhere to all state, local, and YMCA health and safety regulations.

Maintains accurate records of pool chemical levels and facility maintenance.

Maintains accurate records of staff certifications.

Conducts and ensures proper maintenance of pools.

Secures and schedules pool facilities.

Conducts lifeguarding, swim instruction, First Aid, and CPR trainings.

Creates and schedules swim classes and water fitness classes.

Required Certifications

Typical requirements within 30 days of hire include: completion of: Child Abuse Prevention for Supervisory Staff; Working with Program Volunteers; CPR; First Aid; AED; Mandated Reporter Training, Lifeguard Instructor, and Certified Pool Operator

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations

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