Aquatics Director - Bell Road

YMCA of Greater Montgomery; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

YMCA Family Membership

Program Discounts

Comprehensive Benefits

Employer-Funded Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Professional Development Opportunities

Tuition Discount

Professional Development

Job summary

A community-focused nonprofit organization in Montgomery, Alabama, is seeking an Aquatic Director to lead and develop aquatic programs and services. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience in aquatic program development. Required certifications include CPR/FA and Pool Operator certifications. This position offers various benefits, including a YMCA family membership and professional development opportunities, and plays a key role in upholding the organization’s core values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university, or equivalent experience.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills in aquatic programs.
• CPRO/FA Certification, Pool Operator Certification, lifeguard certifications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement aquatic programs and services.
• Maintain and inspect aquatic facilities and equipment.
• Recruit, hire, train, and supervise aquatic staff.
• Develop and monitor Aquatics budgets.
• Inspect and maintain all aquatic facilities and equipment.
• Maintain pool operations and water chemistry per regulations.
• Recruit, hire, train and supervise full and part-time staff.
• Provide leadership for supervised staff and training experiences.
• Serve as Manager on Duty as scheduled and support annual campaign.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Aquatic Program Development

Supervision

Education

Bachelor’s degree

1–2 years related experience

Tools

Pool Operation Equipment

Aquatic Training Programs

Job description

The Aquatic Director is responsible for developing markets and providing supervision of the aquatic programs and facilities as assigned including but not limited to the Bell Road Y. In addition, every position in the YMCA of Greater Montgomery is responsible for upholding our mission by modeling behaviors that exemplify caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Promote, administer and lead in development and implementation of Aquatic programs and services, including program participation recruitment and retention, and special events.
• Develops and implements the aquatic training programs including swim lesson instructors and lifeguard training.
• Plan, organize, implement, and evaluate all activities for the aquatics programs.
• Develop, implement and monitor Aquatics budgets.
• Inspect and maintain all aquatic facilities and equipment as assigned.
• Maintain knowledge of current trends in Aquatics and be able to implement new programs and ideas.
• Maintain all pool operations, keep adequate records in accordance with local/State regulations, evaluate and control water chemistry to ensure no gaps in programming.
• Recruit, hire, train and supervise all full and part-time employees in areas of responsibility.
• Provide leadership for supervised staff including, but not limited to, demonstrating outstanding customer service, serving as a resource for problem‑solving and planning appropriate training experiences.
• Serve as a Manager on Duty as directed/scheduled.
• Serve in a leadership role in annual campaign.
• Assist the Executive Director as needed in managing the branch facilities and programs.
• Substitute for subordinate employees if required for adequate department coverage.

Other duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) from four‑year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

Required for hire: CPRO/FA Certification, a nationally recognized Pool Operator Certification, current YMCA or Red Cross lifeguard certification, Lifeguard Instructor Certification, Swim instructor certification, First Aid, CPR and AED.

Required within 30 days of employment: Bloodborne Pathogens, Child Abuse Prevention.

BENEFITS INCLUDE

• YMCA Family Membership
• Program Discounts
• Comprehensive Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Long & Short Term Disability, Life Insurance)
• 12% Employer‑Funded Retirement Plan (Once Eligible)
• Paid Time Off
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Troy University Tuition Discount for Staff and Dependents
• Professional Development Opportunities & trainings

The YMCA of Greater Montgomery is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment is subject to a background check.