Aquatics Program Manager

Ymcachicago; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO & holidays

403(b) plan

Professional development

Job summary

McCormick YMCA is seeking an Aquatics Program Manager to lead and coordinate daily aquatic operations, promoting engaging programs and ensuring pool safety and maintenance.

You will recruit and train staff, collaborate with community partners, and uphold high customer service standards while overseeing scheduling and records. The role requires a flexible schedule and strong leadership abilities in a community-focused setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education, Recreation, or related field or equivalent experience
• Two years or more of recreation/aquatics-related experience with prior team leadership/supervisory experience
• Strong customer service orientation with youth, parents, and volunteers
• Strong verbal, written and presentation skills for in-services and trainings
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple priorities for personal and team effectiveness
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills to build and maintain stakeholder relationships
• Current aquatics training and certifications (lifeguard, swim instructor, CPR for Professional Rescuer) or ability to be certified within 30 days of hire
• Must have a flexible schedule: 8 hours a day, 5 days a week, one weekend day required
• Ability to meet physical requirements; YMCA provides accommodations as needed

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise day-to-day operation of aquatic programs
• Plan, promote, create, and coordinate programs
• Maintain records, schedule staff, ensure pool maintenance
• Network with public agencies and community organizations to meet program needs
• Recruit, train, and supervise YMCA team members, including leads, instructors, lifeguards, counselors and volunteers

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer service

Team coordination

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education or related field

Tools

Lifeguard Certification

CPR for Professional Rescuer

Swim Instructor Certification

Job description

Splash into Leadership — Be the Captain of Our Aquatics Crew at McCormick YMCA!

As an Aquatics Program Manager, you will be responsible for coordinating and supervising the day-to-day operation of the aquatic programs which includes planning, promoting, creating, and coordinating programs. This also includes maintaining records, scheduling staff, and ensuring proper pool maintenance. The Aquatics Manager also networks with a variety of public agencies and community organizations to promote and meet program needs. The Aquatics Manager is a leader responsible for recruiting, training, and supervising YMCA team members, including team leads/coordinators, instructors, lifeguards, counselors, volunteers, and other team members as assigned.

Salary range for this role is $40,000-$45,000 per year depending on experience and credentials

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education, Recreation, or related field and/or equivalent experience
• Two years or more of recreation/aquatics-related experience. Prior team leadership/supervisory experience is essential with the ability to collaborate with others and attract, motivate, and effectively coach teams.
• Strong customer service orientation with the ability to relate well with a diverse set of youth, parents, and volunteers. Demonstrates safe and age-appropriate strategies in interactions with youth.
• Strong verbal, written and presentation skills with the ability to effectively lead in-services and trainings essential
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple, competing priorities to maximize personal and team effectiveness.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively build and maintain relationships with stakeholders and constituents.
• Current, relevant Aquatics training and certifications (e.g., lifeguard, swim instructor, CPR for Professional Rescuer) or the ability to be certified within 30 days of hire. This includes ability to pass a water skills/swim test.
• Must have a flexible schedule. 8 hours a day, 5 days a week, one weekend day required
• Ability to meet physical requirements of job including the physical stamina, agility and sudden exertion required to safely lead sports and aquatics programs. The YMCA will make reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.

Child Abuse Prevention - Support

Support the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by:

• Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
• Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
• Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
• Completing all child abuse prevention training, as required

Benefits

• Competitive salaries reflecting your skills and experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees, plus wellness programs, mental health resources, and a family gym membership.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays, with flexible work hours for work-life balance.
• 403(b) plan with company contributions for eligible employees after 2 years of service.
• Continuous learning opportunities through workshops and training programs.
• Supportive work environment valuing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Discounts on programs, employee assistance programs, and company-sponsored events.

Behaviors

Preferred

Enthusiastic

Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Leader

Inspires teammates to follow them

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Growth Opportunities

Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Self-Starter

Inspired to perform without outside help

Equal Opportunity Employer

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