Assistant Director of Aquatics

Riverdale YM-YWHA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant community center as the Assistant Director of Aquatics, where you will play a crucial role in overseeing aquatic activities and ensuring safety. This full-time position offers the chance to lead a dedicated team, engage with community members, and contribute to a variety of programs. You'll enjoy a collaborative environment that values customer service and community engagement. With a focus on excellence, you will help maintain high standards in our Aquatics facility while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance and generous time off. This is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our members!

Benefits

Individual and family membership to Fitness Center

Generous time-off package

Medical, dental and vision health insurance

Discounts on JCC programs

Qualifications

• Minimum three years in the Aquatics industry.
• Ability to lead and manage staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist with developing and overseeing Aquatic programs.
• Supervise pool area and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Leadership

Aquatics Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

WSI Certification

LGI Certification

CPO Certification

Job description

Job Overview:
Under the direct supervision of the Aquatics Director, the Assistant Director of Aquatics is
responsible for assisting with planning, organizing, and supervising of Aquatic activities, safety, and
maintenance of the Aquatics facility. The Assistant Director assists with the training and
scheduling of lifeguards and other pool personnel, directs Aquatics staff in the operation of the pool
equipment, and performs regular maintenance duties, when necessary, in accordance with
Department of Health and New York State law.

Key Responsibilities, in coordination and consultation with the Director, include:

• Assist with developing, implementing, tracking, and overseeing the department's programs.
• Assists with staffing, recruiting, training, hiring and evaluating lifeguards and swim instructors.
• Structure and help to lead instructional swim in accordance with the Learn-to-Swim program.
• Supervise the pool area and ensure lifeguard staff are monitoring patrons and portraying professional behavior at all times.
• Ensure that the facility and operations are in compliance with the New York State Department of Health Sanitary Code, for Swimming Pools, specifically as it pertains to operating, supervision, and maintenance.
• Develop relationships with members and program participants by obtaining regular feedback.
• Work closely with the Aquatics Director during summer camp programming.
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including early morning, evening and weekend hours to cover shifts in the absence of a lifeguard or instructor, and prepared to spend necessary time on site to ensure the pool is operating at its highest level.
• Complete other related duties as assigned by the Aquatics Director.

Qualities and Qualifications:

• Ability to relate to and communicate well with clients and staff.
• Committed to excellent customer service.
• Comfortable in a hands-on, collaborative work setting.
• Minimum three years in the Aquatics industry.
• Certified WSI or able to obtain within six months of employment.
• Certified LGI or able to obtain within six months of employment.
• Certified CPO or able to obtain within six months of employment.
• Ability to lead and manage staff.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Salary: $50,000-$55,000 (commensurate with experience), including the following benefits:

• Individual and family membership to our Fitness Center.
• Generous time-off package.
• Medical, dental and vision health insurance.
• Discounts on JCC programs including summer camps, after school, and preschool.

This is a full-time, in-person role, five days a week, with occasional evenings and holidays
throughout the year.

About The Riverdale YM-YWHA:
The Riverdale Y is a 50,000 sq. ft. Jewish Community Center that provides educational, recreational,
cultural, and wellness programming for children and adults of all ages. The Y features an early
childhood center, camps, and after-school programs, a senior center, a performing arts center, and a health & wellness center that includes cardio and free weight studios, group exercise classes, a gymnasium, and a swimming pool. The Riverdale Y is rooted in universal values central to Jewish life. We celebrate diversity and welcome the entire community.

Please send a cover letter and resume to Adriana Rexhepi, Human Resources Coordinator at
[e-mail].