Program Director, Aquatics

Groton; Groton, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

The Town of Groton is seeking an Aquatics Program Director for a part-time role on Saturdays, up to 10 hours per week. The position offers a starting rate of $23.00 per hour, with a range up to $24.75 per hour, and opens as a flexible opportunity dependent on community needs.

The director will plan and implement diverse aquatics programs, supervise staff, and ensure quality service for participants of all ages. Background in aquatics and supervisory experience is required.

Qualifications

• Ability to work with people of all ages in the discharge of duties.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to write reports.
• Experience supervising staff and planning programs.
• Lifeguard certification and swim lesson experience desired.
• Must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle license.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements a wide variety of aquatics programs.
• Supervises aquatics staff and operations.
• Requires thorough understanding of multiple aquatics programs.

Skills

Customer service

People skills

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Report writing

Lifeguard certification

Driving license

Education

Lifeguard Certification

High school diploma

Job description

The Town of Groton is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Individuals with disabilities who will need reasonable accommodations to complete the selection process should inform the Human Resources Office as soon as possible.

Documentation supporting the need for this accommodation may be required.

Part-Time, Saturdays, up to 10 hours per week

STARTING RATE:

$23.00 / hour

POSITION RANGE:

$23.00-$24.75 / hour

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Aquatics Program Director plans and implements a wide variety of aquatics programs, supervises aquatics staff and must have thorough understanding of a variety of aquatics programs.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to work with people of all ages in the discharge of duties. Strong ability to maintain respect and discipline from participants, and to develop and maintain a cooperative relationship with associates, parents and others. Considerable experience in dealing with people in group situations and strong customer service skills. Ability to objectively evaluate program and submit comprehensive and well written reports. Ability to plan, organize, implement and supervise a series of programs and to manage operation of a facility for programs. Experience with inclusion and serving people with varying abilities.

Supervisory experience required. Lifeguard Certification and swim lesson experience strongly desired. Additional training opportunities may be offered to candidate with a strong aquatics background. Must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle license.

Individuals with disabilities who will need reasonable accommodation to complete the selection process should inform the Human Resources Department on or before the application deadline. Documentation supporting the need for this accommodation may be required. Criminal background, drug testing, and driving record checks required prior to employment.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:

Review of applications with best qualified candidates eligible for oral examination.

Position open until filled.

The Town of Groton is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels;

it is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, and encourages all individuals to apply.