Senior Aquatics Director

Greater Philadelphia YMCA; Royersford (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA gym membership

Flexible work schedule

Discounted YMCA programs

12% retirement fund contribution

Employee referral bonus

Continuing education and professional

Fun, collaborative, mission-driven

Job summary

The Spring Valley YMCA, a flagship branch within the Greater Philadelphia YMCA, seeks a Senior Aquatics Director to provide overall direction and success for multiple indoor and outdoor pools. You will lead aquatic programs, supervise a large team, and build a welcoming, inclusive environment for members and staff.

You will drive high-quality lessons and water fitness offerings, align daily work with branch goals, and ensure safety standards are met while delivering exceptional member service in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• ARC Lifeguard/Water Park and YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor certifications with 2+ years of related experience.
• CPR for Professional Rescuer and First Aid certifications.
• 2+ years of experience in a related role.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in the delivery of quality within the YMCA aquatic department.
• Develop high quality aquatics programs, including swim lessons and water fitness.
• Oversee 100+ swim lessons per week.
• Plan workload to meet department goals, membership goals and engagement.
• Champion diversity, inclusion, and cultural competence.
• Work early mornings, evenings, and weekends to fit guest needs.
• Ensure Aquatic Safety Standards are met or exceeded.
• Facilitate monthly in-service meetings and staff training.
• Supervise staff and ensure proper staffing and performance.
• Maintain safety and prevent injuries in the pool area.

Skills

Team leadership

Budget management

Member service

Scheduling & operations

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

The Spring Valley YMCA, one of our flagship branches within the Greater Philadelphia YMCA association, is looking to hire a Senior Aquatics Director. The Senior Aquatics Director provides overall direction, coordination, and successof multiple indoor and outdoor swimming pools. Enthusiastic applicants serve as YMCA ambassadors to provide members and staff with a great experience. Building confidence in youth and connecting a diverse population to healthier lives are an integral part of the role. The YMCA is committed to providing a culture of support where leaders thrive.

Some rewards for joining our team:

• Free YMCA gym membership
• Flexible work schedule available
• Discounted YMCA programs after meeting the eligibility requirements
• Eligible for a 12% company contribution to the YMCA Retirement Fundafter meeting the requirements
• Employee referral bonus program
• Opportunities for continuing educationand professional training and development
• Fun, collaborative, and mission driven environment

What is needed for this job:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field
• 3-5 years of experience with current ARC Lifeguard/Water Park, CPR for Professional Rescuer, First Aid, Administering Emergency Oxygen and YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor certification with 2 years of related experience
• 5+ years experience in fitness, retail, recreation management or hospitality industries
• 5+ years experience managing 50+ team members
• 5+ years experience of budget management
• Experience providing high-end member service and managing member concerns
• Pursue CPO and applicable certifications related to your location within 6 months
• Ability to use water chemistry test kit

The responsibilities we will trust you with:

• Provide leadership in the delivery of quality within the YMCA aquatic department
• Develop high quality aquatics programs, including swim lessons and water fitness that meet the needs of the community
• Oversee a high volume of 100+ swim lessons per week
• Understand overall branch revenue and program goals, plan and execute daily/weekly workload to deliverdepartmentgoals, membership goals and member engagementChampion a culture where teams love to work, and members love to visit; recognize member-centered behaviors andreward outstanding performance
• Creates and sustains an environment that values all people for their unique talents. Takes an active role in promoting and leveraging practices that support diversity, inclusion, global engagement, and cultural competence
• Work a schedule that aligns to guest and business needs (this includes early morning, evening, and weekends)
• Ensure the swimming facility is meeting or exceeding the Aquatic Safety Standards
• Facilitate monthly in-service meetings that include skill review
• Supervise staff and ensure appropriate staffing of pool. Coordinate breaks and rotate staff.Ensure program quality and monitor staff performance and member service
• Ensure safety and prevent injuries by supervising the pool area. Ensure no distraction or interference with the ability to hear or see signs of distress

What you can expect:

• Support from an amazing team
• Opportunities to learn & grow
• Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger