Aquatic Director (Full-Time Exempt)

YMCA
Salary
$47,476.00
How to Apply
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Job Description

Under the direction of the Branch Director, the Aquatic Director is primarily responsible for supervising all lifeguards and managing the safety of the pool at the Tri Community Branch, Lakefront at Camp Foskett and the Andrew Petro pool in the summertime. Additional responsibilities involve supervising, training, coaching staff, administrative responsibility of the department and provide program development in accordance with the guidelines proposed by the YMCA of the USA.

Schedule: Mondays-Fridays (Saturday/Sunday as needed)

Job Type: Salary Exempt 

Pay: $47,476 annually 

Benefits:  

  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Access to YMCA facilities and immediate family members for full-time employees
  • 50% discount in enrollment for YMCA programming for full-time employees and immediate family members
  • Medical, Dental, Disability, Life, Vision, & Pet Insurance available 
  • Ability to participate 403B Retirement Savings Plan with no requirements
  • Also, once fully vested, the YMCA will pay into a 403(a) retirement account for you

If this sounds like something you are qualified to do and want to apply, please submit your online application with your resume/cover letter today!

If this sounds like something you are qualified to do and want to apply, please submit your online application with your resume/cover letter.

About Us:

The Y: We’re for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

The YMCA of Central Massachusetts provides an environment that reflects, respects, and celebrates our differences and the richness of diversity, resulting in strengthening the foundation of community through our pillars of youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The YMCA of Central Massachusetts is made up of our 6 branches throughout Worcester County: Central Community Branch (Worcester, MA), Greendale Family Branch (Worcester, MA), Boroughs Family Branch (Westborough, MA), Montachusett Community Branch (Fitchburg, MA), Leominster Community Branch (Leominster, MA), and Tri Community Branch (Southbridge, MA). 

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree preferred with at least 2 years of experience in supervision or 1 years experience with increasing responsibilities. 
  • Requires completion and maintaining certification as Lifeguard, Swim Instructor, Lifeguard Instruction and Water Safety Instruction.
  • Strong communication and human relation skills in dealing with staff and members are essential. 
  • This position requires decision making skills, as it relates to aquatic safety and the efficient operation of the aquatic area
Essential Functions
  • Ensure that the highest member service standards are constantly maintained in the aquatic department.
  • Assist in the implementation and supervision of aquatic programs and collaborations ensuring the highest quality and adherence to YMCA standards.
  • Recruit, hire, train, retain, coach and evaluate qualified Lifeguards. Maintain harmony among staff members and resolve grievances.
  • Ensure appropriate staff coverage for all lifeguard shifts. Will cover any unoccupied shifts.
  • Provide Lifeguard in-service training of staff monthly with additional Lifeguard Instructors to ensure the highest standards of safety and Risk Management.
  • Oversee administration of department including staff payroll, annual reviews, program budgets, and pool/ program schedules
  • Ensure the highest standards for aquatic safety including Department of Public Health standards are constantly maintained.
  • Make sure clear, concise, and consistent information is communicated to members and staff.
  • Play an active leadership role in the branch's Annual Campaign, assist leadership in the successful completion of the campaign and other related special events and activities
  • Attend Aquatic Task Force meetings and other required meetings within the Branch and Association.
  • Assume responsibility for the physical upkeep of the pool and department.
  • Assist in, any and all, branch programs and activities at the request of supervisor.
  • Waterfront & Public Pool Supervisor Management on hiring and training of all seasonal lifeguards for Camp Foskett and Andrew Petro Pool.
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies
  • Program/Project Management: Ensures program or project goals are met and intended impact occurs.
  • Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Makes informed decisions based on logic, data and sound judgement. 
  • Engaging Community: Build Bridges with others in the community to ensure the Y's work is community-focused and welcoming of all, providing community benefit. 
  • Developing Self & Others: Develops self and supports others (e.g., staff, volunteers, members, program participants), both formall and informally, to achieve their highest potential
  • Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations. 
  • Functional Expertise: Executes superior technical skills for the role. 
Required Certifications
  • Requires completion and maintaining certification as Lifeguard, Swim Instructor, Lifeguard Instruction and Water Safety Instruction preferred before employment offer - but required within 60 days of hire.