Aquatics Director

Lead aquatics at the Daily YMCA. Oversee safety, staff, and programs that serve the Bixby community. Apply today to make a lasting impact.

Job Description

Under the leadership of the Executive Director this position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Aquatics Director will oversee all aspects of aquatic programming including training, supervision of lifeguards, coordination of swim lessons and all aspects of Aquatic programming for the branch.

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience
• Minimum 2 years’ experience working in Aquatics Programming
• Current CPR/AED/First Aid/Lifeguard Certification
• Minimum 2-year Staff or Volunteer supervision experience
• Knowledge of aquatics programming and safety issues
• Demonstrated leadership, dependability & flexibility in work hours

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS)
• Knowledge of budgeting & expense control.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Bilingual - English/Spanish
• Experience teaching swim lessons

Essential Functions

• Directs and supervises program activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives.
• Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs personnel and volunteers as needed.
• Reviews and evaluates staff performance.
• Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
• Conducts training as needed and ensures staff records are current and complete.
• Monitors and maintains records of daily pool operations to adhere to all state, local and YMCA health and safety regulations and ensures proper maintenance of pool.
• Develops and manages program budget to meet fiscal objectives.
• Assists in YMCA fundraising activities and special events.
• Adhere to all organizational policies and procedures regarding the prevention of abuse.
• Report any suspected abuse, neglect, or misconduct immediately to the appropriate supervisory staff.
• Attend mandatory training on abuse prevention, including recognizing signs of abuse, and reporting requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

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