Job description

We are an all - inclusive organization joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility. As a growing, mission focused, and future-oriented association of YMCAs, the Metro YMCA of the Oranges has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, mission-driven, candidate to join our team.

Under the general direction of the Associate Executive Director, oversee the development and operations of high quality, member- focused YMCA aquatic programs for multiple programs. Guided by the mission of the YMCA, the Sr. Aquatic Director is responsible for all aspects of the aquatics department, including staff supervision, daily schedules, building and maintaining program enrollment, program innovation and promotion, member and community relations, fiscal management, risk management and staff licensing/certification requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Direct and supervise program activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives. Establish new program activities and expand program within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans for assigned location. Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community organizations in respective location assigned.
• Recruit, hire, train, develop, schedule and direct personnel and volunteers as needed. Review and evaluate staff performance. Develop strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals. Ensure records of staff certifications are current and complete.
• Monitor daily pool operations to adhere to all state, local and YMCA health and safety regulations.
• Conduct and ensure proper maintenance of pools. Secure and schedule pool program facilities. Maintain accurate records of pool chemical levels and facility maintenance.
• Conduct lifeguarding, swim instruction, First Aid and CPR training.
• Create and schedule swim classes, water fitness classes, and swim team practices and meets.
• Assist in the marketing and distribution of program information.
• Develop and monitor program budget to meet fiscal objectives.
• Assist in YMCA fund raising activities and special events.
• Model relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions. Respond to all member and community inquiries and complaints in timely manner.
• Compile program statistics. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of and participation in program.
• Participates in workshops, trainings and seminars that will enhance professional growth, including quality teams as required.
• Cooperates with other staff members in planning and conducting special events and projects.
• Maintains appropriate appearance, courteous demeanor, and positive attitude when dealing with children, staff and parents.
• Demonstrates and models the YMCA’s four core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.
• Perform all other job-related duties as may be periodically assigned.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Team Leader):
Mission Advancement: Models and teaches the Ys values. Ensures a high level of service with a commitment to changing lives. Provides volunteers with orientation, training, development, and recognition. Cultivates relationships to support fund-raising.

Collaboration: Champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives. Builds relationships to create small communities. Empathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and dealing with conflict. Effectively tailors communications to the appropriate audience. Provides staff with feedback, coaching, guidance and support.

Operational Effectiveness: Provides others with frameworks for making decisions. Conducts prototypes to support the launching of programs and activities. Develops plans and manages best practices through engagement of team. Effectively creates and manages budgets. Holds staff accountable for high-quality results using a formal process to measure progress.

Personal Growth: Shares new insights. Facilitates change; models adaptability and an awareness of the impact of change. Utilizes non-threatening methods to address sensitive issues and inappropriate behavior or performance. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent.
• Minimum of two years related experience preferred; for example, as an aquatic Director, Supervisor, or Coordinator.
• Proven record of accomplishment of successfully managing multiple projects/locations.
• Strong Oral and Written Communication skills.
• Completion of YMCA program-specific and trainer certifications.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.
• CPO, CPR and First Aid certification will be required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions of position and to supervise program activities.

INTERNAL CANDIDATES: Current active employees of the Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges should apply via the Careers section of the Dayforce Employee Account.

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Remote interview process
• Personal protective equipment provided
• Symptom screening and self-reporting
• Preventative guidelines/workplace safety trainings (social distancing, frequent handwashing, etc.)
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, participation in cleaning procedures
• Please note that given the current situation with COVID-19 pandemic, the YMCA is and will continue to follow recommendations given by the CDC, local, state, and federal authorities.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package. Additional compensation includes 12% retirement upon eligibility, 403b plan, generous PTO plan, professional development opportunities and complimentary use of YMCA facilities.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA/employer M/F/D/V. Employment is subject to extensive background check.

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