Aquatics Director (Whitaker)

The Aquatics Director is responsible for a broad base of aquatic programs for members and program participants of the YMCA.  Plans, organizes, directs programs, ensures safety and relates to staff and members in a wide variety of programs, including swim lessons, water fitness, swim team, & community partnerships.  This position may or may not require oversite at other locations. The ideal candidate should be able to work evenings and weekends.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provide leadership to establish strong aquatic programs at the Whitaker Family YMCA and High Street YMCAs.
• Must be engaging and able to build relationships with and among members to enhance their experience.
• Executes the policies and goals of the Association and of the individual Branches.
• Is present during peak days/hours for aquatics programs.
• Employs staff within the operational needs and budget, providing for the overall training and development of a highly competent and motivated staff teams.
• Supervises and evaluates staff in the implementation of programs, activities, and schedules to accomplish annual objectives and meet community needs.
• In conjunction with the Branch Associate Director, Youth and Family Engagement Director, and the Aquatics Operations Supervisor plans, prepares and manages the annual Branch aquatic budget to provide a balanced or surplus operation.
• Participates in the Branches’ Annual Giving Campaign.
• Helps prepare necessary public relations flyers, brochures, newsletters in conjunction with the Association Marketing Department.
• Creates new aquatics programs to meet expanding needs of the community
• Participates on the Association Aquatic Cabinet and Branch Program Committee as needed.
• Provides “hands-on” leadership to aquatic, community-based program activities for successful Branch operation.
• Responsible for maintenance and upkeep of program equipment in conjunction with the Maintenance Directors.
• Represents branches at appropriate Association meetings and local, regional and national events.
• Maintains community contacts and visibility to ensure the branch maintains a high degree of acceptance and credibility within the service area.
• Models the values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility and provides/maintains an environment in which these values are evident to staff, members and program participants through all levels of the association.
• Assists with Association special events as directed.
• Serves as an effective member of the YMCA of Central Kentucky staff team, providing assistance in YMCA activities as directed.
• Participates in community activities that promote the YMCA and ensure that positive relationships are maintained with agencies where YMCA programs are held.
• Supervises the writing, collection and storage of documents and reports essential for control, evaluation and reporting.

GOALS AND RESULTS:

• Development of a well-trained, highly competent and informed staff team, in a climate where creative, quality programs thrive
• Development of a wide variety of program services that will meet the needs of the community
• Sound fiscal position and financial growth (earned and unearned revenue)
• A well-served community that understands and values the mission and purpose of the YMCA
• Maintenance of facilities that promotes safe participation and promotes a wholesome environment
• Competence and good judgement is demonstrated in all matters within the scope of the responsibilities assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

This position requires a college degree in a related field or three years’ experience, as well as aquatic trainer level certifications, including, but not limited to lifeguard certification.  This position also requires strong organizational and leadership skills that lead to the successful accomplishment of the essential duties and responsibilities listed below.  Experience is required in staff supervision, fiscal management & program development.  Some experience in financial development, community relations, team building is preferred. A person filling this position must demonstrate strong initiative, creativity, flexibility, and be able to operate and promote an environment that supports the YMCA’s mission and its four core values.

SPECIAL SKILLS OR REQUIREMENTS:

Must maintain First Aid, CPR and Lifeguard Certifications in addition to any trainer level requirements.

Language Skills:

Read, analyze, and interpret complex documents

Respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries and complaints

Ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or styles

Must be able to make effective presentations to top management, public groups, and board of directors

Must be able to persuade and motivate others into action

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to add, subtracts, multiply and divides in all units of measure.

Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages and be able to interpret data for effective decision-making

Reasoning Skills:

Must be able to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions

Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions and data and draw well-thought conclusions for effective decision-making and planning

Office and Computer Skills:

Must be able to operate standard office and computer equipment

Must have experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Must be versed in budgeting and financial software.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Employee is regularly required to use hands to fingers, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel or crouch.  The employee is required to sit, and occasionally taste and smell.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Characteristics of the work environment are representative of those that may be encountered by an employee while performing the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive, but to give a basic structure of the duties; employee may be requested to perform other reasonable related duties as assigned by CEO or Board of Directors.