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AQUATICS DIRECTOR

YMCA: YMCA of Greater Charlotte

Location: Charlotte, NC

Job Description:

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Four year college degree and/or equivalent work experience
• Excellent interpersonal / relationship skills
• Minimum of three to five years supervisory experience to recruit, orient, supervise, train, evaluate and recognize (ROSTER) employees and volunteers

Must have or obtain within 6 months of hire, the following certifications:

• YMCA Lifeguard Instructor, YMCA Pool Operator or NC State Certified Pool Operator
• Must have current CPR-PR or BLS, First Aid, AED, Blood Bourne Pathogen, YMCA Lifeguard
• Highly developed organizational skills and ability to motivate and develop staff
• Strong knowledge of waterfront activities to include: waterfront lifeguarding; instruction in sailing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and canoeing
• Proven ability to take initiative, demonstrate good judgment and make decisions independently utilizing established branch and association policies
• Demonstrated ability to develop short & long term plans with a high degree of quality, effectiveness and professionalism
• Ability to prepare, monitor and control budgets.
• Excellent written / verbal communication and presentation skills
• Previous experience with personal computer applications (ie: Word Perfect, Excel)
• Experience in leading or coaching a large competitive swim program
• Able to provide additional leadership to summer camp, management of seasonal camp staff

Physical Requirements:

Incumbent should be able to:

• Walk, Talk, See, Hear, Crouch, Bend, Stoop, Sit, Lift (50lbs), Carry (50lbs), Push (50lbs), Pull (50lbs), Swim

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the direction of the Y Community Aquatics Director and consistent with the Christian mission of the YMCA, the Aquatics Director position responsibilities include:

• Providing leadership, management and direction to the Aquatics Department and all related activity.
• Actively supporting and participating in the YMCA and Special Events
• Responsible for the development and management of the Aquatics department for the branch
• Manage and develop staff and volunteers for Aquatic area, with focus on building "team" within the department, the Branch, the Association and with volunteers
• Adhere to YMCA policies and procedures while accomplishing your day to day duties
• Responsible for all staff certifications in required areas and provide ongoing training throughout the year in Risk Management in the area of Aquatics
• Oversee overall program implementation and development for the Aquatics department
• Maintain adequate records to evaluate control and measure the effectiveness of the assigned areas of responsibility
• Manage total maintenance operations of the pool in compliance with YMCA regulations, and state and local health department regulations
• Supervise and schedule the effective use of the branch pool and waterfront
• Represent the YMCA and maintain appropriate relationships with area organizations and other YMCA staff
• Provide quality swim lessons that reflect excellent membership experience
• Work with Y Community Marketing Director to coordinate and develop brochures and other marketing efforts for the assigned areas of responsibility
• Serve as contact for the Association's Aquatics Program Management Team and attend any required/scheduled meetings or in-service trainings
• Carry out special projects as assigned

This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions,it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks/responsibilities that may be assigned.

EFFECT ON END RESULTS:

• The Incumbent's performance should have a positive impact on the growth and development of the YMCA aquatics program and member involvement initiative as evidenced by increased volunteerism
• Performance should also result in successful fundraising campaigns and special events; financial stability, balanced budget and growth of the department; membership growth and increased retention; staff growth and development; and a beneficial influence on the Branch as well as the YMCA of Greater Charlotte Association
• We understand and mutually accept that this position description and supplement represent our agreements as to the job to be performed

EOE Statement

The YMCA of Greater Charlotte is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected group status under federal, state or local law. The YMCA promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons and veterans.

Salary: $31,385 - $36,500

HOW TO APPLY

Apply By Email: careers@ymcacharlotte.org

Resumes until: 4/8/2013

Contact: Jawane McKay

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