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AQUATICS DIRECTORS - CONEY ISLAND AND ROCKAWAYS YMCAS

YMCA: YMCA of Greater New York

Location: New York, NY

Job Description:

The YMCA of Greater New York reaches half a million New Yorkers through programs that focus on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. We are seeking experienced professionals to provide leadership to our Aquatics Department at two new branches, the Rockaways YMCA, in Arverne Queens, and the Coney Island YMCA in Brooklyn. Major responsibilities for each position include safe pool operations, program development, staff schedules, time card approvals, budget management and ensuring the cleanliness of the pool area. In addition, the Directors will contribute to the success of the YMCA's "Total Health Initiative" and member retention by ensuring quality member service and satisfaction. Details of these exciting employment opportunities are noted below.

Job Responsibilities:

Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate all aquatic staff.
Plan, schedule, supervise and evaluate the recreational and instructional aquatics program for youth and adults.
Develop, track, and control the department budget in accordance with Branch and Association Guidelines.
Address scheduling, maintenance, and repair of Aquatics Department facilities/equipment in partnership with the Buildings Department.
Review staff and member evaluations/feedback regularly.
Adhere to Association Aquatic Safety Standards and Guidelines.
Actively participate in annual Strong Kids fundraising campaign and special events.
Perform related duties as assigned:
Serve on Branch Strategic Planning and Operations Management Leadership Team.
Serve as Branch liaison to the Association's Aquatics Cabinet.
Attend trainings & conferences in the Aquatic field.

Job Qualifications:

BA/BS in Physical Education, Exercise Science or related area is desired.
Minimum of 2 years experience supervising lifeguards and managing a pool facility.
YMCA or Red Cross Lifeguard certification and WSI (Water Safety Instructor) certification.
YMCA Swim Lesson or other certification.
Current CPR/AED, Oxygen Administration and First Aid certifications.
Knowledge of safe practices and procedures as they pertain to pool operations, supervisory concepts and techniques; customer service practices and principles.
Proficient in MS Word; AS400 database is a plus.
Excellent communications skills.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER ♦ DRUGFREE WORKPLACE

Salary: $ - $

HOW TO APPLY

The YMCA of Greater New York offers an exciting and innovative work environment with a culture committed to serving all members of the community. If you would like to join our leadership team, please send your resume and include the desired work location plus your salary requirement. Please type "Aquatics Directors" in the with subject line to jobshr@ymcanyc.org or to: YMCA of Greater New York; Human Resources Department; 6th Floor - Box ADCIR/YNAT; 5 West 63rd Street; New York, NY 10023

Apply By Email: jobshr@ymcanyc.org

Resumes until: 5/31/2013

Contact: Melissa Kindle
5 W 63rd St, 6th Fl
New York, NY 10023-

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