Aquatics Director

About This Role: If you're passionate about water safety, love developing a team, and want to lead a program that directly impacts your community, this is your role. The YMCA of Greater Birmingham is looking for an Aquatics Director to run a best-in-class aquatics program at the branch level, setting the standard for safety, cleanliness, and programming in the Birmingham Metro Area.

Primary Summary: 

The YMCA focus is to strengthen communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Under the direction of the Executive Director, this position will provide leadership to pool staff and aquatic programs located in the YMCA Branch. This person will assist the Aquatics Department in being the safest, cleanest and best programmed pool in the Birmingham Metro Area. 

Minimum Requirements: 

• BA/BS in relevant field or equivalent experience/knowledge in Aquatic Management or other closely related field preferred.
• 1-3 years relevant experience preferred
• Supervisory and staff development experience preferred.
• Knowledge of budgets
• Must be customer service focused with strong communication skills both orally and written with solid computer skills.
• Proven experience in building strong community relationships
• Base Lifeguard Certification
• Must obtain LGI and CPO certifications within 6 months of hire
• Ability to represent the YMCA in a mature and professional manner building strong relationships with leaders in the wide variety of organization in the community
• Must be well organized and able to handle shifting priorities.
• Successful completion of background screening.
• Must be willing to travel within service area when needed 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

• Ability to plan, lead and participate in a range of activities in a variety of outdoor/indoor pool settings.
• Must have the physical, visual and auditory ability to perform the essential functions of the job. 

• Implement, monitor and evaluate all aspects of the Aquatic programs in accordance with the YMCA of Greater Birmingham policies and procedures.
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community organizations
• Adheres to program standards including assisting in maintenance, safety and cleanliness standards to include compliance.
• Manage and develop Lifeguard, Swim Instructor, or other Part Time staff based Aquatic Team for specific branch
• Implement designated pool schedules
• Supervise and Implement Aquatic plans.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director to manage the branch Aquatics budget. Control payroll and department purchasing costs within the budget and financial guidelines.
• Manage aquatics program/staff schedules to fully staff pool/programs and keep expenses low and meet budget goals.
• Interview prospective aquatic employees.
• Complete new hire packets/information for aquatics staff
• Maintain pool daily operations pertaining to cleanliness, safety and programs
• Branch requirements- not limited to POD, newsletters, Impact Reports
• Teach CPR classes as necessary
• Teach Lifeguard classes and YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor trainings, as necessary
• Completing Bi-Monthly payroll 

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package:Medical, dental, and vision coverage (with significant employer contribution)
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Generous retirement plan with 12% employer contribution once eligible
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• YMCA perks:Free YMCA membership for you and your household
• Significant discounts on YMCA programs (including childcare, after-school programs, and summer camps)
• Work environment: Flexible schedule and supportive team culture
• Growth: Real opportunities to learn and expand your skills
• Mission: Work that makes a difference in your community every single day