Aquatics Operations Director - YMCA Of Southern Arizona

Are you looking for a company that inspires you to do great things? We are looking for leaders that want the opportunity to improve their community, teach others healthy habits, and impact the lives of hundreds of youths. At the YMCA we are on a relentless quest to make our communities stronger through people like you working at one of our Ott Family YMCA

RESPONSIBILITIES OF AN AQUATICS OPERATIONS DIRECTOR:

• Develops, implements systems and measurements for preventative maintenance and safety procedures to ensure operational efficiency. Prepares and presents data-driven proposals as needed
• Works with leadership to train staff and implement preventative maintenance plans and procedures that will ensure safety for all
• Responsible for the overall aquatic day-to-day operations at the home branch of Ott Family YMCA and Lighthouse/City YMCA
• Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner
• Maintains a strong understanding of current industry standards within aquatics
• Recruits, hires, trains, and evaluates staff that is consistent with industry best practices. Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals
• Works with leadership to develop department and staff schedules based on programming, facility, association, and community needs
• Coordinates, implements, and provides oversight to programs that meet the needs of the community in accordance with the organization’s strategic direction and goals
• Develops, manages and controls the budget to ensure fiscal responsibility within the department
• Ensures all aquatics staff is ready to respond in the event of an emergency by coordinating, planning, and implementing monthly training and drills
• Ensures all aquatics staff has appropriate and current certifications on file
• Ensures processes and policies are in place to ensure compliance with all state, local and YMCA health and safety regulations. This includes (but is not limited to) maintaining in-service training records, safety drills, attendance records and chemical logs

• This is not an exhaustive list of job duties. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned.

REQUIREMENTS TO BE AN AQUATICS OPERATIONS DIRECTOR:

• Minimum of 21 years of age
• Minimum of High School Diploma or GED, Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Intermediate or advanced knowledge of technology
• Minimum of two years leadership experience in related field(s)
• Three to five years of customer service experience preferred
• Required Certifications: Certified Pool Operation, Basic Life Support or Professional Rescuer CPR/AED, First Aid, Emergency Oxygen Administration, YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor And YMCA Lifeguard or equivalent
• Preferred Certifications: YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Trainer and YMCA Lifeguard Instructor Trainer
• Completion of YMCA’s online training within seven (7) days of hire
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, afternoons, evening and weekends

FULL TIME BENEFITS:

• Free YMCA membership for employee, one additional adult and all the employee's dependents under age 22, living in the household
• 10% Employer funded retirement plan (once eligible)
• Medical Insurance and 100% Employer funded dental and vision insurance (employee only - dependents can be added at employee's expense)
• 100% Employer funded long-term disability and life insurance after 90 days of employment
• One (1) sick day accrued per months up to 60 days (will roll over)
• Seven (7) paid holidays and three (3) paid personal days per year
• Vacation time accrued after 90 days of employment - accrual amount based on years of service

OUR YMCA CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.