What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Program Director - Aquatics Dept YMCA at Norton Commons position at YMCA of Greater Louisville?
Overview
STATUS: Full Time, Exempt
As the nation’s leading nonprofit organization committed to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, the Y offers more than just a job. We offer you a career with a future and the chance to make a lasting difference in your community. The Norton Commons Branch of the YMCA of Greater Louisville is seeking a dynamic, highly motivated, Youth Program Director - Aquatics that will be responsible for the overall quality and value of our swim lesson as well as supporting our aquatic operations. The Youth Program Director - Aquatics is responsible for the management of swim instructors, certifications, volunteer/staff development and financial development. This position will assist the operations director with guarding as needed. This position must be available for swim lessons on Tuesday/Thursday evenings until 7:30pm and Saturday mornings until 12:30pm to ensure quality experiences in swim lessons as well participant engagement.
Job Skills / Requirements
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Uphold the mission of the YMCA, and demonstrate behaviors that reflect a determined, nurturing, genuine, hopeful, and welcoming nature
- Develop relationships that have a positive impact in our community
- Ensures excellent member service and meet Association standards
- Actively participate as part of the YMCA at Norton Commons leadership team
- Recruit, hire and retain swim instructors year round
- Train, lead and supervise approximately 20 swim instructors
- Perform the required risk management tasks to include: safety audits and drills, inservices, staff observations, chemical and pump room operations and general pool maintenance
- Manages and monitors department budget with a focus on swim instructor salaries and program growth
- Maintain swim instructor certification records and prepare reports regarding compliance with all state, county and YMCA regulations
- Continue to serve the community with growth of programs
- Provides leadership and support to the annual fundraising campaign, including volunteer recruitment and development
- Participates in Association Aquatics cabinet to ensure consistency and quality in their department
- Rotating Manager on Duty assignments specifically for Aquatics area
KNOW HOW/REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s Degree or commensurate work experience in aquatics and/or recreation preferred
- Current Lifeguarding Certification, which includes First Aid, CPR professional level, and Emergency Oxygen Administration provided by the YMCA of Greater Louisville
- Strong organizational skills and ability to navigate multiple technology platforms
- Strong communication skills with multiple generations
- CPO (Certified Pool Operator) certification, provided by the YMCA of Greater Louisville
- YMCA Lifeguard Training certification, provided by the YMCA of Greater Louisville
- YMCA Swim Instructor Training certification, provided by the YMCA of Greater Louisville
EFFECT ON END RESULT:
Successful performance in this position results in vibrant and safe services utilized to deliver the YMCA mission as well as member service. Participants will encounter staff and programs that will allow the development of human potential and build good health and promote positive self-esteem and safety. Behaviors of staff and volunteers will reflect the characteristics of welcoming, nurturing, genuine, determined, and hopeful.
STATUS: Full Time, Exempt
STARTING SALARY: $43,000 (based on experience) Must be available nights and weekends
Education Requirements (Any)
Bachelor’s Degree or commensurate work experience in aquatics and/or recreation preferred
Certification Requirements (All)
YMCA Swim Instructor Training certification, provided by the YMCA of Greater Louisville
YMCA Lifeguard Training certification, provided by the YMCA of Greater Louisville
CPO (Certified Pool Operator) certification, provided by the YMCA of Greater Louisville
Current Lifeguarding Certification, which includes First Aid/CPR professional level/Emergency Oxygen Administration provided by the YMCA
Additional Information / Benefits
An excellent benefits package is offered including Health, Dental, Vision, 12% Retirement Contribution, Community Wide Family YMCA Membership, and Free or Reduced School Age Child Care. The YMCA of Greater Louisville maintains a strong commitment to training and professional development.
The YMCA of Greater Louisville is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, age, or disability status.
Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401K/403b Plan, Community Wide Family Membership
Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check
The YMCA of Greater Louisville is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, age, or disability status.
Salary : $43,000
