Aquatic Director
The National Council of Young Men’s Christian Associations of the United States of America, Youngstown, OH, United States
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Serves as a member of the Central YMCA Leadership Team and in coordination with the Senior Aquatic Director, directs and supervises staff, program activities and facilities to meet the needs of YMCA members and the community and fulfill YMCA objectives. Develops, organizes and implements high quality YMCA aquatic programs including swim lessons, water fitness, swim team, rentals, and special events as well as oversee all aquatic staff.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in related field
- Two years related experience preferred.
- Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
- Listens and expresses effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y’s cause.
- Excellent interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient computer skills and ability to adapt to new software programs.
- Typical requirements within 30 days of hire include completion of: New Staff Orientation, Child Abuse Prevention for Supervisory Staff, Bloodborne Pathogens, Anti-Harassment for Supervisors, CPR‑Pro/BLS, First Aid, Oxygen Administration, and YMCA Leader certification.
- Completion of YMCA program‑specific certifications and maintenance of outside certification(s), including Lifeguard, Swim Instructor, Water Fitness Instructor, Lifeguard Instructor, Swim Lesson Instructor Trainer at first available offering.
- Completion of YMCA of Youngstown Leadership Development Program required within first year
- Completion of YMCA Team Leader certification required within two years