Aquatics Program Director

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The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking an Aquatics Program Director to join our team in beautiful Gig Harbor, WA.
Job Description
As the Aquatics Program Director, you will be responsible for organizing, monitoring, supervising, and maintaining high-quality member-focused aquatics programs. Individuals in this role provide leadership, instruction, and motivation for program participants through innovative program development, evaluations, and ongoing training of staff and volunteers.
Qualifications
18 years of age or older. A minimum of six months of aquatics experience, including 100 hours of lifeguard service, is required. Must possess and maintain YMCA of the USA Lifeguard Supervisor certification or be able to obtain within 30 days from hire. Must possess and maintain YMCA Lifeguard Certification, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, First Aid, and Oxygen Certifications or obtain within 30 days of hire. Bachelor's degree and/or two years related knowledge and experience that includes supervision, fiscal management, program development, staff, and volunteer development. Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act). Positive attitude and previous experience with diverse populations. The demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and possess excellent interpersonal skills. Proven supervisory/management skills. Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required. You are committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment. Essential Functions Design, implement, and evaluate programs, activities, and events. Commitment to maintaining consistency and safety measures performed by lifeguards, maintaining quality swim lessons, water fitness, swim team programs, and adaptive programs. Establish new program activities and expand programs to meet the needs of the community in accordance with YMCA PKC Association's strategic and operating plans. Monitor daily pool operations to adhere to all state, local, and YMCA health and safety regulations. Build quality relationships with members and provide leadership and hands-on instruction in groups and on a one-to-one basis. Create and schedule lifeguards, swim classes, water fitness classes, and swim team practices and meets. In partnership with the Senior Aquatics Director, recruit, hire, train, develop, schedule, and direct staff and volunteers as needed. Develop strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals. Conduct lifeguarding, swim instruction, First Aid, and CPR trainings.
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Location:
Tacoma, WA, United States
Category:
Management Occupations

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