Aquatics Director

As a thought-leader and best-in-class provider in education, wellness, youth development, and community-building, The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is one of the oldest and most essential non-profits serving in Atlanta. Today, we’re looking for you to join us as we carry out our mission to positively impact lives and communities across the state. 

At the Y, we’re an association of like-minded people (staff, volunteers, and members), on the forefront of a movement to ensure that everyone -- especially children -- experience an equal opportunity to reach their full potential. In the course of a year, we provide more than 3,000 children, ages 6 weeks through Pre-K with high-quality literacy and STEAM-infused learning; give 58,000 youth and teens access to sports, aquatics, day and resident camps, teen leadership development programs, and employment opportunities; provide over 200,000 members with programs, services, and facilities to enjoy connection and maintain wellness regardless of age; and engage over 25,000 volunteers and donors from across Atlanta to share in the gift of supporting their communities.

 

NATURE AND SCOPE: 

The Aquatics Director intentionally fosters a cause-centered culture that is welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing and determined while also managing high-quality, member focused Aquatics programs. 

RESPONSIBILITIES (including, but not limited to): 

• Hire, schedule, train, and develop lifeguard staff. 
• Monitor daily pool operations to adhere to all state, local and YMCA health and safety regulations and conducts and ensures proper maintenance of pools.
• Maintain accurate records of pool chemical levels and facility maintenance. 
• Conduct Lifeguard, First Aid, and CPR trainings and monthly in-services with lifeguards.
• Ensure records of staff certifications are current and complete. 
• Model relationship-building skills in all interactions.
• Maintain regular, clear, and concise communication within area of responsibility. 
• Manage online pool schedule/reservation system.  
• Complete staff bi-weekly payroll and manage budget. 
• Train and support lifeguards on Workplace Safety Guidelines. 
• Support changed member traffic flow into the pool. 
• Prepare lifeguards with daily reservation rosters. 
• Serve as a building Director on Duty (DOD). 
• DOD will ensure members and branch staff are following safety protocol, pre-check guidelines, etc. 

REQUIREMENTS:  

• Bachelor’s degree in exercise science, physical education, exercise psychology, behavioral science, or a health-related field and 2+ years in aquatics OR 4+ years in aquatics
• 1+ years of supervisory responsibilities
• YMCA Lifeguard Certification 
• Certified Pool Operator 
• Available for a 6–7-hour shift (shifts can vary from 5 a.m. - 10 p.m. M-F and 5 a.m. - 6 p.m. S-S) serving as a DOD with 2-3 hours each day dedicated to completing departmental administrative duties

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5+ years of aquatics experience
• 2+ years of program or people leadership experience
• ASHI CPR Instructor

• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check including Criminal Record check, Drug Screening, motor vehicle record (MVR) and reference check according to company policy.

• Must be legally eligible to work in the US without current or future sponsorship.

This job posting is subject to change at any time.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta offers excellent benefits and career opportunities as part of our culture of excellence. The opportunities to serve are vast, and we’re looking for like minded people, who share our values of CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY to join us and do their best work.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

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