Aquatics Director - Full-time / Part-time

Immediate Opening! Status: Full Time, Exempt, At-Will, Benefitted Position Summary Under the direct supervision of the General Manager and as a member of the Health, Fitness and Aquatics Team, the Aquatics Director at the Addison-Penzak Jewish Community Center (APJCC) is responsible for successfully implementing member engagement initiatives that align with the core values of the organization in Aquatics. This position serves as a vital role in engaging and retaining members and facilitating a safe and welcoming environment that inspires members to achieve their aquatic fitness goals. The Aquatics Director is responsible for the administration, finance, program development and safety standards of the APJCC Aquatics programs. This position will have a direct budget oversight of approximately $300k, and a shared fiscal responsibility in the overall success of the Health & Fitness Leadership Team. Key Core Competencies Member Engagement A? Strong commitment to creating a warm and welcoming environment to all members and guests A? Ability to foster strong relationships amongst both members and staff in a professional manner A? Act as a catalyst for members to be engaged at the APJCC in areas outside of Aquatics A? Experience working with a diverse range of people at various levels of aquatic fitness Program Development and Management

• Ability to deliver cutting edge Aquatic program for both youth and Adults Camps

• Understanding of the fundamental skills of swimming and aquatic training with applications to develop a swim lesson program for beginner to advanced participants
• Knowledge of current industry standards and trends in aquatic fitness programming
• Strong personal skills in organization and project management

A? Administrative skills that include email and high written and oral communication abilities Supervision and Leadership

• Ability to work independently
• Strong supervision and leadership skills
• Provide ongoing leadership and supervision to a large, diverse staff team in the following:

• Recruiting
• Hiring
• Onboarding
• Evaluating
• Mentoring

• Ability to hold staff accountable when necessary

A? Lead by example Operational Effectiveness

• Ability to plan, implement and maintain a program budget

• Maintain payroll within budgetary guidelines

• Ability to develop and implement a swim lesson program that aligns with budget targets
• Ability to track and analyze data
• Knowledge of aquatic certification standards and best practices
• Manage the daily operations of the aquatics facility
• Knowledge of optimal swimming pool water chemistry, temperature, and cleanliness standards
• Maintain a minimum of 5 hours per week of in ratio programming

Risk Management

• Ability to respond appropriately in an emergency situation
• Ability to recognize and demonstrate safe use of aquatic mechanical

A? Enforce compliance with all safety regulations among staff and members, working to eliminate potential hazards. A? Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.

• Plan and implement aquatic emergency drills

Education/Special Licenses

• American Red Cross Lifeguard

A? American Red Cross CPR for Professional Rescuer/AED/Oxygen Administration

• ARC Lifeguard Instructor
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
• Water Safety Instructor Certification (WSI) a plus
• Water Fitness Certification a plus

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience and minimum 3 years of instructing group fitness classes

Working Conditions

• Fitness Center/Community Center environment
• Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures
• Ability to lift a minimum of 45 pounds
• Must be able to work non-traditional business hours - nights/weekends/events, etc.

This position is contingent upon completion and clearance of a background fingerprint assessment.