Manager of Aquatics, Centre Branch YMCA

Nature and Scope:  The Manager of Aquatics will be an integral part of the Sr. Management Team of Centre Branch YMCA and responsible for ensuring service excellence in the Aquatic Program. The manager will oversee the supervision and safe operation of these programs; ensuring the YMCA of Western Ontario regulations, National YMCA standards, Provincial Standards (Ontario Pool Health Regulations) and SAM expectations are met.

            Responsibilities: 

• Recruitment, selection, training, scheduling and performance management of staff and volunteers in aquatic areas
• Provide direct leadership in the delivery of programs
• Establish and implement staff/volunteer development and recognition plans and programs
• Administrative duties including payroll, scheduling, monitoring wait lists, statistical reporting and analysis
• Research current trends and develop new and innovative programming based on trends
• Development and ongoing monitoring of budget
• Assist with marketing and promotional efforts as related to programs
• Work directly with various user groups
• Respond to and proactively deal with members and potential issues of concern
• Support all other service areas while implementing Priority SAM
• Maintain relevant certifications

            Qualifications/Skills/Experience:

• Hold Current Certifications in National Lifeguard Service, YMCA Swim Instructors, or Red Cross Swim Instructors or Lifesaving Swim Instructors, Aqua-Fit (asset), Standard First Aid with CPR-C
• Experience teaching Aqua-Fit programming or willingness to train
• Satisfactory Criminal Background and Vulnerable Sector Search

           Other Relevant Skills Required:

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Competent Computer user

             Competencies:

• Leadership
• Integrity
• Initiative
• Interpersonal Skills
• Forward Thinking
• Coaching and Development

            Other Position Details:

    Start Date:                     August 2017

   Shift Requirements:      Must have open availability and willing to work early mornings, evenings & weekends

   Hours of work:               Full Time

   Benefits                         Full time benefits as per our HR policy handbook (medical, dental, eye care,                                                                          physiotherapy coverage, matched retirement investment options)

Please send cover letter and resume by July 30 2017 to: Michael Lampman, General Manager YMCA of Western Ontario, Centre Branch at mlampman@ymcawo.ca

The YMCA of Western Ontario is committed to providing a barrier-free environment for all stakeholders including our members/participants, employees, job applicants, suppliers, and any visitors who may enter our premises, access our information, or use our services. As an organization, we respect and uphold the requirements set forth under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005), and its associated standards and regulations.

                  We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.