The YMCA of Central Florida is an innovative top 10 Association in the country. We impact the lives of individuals and families in over 100 neighborhoods in Central Florida, operating 27 YMCA Family Center locations in six counties.  Our Association is on the cutting edge of aquatic programming; in partnership with our Vice President of Aquatics and 3 Time Olympic Gold Medalist, Mr. Rowdy Gaines. 

The Winter Park YMCA Family Center is seeking a team leader with a strong background in managing successful aquatics programming as the Aquatics Director to join our leadership team.  Candidates must have proven leadership experience and the ability to create an environment delivering world class customer service to grow membership and aquatics programs. Under the direction of the Associate Executive Director, the incumbent will oversee day-to-day operations of aquatic programs, manage staff, and grow program participation. S/he will implement innovative aquatic programs to promote the retention of existing members, and engagement of new members. The incumbent will provide leadership and collaborate with other directors and staff to support aquatic initiatives and achieve retention goals. This individual will have responsibilities for staff recruitment, selection, development and retention; including career succession planning for their staff team. Analytical skills will be needed for utilizing available technology, reporting tools, and processes to recognize growth and retention opportunities within the Aquatics Department. This individual will ensure staff are current with required certifications, and the implementation of aquatic schedules and procedures that provide maximum awareness and opportunities for members / staff connections. S/he will routinely evaluate programs, and collaborate with the Facility Director to establish systems for pool inspections, equipment maintenance service quality, and institute corrective action when necessary. Take the next step with your aquatics leadership career with the YMCA of Central Florida!

Education, Training, and Experience

1. Bachelor degree or equivalent required; sports management, recreation management or related field of study preferred. 
2. Minimum 5 years experience in staff supervision and leadership required.
3. Minimum 5 years experience in managing, developing and implementing aquatics programs.
4. YMCA aquatics operations experience or similar, highly preferred.
5. Microsoft Office proficiency required;.
6. CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED and First Aid certifications required.
7. Oxygen Administration certification required.
8. Lifeguard certification required. (YMCA Lifeguard certification preferred; Red Cross Lifeguard certification is acceptable, but s/he must receive YMCA certification within 60 days).
9. YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor certification required within 60 days of hire.
10. YMCA Lifeguard Instructor, YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Trainer and YMCA Aquatic Management certifications a plus.

Company Benefits

Along with a highly competitive pay structure, the YMCA of Central Florida provides exceptional benefits which include the following:

1. Quality healthcare (medical, dental, vision options)
2. Long Term Disability and Life Insurance provided at no cost to the employee.
3. 12% Employer funded retirement plan after two years of service with immediate vesting and the ability to add additional earnings from first day of employment
4. YMCA membership for employee, and household.
5. Generous paid time off package
6. Career growth and enrichment opportunities 
7. A challenging, fun and cause-driven work environment with creative, talented and diverse individuals!

The YMCA of Central Florida is a Drug Free Workplace and is committed to the policy of Equal Opportunity prohibiting discrimination in employment. We will not discriminate and will take to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, pregnancy, martial or parental status, disability, veteran's status, genetic information,  sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, or any other category protected by federal, state or local statute.

The YMCA of Central Florida is committed to teaching life skills, values and an ethic of service to strengthen individuals, families and youth by developing health in spirit, mind and body. Our positions offer competitive compensation and the opportunity to work in a diverse environment with individuals who are passionate about youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.