Overview

Job Skills / Requirements

• Drive Growth: Lead the Aquatics Department with visionary strategies, curating a comprehensive portfolio of programs, including private, semi-private, and group swim lessons for all ages, developmental and competitive swim teams and aquatics safety programs.
• Hands-On Engagement: Deliver top-tier service through direct program instruction and coaching. Step into lifeguard duties as needed, demonstrating an all-encompassing leadership approach.
• Talent Management: Recruit, train, and mentor a high-performing aquatics team. Lead continuous professional development initiatives, including staff in-services and training sessions.
• Financial Oversight: Oversee the budget for the aquatics department, optimizing resources and driving profitability while maintaining service excellence.
• Industry Expertise: Stay at the forefront of aquatics trends, ensuring the JCC remains a leader in aquatic innovation by benchmarking against outside programs and industry standards.
• Community Building: Develop strong relationships with members, foster direct communication and maximize participation in aquatics programs.
• Operational Excellence: Manage the seamless operation and maintenance of all pools.

• Collaborative Support: Partner with the Early Learning Center and the Youth, Camp and Families department to deliver high-impact programming, including group swim lessons and recreational swim activities.
• Revenue Generation: Cultivate relationships with external organizations to generate rental income from the aquatics facility, creating a sustainable revenue stream.

Education Requirements (Any)

Bachelor's Degree

Certification Requirements (Any)

Lifeguard Certification
CPR, AED, First Aid

Additional Information / Benefits

• Brand Amplification: Work with marketing to develop and execute marketing strategies that promote aquatics programs to both members and the public through all JCC communication channels. Provide regular, engaging updates to the JCC website, social media platforms, and E-blasts, ensuring programs and schedules are widely publicized and accessible.
• Team Communication: Maintain consistent communication with aquatics staff, keeping them informed about programs and utilizing them as direct member engagement tools.

• Brand Champion: Act as a key ambassador for the JCC and the aquatics department, representing both with enthusiasm and professionalism.
• Positive Leadership: Cultivate a culture of positivity, warmth, and exceptional service, enhancing the overall member experience.
• Collaborative Leadership: Participate in department head and supervisor meetings, contributing to the overall strategic direction of the JCC.

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Administration, Kinesiology, Physical Education, or a related field.

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Long Term Disability, 401K/403b Plan