Pool Manager - Association Wide

Applicants who apply and complete New Staff Orientation, will receive a $100 hiring incentive.

The YMCA of the Pikes Peak region is looking to recruit a Pool Manager to oversee the staff and ensure the safety of visitors to our aquatic facilities. The Pool Manager will ensure quality performance of all aquatic safety assistants and all lifeguards.

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Under the direction of the Aquatic Director, this position is responsible for the welfare of all members utilizing the pools and adjacent areas. The Pool Manager ensures an atmosphere of discipline, friendliness, and safety within the framework of YMCA of the Pikes Peak Regions Aquatics programs. They must present themselves in an exemplary manner and have a positive, enthusiastic attitude about the YMCA. The Pool Manager will directly oversee Lifeguards, Shift Supervisors, Swim Instructors, and Check-In staff to ensure the daily operations of the pool facilities run smoothly and efficiently. The Pool Manager is the front-line aquatics leadership who ensures we provide safe, clean, family friendly aquatic facilities for YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region members, their guests, and visitors to swim, play, and have fun.

POOL MANAGER REQUIREMENTS:

• 21 years of age and have a high school diploma or equivalent (20 years of age if the position is at a full facility YMCA-DTC, SEC, Tri-Lakes, BFC, The Farm, Cordera, Banning Lewis Ranch House)
• 2 years’ experience as a lifeguard and 1 year of supervisory and/or leadership opportunities.
• Current YMCA lifeguard and swim instructor certification
• YMCA Lifeguard instructor - or must be obtained within 9 months of hire.
• YMCA of the USA Lifeguard supervisor course
• Certified Pool Operator Certified preferred
• Must demonstrate qualities of a leader and be able to complete tasks with minimal supervision
• Must be observant, safety conscious and able to react calmly and quickly to an emergency

POOL MANAGER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan and facilitate staff meetings and in-service trainings
• Ensure quality performance of all aquatic safety assistants and all lifeguards.
• Responsible for scheduling of all pool staff.
• Assist aquatic director, if needed, with scheduling or other duties, assuring lifeguard shifts complement the swim lessons and special events calendar
• Evaluate and document aquatics staff performance and provide feedback to staff in which they supervise.
• Conduct aquatics orientation with all new employees.
• Responsible for daily pump room / pool chemical inspections - reporting any issues or abnormalities to Aquatics Director
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills, organizational skills, prioritizing abilities, and good communication skills - verbal and written
• Listens and expresses ideas effectively and in a manner that reflects a true understanding of the needs of the audience
• Employs influence strategies that engage, inspire, and build commitment to position and overall YMCA goals
• Integrates logic, intuition, and sound judgment to analyze information to identify greatest opportunities, make sound decisions, and solve problems
• Implement and follow aquatics SOP’s and safety plan - provide any feedback to aquatics director and be the leader in implementing changes.
• Conduct any required and necessary disciplinary actions for staff
• Exhibit a professional attitude at all times, which includes wearing appropriate staff uniforms
• Attend all staff meetings for department and center.

PART-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:

• Free Family Membership
• Program discounts:
  • 50% off – Personal Training, Private Swim Lessons, Resident Camp
  • 100% off – Before & After School Care; Day Camp; Swim Lessons; Sports, Enrichment and Ignite/Small Group training
• Generous retirement benefits - 12% after eligibility is met
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Sick Time

Child Abuse Prevention:

Support the YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region’s commitment to child abuse prevention by:

• Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
• Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
• Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
• Completing all child abuse prevention training as required

The YMCA has zero tolerance for abuse. We will report all suspected and/or allegations of abuse to the state and federal law.

Our Culture:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

The YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

The YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region is a Drug and Alcohol Free work environment

Reasonable accommodations may be made to empower a qualified candidate with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.