Aquatics Director

Dobbs Ferry, NY - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 26 - 28

Posted on: 11 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Benefits:

Paid time off
Training & development

Aquatics Director
About Us:

Here at British Swim School we are more than just a fun surface-level swim lesson provider. We strive to make a substantial impact within our communities to combat the tragically high child drowning statistics. We invest in quality team members to teach our lessons with the mindset that we are two schools in one a survival school first and a learn-to-swim school second. As a result we can support our mission to ensure that every person regardless of age or ability has the opportunity to become a safe and happy swimmer.

A position at British Swim School is more than just a job it is an opportunity to learn grow and make an impact in the lives of your community to ensure survival of the littlest.

Job Summary:

The Aquatics Director is responsible for mentoring coaching and leading a dynamic team focused on the British Swim School aquatics program and its implementation across all schools and team members. Results are achieved through program analysis strategic planning execution and ensuring British Swim School standards are met. Using our fun gentle and progressive approach this position will increase confidence and knowledge to create future leaders swimmers and work towards our mission to decrease drowning.

Role Requirements and Leadership Responsibilities:

Hire train supervise support and develop a dynamic team of Swim Instructors managers and deck ambassadors.

Ensure that all water safety standards and certifications are up to date and maintained.

Conduct ongoing training and performance reviews.

Develop and adhere to the annual budget and strategies for business success.

Ensure classes and training adhere to current company and program standards.

Establishes a professional work environment ensuring that the rules of the facility are always followed. Effectively and positively supports and communicates decisions to the British Swim School management team.

Minimum Qualifications:

Management experience is a MUST (3-5 years of supervisory experience)

Swimming experience

Lifeguard Training and Advanced CPR & First Aid required

Proven ability to be a strong leader and delegate tasks appropriately.

Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner.

Excellent communication customer service and organizational skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Office products.

Proven ability to work with people of all ages and abilities in a high traffic environment.

When supervising the pool this person is acting as the aquatic director/lifeguard. They must be able to give directions to the staff build rapport with parents and caregivers and have good communication with the facility managers at each location.

Have a responsible and professional demeanor.

Ability to lead others and to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.

Ability to communicate effectively-verbally and in written form-with members staff and volunteers.

Maintain all required certifications (active).

Staff Management:

Coordinate with the Operations Manager for the hiring of all swim staff. Assist with all training.

Supervise all team members

Monitor and coordinate subs to ensure shift coverage as needed

Ensure pre/post-shift meetings are conducted

Ensure teachers adhere to British Swim School procedures curriculum and methods as referenced in trainings

Coordinate with the General Manager to organize and schedule new teacher trainings as well as continued in-service training for team

Ongoing availability and communication with all team members

Schedule evaluations for team members

Monitor lessons

Update class schedules as needed

Responsible for conducting and documenting safety drills audits and quarterly in-service training.

Models relationship building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions. Responds to customers and students inquiries and concerns in a timely manner.

Attend staff meetings and training as assigned.

Attend and participate all British Swim School corporate online and in person training and meetings as required

Facility & Safety

Enforce Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) and all pool safety rules.

Ensure clean safe and welcoming pool environments.

Oversee pool chemistry (maintain logs) and equipment checks ensuring documentation is accurate.

Schedule and coordinate facility usage in compliance with safety regulations.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive pay: $26$28/hour (based on experience with bonus opportunities)

Paid training and certifications (including Red Cross Lifeguard Training)

Paid day off for your birthday

Fun supportive team environment

Leadership development opportunities

Meaningful impact on your community and childrens lives

Work Environment

Part-time approximately 30 hours/week (MondaySunday schedule flexibility required)

Combination of poolside supervision staff leadership and administrative tasks

The actual compensation offered will be based on several factors including but not limited to the qualifications of the applicant years of relevant experience level of education attained certifications or other professional licenses held and if applicable the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Compensation: $26.00 - $28.00 per hour

Working at British Swim School is more than just a job; its a chance to create a lasting impact that could change a childs life.

As part of the British Swim School Team you play a role in your local community empowering others and sharing your passion. Its a chance to be part of a fun-loving team of dedicated people who are committed to promoting water safety and a lifelong love of the water.

While we teach swimming to people of all ages and abilities most of our students are preschool and elementary-aged kids. Our instructors should like working with this age group and be good at making parents feel comfortable. Its helpful if you have experience with children or in a child-focused job but its not required if you can show the right attitude. The job comes with specialized training in our advanced and unique British Swim School approach.

We also have exciting opportunities with our Customer Service Team even if youre not in the pool. These are the people committed to providing the best service in the these roles you might talk to parents on the phone or by the pool. Wherever you are the aim is to make everyone feel like part of the British Swim School Family as we focus on ensuring the Survival of the Littlest.

Each franchise location is independently owned and operated by a franchisee (franchise owner). Your application will go directly to the franchisee and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location and not to British Swim School Corporate.

Required Experience:

Director

Benefits:Paid time offTraining & developmentAquatics DirectorAbout Us:Here at British Swim School we are more than just a fun surface-level swim lesson provider. We strive to make a substantial impact within our communities to combat the tragically high child drowning statistics. We invest in qualit...