Aquatics Director - Flushing

Position: Aquatics Director

Location: 133-01 41st Rd, Flushing, NY 11355

Salary Range: $60,000 - $80,000

Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt

About Us

Founded in 1876, The Boys’ Club of New York (BCNY) is a youth development organization with the mission to empower boys and young men, ages 7 to 21, by providing effective programs and a supportive community. BCNY provides evidence-based programs to address the evolving social, emotional, health, creative, educational, and vocational needs of our members in meaningful, lasting ways. BCNY develops programs to cultivate positive qualities in members and strives to continually deepen and broaden our impact.

Job Summary

The Aquatics Director is responsible for the overall development, initiation, management, and evaluation of Clubhouse aquatics programs for members ages 7-21. Activities should focus on the physical, social, and educational development of BCNY members with an emphasis on inter-departmental activities, community outreach and staff development. He/she will collect and analyze data to identify needs prior to planning, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating programs designed to encourage safe swimming and healthy lifestyles.

Responsibilities

• Create, administer, and supervise an age-appropriate aquatics program for members including all elements of instructional swim, specialized swim activities as necessary and swim team preparation, training, and competition to ensure they meet stated objectives and member needs and interests

• Coordinate, facilitate, and teach rostered aquatics programs (Learn-To-Swim, Lifeguard Training, Swim Team Practice, etc.) and monitor attendance in adherence to Clubhouse policies and other scheduled programs

• Establish and maintain standards of behavior to create safe, orderly, and effective environments for learning

• Coach the Clubhouse swim team, including scheduling and running practices, organizing attendance and participation at local and regional swim meets

• Facilitate CPR and First Aid Certification trainings for Boys’ Club staff as needed, including AED and Emergency Drill courses

• Evaluate members' skills and review performance records to determine their fitness and potential in a particular area of aquatics; adjust coaching techniques, based on the strengths and weaknesses of swimmers

• Ensure the required safety and sanitary conditions of the swimming pool are met during program hours and record and maintain information as required by the City of New York’s Department of Health relative to the operation of swimming pools

• Select, train, and manage all part-time staff and volunteers working with boys, including evaluating and assessing their needs for ongoing professional development; managing staff schedules and ensuring adequate coverage of the swimming pool and locker room areas

• Ensure staff members and department operations remain in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations as well as BCNY policies and procedures

• Manage expenses, ensuring quality program implementation within budgetary limits

• Recommend, order, authorize, and assume responsibility for the purchase of materials, supplies, and equipment designed to meet member needs

• Compile regular reports reflecting all activities, attendance and participation

• Manage activities across the department, including parent communication, supplies procurement, student data collection, and events

• Maintain all necessary certifications on an on-going basis prior to expiration (CPR, AED, Lifeguard, WSI, Pool Operator, etc.)

• Keep abreast of changing rules, techniques, technologies, and philosophies relevant to aquatics

• Lead professional development, staff meetings, and trainings for part-time staff as needed

• Create a positive work atmosphere that fosters teamwork and a constructive exchange of ideas

• Ensure that all staff members adhere to behavior, discipline, and safety policies

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation/Physical Education or related field desirable

• Minimum 3 years related work experience, preferably working with youth

• Previous experience supervising staff

• Excellent communication, critical thinking, and decision-making skills

• Commitment to a collaborative team-oriented management approach

• Demonstrated experience with activity planning, facilitation, and working with a like population

• Understanding of strengths-based approaches to youth development

• Demonstrated leadership skills

• First Aid and CPR certification desirable

What We Offer
• Paid time off
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• 403(b) Retirement benefits
• Flexible spending account
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) and much more

Resume and cover letter required.

The Boys’ Club of New York is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law. If you have a disability or other protected need requiring an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.