Director of Competitive Swimming presso YMCA of Central Florida

Description

Do you have a passion for Competitive Swimming? Would you be interested in being part of a Mission Driven organization like the Y? The YMCA of Central Florida is seeking a leader to continue to grow our Competitive Swimming programing across the Association. Is this leader you?   

Position Summary

The Director of Competitive Swimming provides leadership and oversight for the YMCA of Central Florida’s competitive swimming program across the association. This role is responsible for building and standardizing the structure of our swim teams, ensuring program excellence, building credibility and reputability, and driving growth in enrollment and revenue. The Director will mentor, supervise, and support site coaches, ensuring consistency and alignment with YMCA values, standards, and long-term goals. 

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. We are the Y. 

Job Responsibilities

• Develop programming and training to build a high caliber Association swim team with a goal of achieving local, regional, and national recognition levels. 
• Develop, implement, and maintain a standardized swim team structure, best practices and procedures across all locations ensuring compliance with all local and national YMCA policies, USA Swimming regulations, and all safety standards. 
• Recruit, supervise, mentor, and evaluate family center swim coaches; provide training and professional development opportunities to ensure program consistency and quality. 
• Responsible for the recordkeeping and maintenance of required certifications and clearances of all coaches, officials, and volunteers ensuring compliance with Association volunteer practices and clearance processes through Risk Management. 
• Lead efforts to grow swim team enrollment and increase program revenue in alignment with association goals. Responsible for tracking program performance, enrollment trends, and adhering to budget goals; providing regular reporting and updates to the Associate Vice President of Aquatics. 
• Implement and manage adult training programs such as Masters Swim, Triathlon Training, Stroke Clinics, and other relevant offerings that support member retention. 
• Plan and execute competitive aquatic events including swim team travel arrangements, scheduling, transportation, lodging, and staff/volunteer supervision in accordance with YMCA policies and safety standards. 
• Provide leadership through established performance goals and standards, conducting regular assessments, training, and reviews of swim team coaching staff.  
• Identify and implement best practices in systems and technology to support effective management of swim team programming.  
• All other duties as assigned by management. 

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Physical Education, Sports Management, or related field (or equivalent experience). 
• A minimum of 3 - 5 years experience leading a swim team; multi-site swim team leadership is a plus. 
• Current USA Swimming Coach Certification required.  
• Current Lifeguard certification required. (YMCA Lifeguard certification preferred; Red Cross Lifeguard certification is acceptable, but must complete a YMCA Crossover class within 90 days or the first available training date). 
• Current CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, First Aid, and Oxygen Administration certifications required. 
• American Swimming Coaches Association (ASCA) Level 4 or higher certification preferred by hired date; must be completed within 6-months of hire date. 
• Experience with swim meet and team management software, such as TeamUnify or HYTEK, preferred.  
• YMCA Principles of Competitive Swimming & Diving and Red Cross Safety Training for Swim Coaches required within 90 days of employment. 
• Excellent organization, problem-solving, analytical skills, and critical thinking ability.   
• Must be self-directed and able to work effectively and with minimal supervision.   

Work Environment & Physical Demands  

• Must be willing to regularly work flexible hours, weekends and holidays and an on-call schedule rotation as required. 
• May be required to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. in various forms. 
• Must be capable of working closely with all levels of management and under minimal supervision. 
• Must be willing to travel within Central Florida and have a valid Florida driver license. 
• May be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time while demonstrating manual dexterity in order to accurately work on the phone, computer keyboard, and other equipment.  
• May be required to work outdoors for extended periods of time. May be exposed to extreme outdoor weather conditions and temperatures and to wet and/or humid conditions in swimming pool areas. 
• Must possess auditory, verbal and visual capabilities in order to adequately communicate via phone and in person. 
• Must possess the physical ability to perform strenuous physical tasks necessary for a professional water rescue. 
• Must be able to work with hazardous chemicals (i.e. pool chemicals, cleaning solutions, disinfectants, etc.). 
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. 

Disclaimers 

• Must complete successful background screening, which includes criminal and employment verification. Some positions may additionally require a successful credit check screening.  
• All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. The YMCA promotes an equal employment opportunity work place which includes reasonable accommodation of otherwise qualified disabled applicants and employees. Please see your manager should you have any questions about this policy or these job duties. 
• This job description may not be all-inclusive and employees are expected to perform all other duties as assigned and directed by management. Job descriptions and duties may be modified when deemed appropriate by management.