Aquatics Director

Company Overview

Camden's Charter School Network is dedicated to providing high-quality educational opportunities for students in Camden. Our mission is to foster a supportive learning environment that empowers students to achieve their full potential and prepares them for success in life.

Summary

We are seeking a Director to join Camden's Promise Charter School. In this leadership role, you will be responsible for overseeing school operations, ensuring the delivery of an exceptional educational experience, and fostering a positive school culture. Your contributions will be pivotal in driving our mission forward.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of school operations to ensure a high-quality educational environment.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to enhance student achievement and school performance.
• Foster a positive and inclusive school culture that supports student growth and development.
• Collaborate with teachers, staff, and the community to promote engagement and support for the school.
• Manage budgets, resources, and personnel effectively to achieve operational goals.
• Oversee events management to create enriching experiences for students and families.

Staff & Student Development

• Directly supervise aquatics and safety staff, which includes a graduate coordinator, lifeguards, swim instructors, CPR/1st Aid/AED and Lifeguard instructors

Program Management

• Coordinate, implement, and supervise revenue generating aquatic programs including group and private youth and adult swimming lessons, masters swimming, lifeguard training courses, certifications, and other events
• Educate and research all current trends in aquatics programming, facilities, and staffing
• Market, promote, and evaluate all aquatics programs and events
• Communicate and coordinate and reserved pool usage, review regulations/policies, and collaborate/assist with swim meets
• Complete annual comprehensive analytical and statistical reports regarding aquatic facility usage, certifications, and programs

Safety and Risk/Emergency Management

• Review, evaluate, develop, and enforce policies and procedures for aquatic facilities
• Create, implement, and enforce a risk management plan for both pools
• Develop, coordinate, and review campus recreation facility emergency procedures and action plans
• Coordinate and implement all risk management initiatives for the department annually
• Facilitate and schedule the training of the Campus in CPR, First Aid, AED, and blood borne pathogen training
• Coordinate and implement all university emergency processes (i.e.: evacuation protocols and exercises with EMS, 2 way radio communication for all staff)
• Maintain and update all required certifications for all campus recreation employees
• Oversee campus recreation injury reporting database and directly communicate with the university risk management office on mandatory reporting processes

Facility Management

• Inspect, evaluate, and troubleshoot pool areas daily and maintain water quality of each pool; prepare inspection reports on an ongoing basis; prepare necessary documentation to meet or exceed federal, state, and county requirements/codes
• Manage and schedule utilization requests by all constituents and communicate aquatics program and usage schedule to members and to the campus community at large
• Coordinate the purchase, inventory, and maintenance of aquatic equipment and supplies
• Respond and react to on-call situations and be available to take necessary actions with aquatic facility emergencies
• Oversee the daily management of the university pool facility
• Responsible for obtaining, educating, and researching information on all aquatics equipment, instruments, mechanical systems, materials, and supplies, and implement effective utilization
• Assist in coordinating and communicating with pool vendors to ensure high-quality maintenance of all pools to include chemical levels and balancing, pool cleanliness, deck cleanliness, and other issues pertaining to pool operations and patron safety
• Assist in collaborating and corresponding with Camden's Promise Charter School and maintenance Director regarding ongoing aquatic facility projects, renovations, and maintenance

Administrative Responsibilities

• Create an environment that promotes and facilitates student learning and development
• Provide superior customer service to all campus recreation patrons
• Actively participate in the student development program including new employee orientation, the annual employee training program, and ongoing training sessions and in-services
• Attend and actively participate in staff meetings, in-service education sessions, and other divisional or departmental meetings
• Assist with planning, organizing, coordinating, and evaluating ongoing departmental special events
• Participate in other Division of Student Life initiatives, programs, and committees as required
• Assist in the overall operation of the department by providing input and completing assigned projects, annual goals and objectives, and annual reports

Minimum Job Requirements:

Education

• Master's degree from an accredited College or University and one year of professional experience
• NOTE: Bachelor's Degree with at least 2 years paraprofessional experience in collegiate recreation can be in lieu of one year of professional experience

Experience:

• Experience supervising the daily operations of an aquatics program
• Experience supervising part-time or student employees
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, multi-task, be resourceful, and take initiative in a fast-paced environment
• Experience working in a cohesive, team setting

Specific Skills:

• Communicate effectively and professionally, including written, interpersonal, and public speaking
• Ability to lift 20 pounds regularly and up to 40 pounds occasionally
• Full time and some weekends

Specialized Knowledge, Licenses, etc.

• Ability to become instructor certified in CPR/First Aid/AED through the American Red Cross within the first year of hire
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) or Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) license or ability to obtain within first year of hire

Preferred Qualifications

Education

• Master's Degree in Recreation, Exercise Science, Sports Management, Student Personnel, Student Affairs, or related field, and two years of professional experience

Experience

• Experience in supervising aquatics and safety student staff
• Experience in risk management, safety, and emergency management

Specialized Knowledge, Licenses, etc.

• CPR/First Aid/AED Instructor certification
• Lifeguard Instructor certification
• Water Safety Instructor certification

Salary & Benefits:

• 50-80k

Requirements

• Proven experience in an educational leadership role or similar position.
• Strong customer service skills with a focus on community engagement.
• Excellent organizational and management abilities.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Experience in event management is a plus.

If you are passionate about education and ready to make a significant impact in our community, we invite you to apply for the Aquatic Director position at Camden's Promise Charter School

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50, $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending