Aquatics Lead- Swim Lessons

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Part-time Regular Downtown Duluth, Duluth, MN, US

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Job Type: Part-Time

Reports to:

Aquatics Director

• Retirement accounts (You can contribute at any time, but the Y will contribute 12% after two years of service with 1,000 hours in each of the two years)
• Paid time off (Accrue 1 hour of paid time off for every 30 hours worked)
• Complimentary nationwide 2 adult family membership to the Y
• Discounts on programs, summer camps, YMCA Camp Miller
• Team member referral program
• Employee engagement and appreciation activities
• Employee assistance program
• Growth and development opportunities
• Leadership certification and related training offered and encouraged

The Aquatics Lead-Swim Lessons-Downtown Branch is a part-time, front-line position responsible for delivering high-quality aquatics programming through on-deck staffing hours. This will include group and swim lesson instruction and supervision. This may include lifeguarding, swim team coaching, and/or safety training instruction . In addition, the Aquatics Lead supports the work of the Y—a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility—by maintaining a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all.

Administrative duties are assigned as needed to support the success of the aquatics department.

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.

• Assists in supervising aquatics staff and volunteers, including evaluations of performance. Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve department and Y goals in conjunction with the Director.
• Provide on-deck coverage as a swim instructor (group and private), swim lesson supervisor, and/or safety training instructor.
• Maintain a safe and engaging aquatic environment that supports skill development, confidence, and enjoyment for participants of all ages and abilities.
• Deliver high-quality customer service and respond to member needs, inquiries, and concerns in a professional and timely manner.
• Assists with swimming lessons and may assist with swim team and/or lifeguard shifts as needed.
• Gives breaks, ensure proper coverage of pool and provides “ on-call ” support as needed in conjunction with the Director.
• Monitors daily pool operations to adhere to all state, local, and YMCA health and safety regulations. Maintains accurate records of pool chemical levels and facility maintenance.
• Support aquatics operations with off-deck administrative duties as assigned, which may include, but is not limited to: conducting safety and program audits, scheduling staff and programming, coordinating swim lessons and related communications, assisting with onboarding and training of staff, representing the Y at community events, marketing and distribution of program information, supporting fundraising activities and special events.
• Models relationship-building skills in all interactions. Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner .
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