Wellness & Aquatics Coordinator

Seeking our next Coordinator to oversee all Wellness & Aquatics programming.

Under the direction of the CEO, this position will be key in guiding resource development and implementation of high quality YMCA Aquatic & Wellness programs to enhance the member and program participant experience and promote long‑term involvement through a variety of exceptional programs and services that results in nurturing the potential in children (youth development), supporting members in their wellness journey (healthy living), and driving advocacy and community awareness (social responsibility).

The position will be responsible for: safety; policy compliance; leadership of aquatic & wellness initiatives including swim lessons, swim instructor development, lifeguard training, personal training, group exercise, in‑service training; assist with developing and maintaining relationships; supervision of Aquatics & Wellness staff.

• Previous experience working in the health & wellness and/or aquatics preferred (not required).
• Certification in area of expertise (if no degree). (Group Exercise, Personal Trainer, etc. Can complete upon hiring)
• Must complete the following trainings within 30‑120 days:
• CPR/AED & First Aid certifications Emergency procedure training
• Approved Mandatory Child Abuse Reporter
• Red Cross Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor
• Ability to plan, organize and implement age and skill‑appropriate activities.
• Must have strong communication and organizational skills and an ability to work with minimal supervision.
• At least 20 years of age.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is performed in an indoor and outdoor aquatics environment. Outdoor exposure to wind, sun, summer, and winter temperature.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.
• Work in a team environment and encourage open communication regarding concerns/issues with members, participants, children, parents or co‑workers.
• Ability to plan, lead and participate in activities.

The Le Mars Y is committed to the safety of all our members, program participants, guests, and staff. This commitment to safety includes child abuse prevention. All staff, upon hire, are REQUIRED to complete assigned child abuse prevention training within the first 30 days of hire. In addition, staff will be required to complete annual refresher training assigned by the Praesidium Guardian.

All staff are required to read and sign our mandatory reporter policy.

• Create a welcoming, hopeful, determined, genuine and nurturing atmosphere that fosters a sense of belonging for all those we serve.
• Maintain Lifeguard certification within 6 months to help cover shifts when needed.
• Responsible for the development, operation, communication and growth of wellness programming: including health and wellness for all ages, personal training, and group exercise.
• Responsible for the development, operation, and growth of aquatic programming: swim lessons, pool parties, special events, etc.
• Support the hiring, training, scheduling, supervising and evaluation process for group fitness instructors, personal trainers, lifeguards and swim instructors.
• Assist CEO, Senior Program Director and other Aquatics Staff in overseeing operations at both the INDOOR and OUTDOOR pools.
• Demonstrate a positive and caring attitude with members, guests, staff, and community.
• Attend and assist in planning and leading staff meetings, training sessions, other required meetings, and…