Aquatics Coordinator- Instructional

Aquatics Coordinator
- Instructional

Department: Aquatics

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Charles River YMCA

Reporting To: Beck Tinker

Compensation: $22.00 - $25.00 / hour

This position is primarily responsible, under the supervision of the Aquatic Director, for coordinating the Charles River YMCA Swim Program. Additional responsibilities include orientating, training and supervising all swim classes and private swim lesson instruction. This position will act on behalf of the Aquatic Director/Assistant Aquatics Director in their absence, and, at all times, shall work within the guidelines of the aquatic policies.

This role also assumes the responsibility of Head Lifeguard responsible for guarding the pool, ensuring the safety of all patrons, enforcing pool rules, and implementing the branch emergency protocols as needed.

Key Functions/Responsibilities:

• Provide excellent member service by exceeding member expectations.
• Engage in active listening with members in order to build relationships, understand individual's goals and interests, and take the initiative to assist in the achievement of those goals.
• Responsible for assisting with scheduling and supervising (in consultation with Aquatic Director) of all instructor personnel.
• Primarily responsible for the advertising, scheduling, and tracking of the private swim lesson program, including teaching the majority of private and group lessons.
• Work to review staff, class, and pool scheduling.
• Assist in filling gaps and finding coverage for staff schedule.
• Be available to guard as needed.
• Be available to answer questions from members, program participants and staff.
• In conjunction with the Aquatics Director, oversee all required safety and quality training, drills, and documentation.
• Share responsibility with supervisors for the care and maintenance of facility and related program equipment.
• Maintain concise records essential for control, evaluation and reporting to committees, Board and Aquatics Director.
• Take a lead with camp swim lessons and free swim to ensure an organized and safe experience.
• Organize and staff all pool birthday parties.
• Participate in staff meetings as a member of the branch management team.
• Remain current in required and voluntary training in order to promote growth of mind and spirit and character values for all.
• All other duties as assigned or needed.

Education:

• Associates or Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, preferred.
• At least 18 years of age, with YMCA Lifeguarding certification. If Red Cross certified, the employee must cross over to YMCA certification within six months of hire.
• All instructors must be YSL certified within 6 weeks of hire.

Experience:

• At least two years experience in instruction and management of a wide variety of Aquatics programs and pool maintenance.
• Experience supervising staff and developing pool schedules and class schedules, as well as good member relation and staff relation skills.

The YMCA of Greater Boston is an incredible place to have a fulfilling career or enjoy part-time employment — all while we are supporting and strengthening our communities, because our community is our cause. When you join us in your career here, you can look forward to:

• Developing your leadership skills in a caring, challenging & diverse working environment.
• Exploring a wide range of opportunities as you learn new skills and functions.
• Shaping the future of young children while making a difference each day for our communities and each other.
• Engaging in YMCA career training programs and working alongside those who have the same passion.
• A healthy work/life balance
• Comprehensive benefits including:
• FREE YMCA Membership for you.
• Discount on Specialty Programs like Personal Training and Swimming Lessons.
• Discounted or FREE family membership.
• Robust Retirement Plan up to 10%. (see eligibility requirement)
• Health, Dental, and Vision Benefit Package.
• Vacation and Sick Time (PT receive sick time)

The YMCA of Greater Boston is the largest social services provider in Massachusetts. Through our network of facilities and program sites, the YMCA provides health and wellness programming, child care, summer camp, youth sports, and teen leadership programs, as well as work‑force development and community outreach.

The YMCA of Greater Boston is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran's status.