Aquatics Coordinator; McBurney YMCA
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Sports/Fitness/Wellness
Health / Fitness / Gym / Pilates, Recreation & Leisure
Location: New York
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Full-Time / Regular
$25.00 Hourly
The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers — to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.
To help fulfill our mission, we cultivate a culture of learning, leading, and collaboration to enhance community impact. Through our talented staff and “LEAP” career framework (Leadership, Empowerment, Accountability, Personal Growth), we are committed to a people-first approach that fosters trust, inclusion, growth, and development for all.
Position Summary
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The McBurney YMCA is seeking an Aquatics Coordinator who will assist the Aquatics Director in directing the Aquatics Department and ensuring safety for all aquatic programs in and around the swim area. The Aquatics Coordinator will model professional demeanor (uniform and positive attitude) to other aquatics staff.
- Follow YMCA Lifeguard Rescue Ready and YMCA Swim Instructor Ready protocols.
- Attend mandatory in-service training monthly and assist the Aquatics Director in running the in-service training.
- Know and understand the facility's Emergency Action Plan and Emergency Evacuation Routes.
- Enforce aquatics safety rules consistently and fairly.
- Maintain positive relationships with members and staff. Show members and colleagues respect by listening carefully and showing empathy when dealing with difficult situations.
- Assist the Aquatics Director with staffing, recruiting, hiring, training, and evaluating Lifeguards, Swim Instructors, and Water Exercise Instructors.
- Assist the Aquatics Director with scheduling staff and programs.
- Assist with developing, implementing, tracking, and controlling the department budget in accordance with Branch and Association Guidelines.
- Assist with reviewing program capacity and scheduling regarding efficiency and revenue.
- Adhere to Association Aquatic Safety Standards and Guidelines.
- Act as a Manager on Duty (MOD) for the branch.
- Actively participate in training sessions, designated meetings, and special events.
- Associate's degree or equivalent work experience required.
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience supervising Lifeguards and Swim Instructors.
- Must be at least 21 years old.
- Current YMCA Lifeguard certification or equivalent (must attain YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor certification within 120 days of hire).
- Current YMCA Swim Lessons certification or equivalent (must attain YMCA LG certification within 90 days of hire).
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS), First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen certifications.
- Demonstrate swim strokes, lifeguard rescues, and BLS/FA/EO skills.
- Maintain certification level of physical and mental readiness.
- Responsible for recertification before expiration.
- Certifications to attain within 180 days of hire: YMCA Aquatics Supervisor (YLINK) certificate.
- Certifications to attain within 1 year of hire: PHTA Certified Pool Operator or equivalent, YMCA Introduction to Fiscal Management, YMCA Lifeguard Instructor, and YMCA Supervision certificates.
- Must be willing to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
The YMCA of Greater New York offers a variety of benefits to its staff members, including retirement benefits, medical, paid time off, free YMCA membership, and more. Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual’s employment status (i.e., full-time or part-time), tenure, and/or the number of hours scheduled to work. for more information.
How to ApplyIf you would like to be a member of our dynamic team, please complete our online application and submit your résumé and a thoughtful cover letter that explains your interest in the role and our organization. If you are a current YMCA employee, please submit your application through the Internal Career Site in Cornerstone.
Job :
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2839
Employment Type:
Full-Time / Regular
Location:
McBurney YMCA
New York, NY
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