Aquatics Coordinator

Aquatics Coordinator

Department: Aquatics

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: North Suburban YMCA

Reporting To: Kevin Hammond

Compensation: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 / hour

This position is primarily responsible, under the supervision of the Aquatic Director, for assisting in the planning, organizing, directing, budgeting and evaluating those programs within his/her program area in accordance with the mission, purposes and policies of the association. Additional responsibilities include orientating, training and supervising all staff, paid and volunteer, related to his/her area of responsibility. 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.

• 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 lifeguard and instructor personnel.
• Primarily responsible for the advertising, scheduling, and tracking of the private swim lesson program, including teaching the majority of private lessons.
• Work to review staff, class, and pool scheduling.
• Assist in filling gaps and finding coverage for staff schedule.
• Work closely with the Aquatic Director in the execution of the Instructional swim programs.
• Be available to teach and/or 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.
• 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.

• 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.

• 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.
• Must be aware of YMCA movement and trends in the aquatic field and must continue to enhance his/her knowledge in YMCA Aquatic Management and certifications.

Pre-employment:

Child Abuse Prevention (within first four weeks of employment)

• Physically and verbally able to interact with members and staff.
• At times, be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.