Aquatics Supervisor (Full Time)

Avanti Software Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant organization dedicated to community impact as an Aquatics Supervisor. This full-time role at YMCA Calgary offers an opportunity to lead a dynamic team while ensuring a safe and engaging environment for all participants. You will be responsible for overseeing aquatic programs, delivering leadership courses, and maintaining high standards of customer service. With a strong commitment to community values, this position allows you to make a meaningful difference while enjoying a range of benefits including health coverage, a pension plan, and ongoing professional development. If you're passionate about aquatics and community service, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Complimentary YMCA membership

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Pension plan with matching contributions

Anniversary flex day

Program discounts

Ongoing leadership development

Leadership award opportunities

Scholarship opportunities

Paid recertification and training

Qualifications

• Experience in supervisory roles is an asset for this position.
• YMCA Swim Instructor and Lifeguard certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe and fun environment for all participants.
• Deliver leadership courses and monitor staff certifications.
• Respond to member concerns and support the Aquatic Director.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Customer service

Leadership

Lifesaving skills

Education

YMCA Swim Instructor certification

National Lifeguard certification

Standard First Aid with CPR-C

Job description

YMCA Calgary is a charity that ignites the potential in Calgarians. Since our inception in 1902, we have evolved into a vibrant organization operating in every quadrant of the city.

Guided by our core values of honesty, caring, respect and responsibility, YMCA Calgary offers a growing hub of programming & services to address the needs of our community including connection and belonging, child-care support, language instruction, mental health support, lowered financial barriers, and more. This impact takes place across our 7 health and wellness facilities, 6 childcare centres, 2 outdoor camps and 12+ community programs, empowering people of all ages and life stages to belong, grow, thrive and lead.

Aquatics Supervisor - Full Time

Melcor YMCA at Crowfoot
Salary: $47,829.00/year - $59,786.00/year
Start Date: Immediately

You can make an impact in the community - locally and across the globe. You will work with a fun culture of people and enjoy many of the benefits and opportunities the YMCA offers:

1. Complimentary YMCA Calgary membership including a linked membership for dependent children;
2. Comprehensive health and dental benefits. Premiums paid in full by the Association;
3. Pension plan with specified contribution matching by the Association;
4. Anniversary flex day and gifts given to celebrate each year of employment;
5. Program discounts;
6. Ongoing leadership development and opportunities;
7. Leadership award opportunities;
8. Scholarship opportunities;
9. Paid recertification and training.

What qualifications are we looking for?

At YMCA Calgary we strive to ensure our employees are a fit based on their strengths, interests, and future goals. The successful candidate will have the following:

1. Supervisory experience is an asset
2. YMCA Swim Instructor, Water Safety Instructor, or Swim for Life Instructor certification
3. National Lifeguard certification – Pool option
4. Lifesaving instructor preferred
5. National Lifeguard Instructor and First Aid Instructor would be an asset
6. Current Standard First Aid with CPR-C certificated within the last 12 months from an approved AB OHS provider. Asset if certification is issued by one of the following five Canadian organizations: Canadian Red Cross, Heart and Stroke Foundation, Lifesaving Society, St John's Ambulance and/or Canadian Ski Patrol.
7. Evidence of a clear Police Information Check and Vulnerable Sector Search
8. Three professional references

What does this role look like at YMCA Calgary?

Duties and Responsibilities include:

1. Ensure a safe and fun environment for all staff, volunteers and participants
2. Respond promptly to members' concerns and inform the Aquatic Director of unresolved issues
3. Demonstrate excellent customer service by being friendly, courteous and helpful to all patrons
4. Ensure that all staff are ready, on deck and prepared when their shifts start
5. Ensure programs start and end on time
6. Deliver leadership courses
7. Ensure staff certifications are current and employee files are up-to-date
8. Ensure all staff adhere to the Aquatic Policies and Procedures
9. Assist the Aquatic Director with staff evaluations
10. Monitor changes of shifts and ensure adequate coverage
11. Maintain current inventory of aquatic supplies and recommend purchases
12. Monitor and report pool statistics
13. Maintain payroll sheets as scheduled
14. Support the Aquatic Director as needed
15. Support the branch in registration, Duty Manager shifts, and ongoing special events
16. 20-30 hours of on deck hours, lifeguarding and instruction and teaching of classes
17. Support the branch general manager in ensuring the YMCA has a positive presence in the local community
18. Participate in the Staff and Volunteer aspect of the Annual Campaign

What qualities do we look for in YMCA Calgary Staff and Volunteers?

Our diverse team of staff and volunteers are committed to making a positive impact in the community. In addition, they model and are committed to the following competencies:

1. Developing Self and Others: Developing people with a view toward present and future capacity.
2. Building Purposeful Relationships: Relating to people authentically with their best in mind.
3. Creating a Culture of Community: Gathering people to purpose and vision.
4. Making Intentional Impact: Intending to make a difference every day.
5. Thinking and Acting Strategically: Applying thoughts, words, and actions in service to the vision.
6. Applying Business Acumen: Demonstrating excellence in technical skills and stewarding the YMCA Business Model.
7. Innovating: Ability to know your environment, initiate and respond effectively to changing conditions.

Please note that evidence of a clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search is a requirement

YMCA Calgary is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada by way of Canadian Citizenship, Permanent Residency or a valid Canadian work permit. YMCA Calgary is currently not engaged in international recruitment efforts as we are required to demonstrate that we have exhausted all means of recruitment both locally and nationally.

Potential candidates will only be contacted if selected for an interview.

For any concerns or questions please contact email [e-mail].