Supervisor of Aquatics

YMCA of Northeastern Ontario; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a prominent community organization as a Supervisor of Aquatics. In this full-time role, you will lead the aquatics department, ensuring compliance with health regulations and enhancing program offerings. You'll be instrumental in staff training, budgeting, and fostering relationships with members. This position not only offers a chance to make a significant impact in your community but also provides a supportive and family-friendly work environment. If you're passionate about health, wellness, and community service, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free Personal Membership

Discounts for day camps

Paid vacation and sick days

Extended Health and Dental Care

Employee Assistance Program

Life and Disability Benefits

Team bonding events

Flexible hours and scheduling

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years supervisory experience in aquatics required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate aquatics programs and services, ensuring health regulations are met.
• Develop initiatives to enhance member services and retention.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Supervisory Skills

Aquatic Regulations Knowledge

Education

College diploma or University degree in Recreation, Sports & Leisure

National Lifeguard Certification (NLS)

Pool Operator Certification

Job description

Posted Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 5:00 AM | Expires Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 4:59 AM

The YMCA of Northeastern Ontario has been serving our local communities for over 180 years and we are committed to supporting our local families, children, adults, youth and seniors in our various programs and services today.

At the YMCA, our values and purpose drive everything that we do. As a charity, we’ve championed values of empathy, health, trustworthy, inclusiveness, respect and responsibility. Helping people develop a healthy spirit, mind and body and inspiring a sense of social responsibility is the cornerstone of our legacy of caring.

This job posting is for an existing vacancy and is intended to fill a current position within our organization.

We are currently looking for Supervisor of Aquatics to join our team of committed professionals. This full-time position within the Association is housed at the YMCA of Northeastern Ontario’s Durham location in Sudbury.

Under the leadership of the Centre Manager of Health and Wellness, the Supervisor of Aquatics is responsible for coordinating the operation of programs and services in the aquatics department, including swim lessons, enrichment courses, special events, scheduling, human resource management, meeting financial targets and managing within the department budget and staff and volunteer development according to YMCA policies, procedures, and standards.

START DATE: As soon as possible

LOCATION: Sudbury, ON

RATE OF PAY: $58,000 - $78,000 per year

Major Responsibilities

• Ensure health regulations are being met at all times
• Develop program initiatives to enhance the opportunities and services for members and participants in the program area aligned with Health, Fitness and Aquatics member retention plan
• Communicate schedules on a sessional basis to members, participants, membership services staff and other program staff
• Remain current with aquatic regulations and industry standards
• Respond within 24 hours to inquiries regarding programs
• Plan and coordinate all department special events and assist with other special events as required
• Provide training and support to staff and volunteers
• Assist in the development of the department budget and maintain accountability and responsibility for the department fiscal goals
• Schedule staff and volunteers
• Ensure all required records and documents are kept for the monthly inspection
• Provide leadership to the level of service delivery for the department using the Y Way Standards
• Build relationships with members and guests, and promote the YMCA as a charitable organization

Qualifications

• College diploma or University degree in Recreation, Sports & Leisure, Sport Management, Physical Education or related field
• National Lifeguard Certification (NLS) in good standing
• Pool Operator Certification considered an asset
• Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience in a similar role
• Minimum of two (2) years of working directly in aquatics
• YMCA Trainer or Trainer Educator considered an asset
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Current LSS Instructor Trainer an asset
• Current YMCA/LSS Red Cross Instructor
• First Aid Instructor Trainer an asset
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR C
• Current and satisfactory Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector

What We Offer

• Free Personal Membership and Family Membership
• Discounts for day camps and recreational programs, summer camp and licensed child care for toddlers up to school-age
• Paid vacation and sick/personal days
• Extended Health and Dental Care Program that includes coverage for Vision and Professional Services such as those performed by Dieticians, Chiropractors, Massage Therapists, Psychologists, Naturopaths, and more!
• Employee and Family Assistance Program that includes short-term mental health supports such as counselling and online courses, and lifestyle coaching which includes legal and financial counselling
• Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment & Long-Term Disability Benefits
• Team bonding and employee recognition events
• Opportunity to explore a wide range of jobs and functions
• Flexible hours and scheduling, and hybrid work options, depending on role

How To Apply

If you would like to work in a family-friendly environment, please apply by website only, with a cover letter and resume by February 4, 2025 to the attention of the Personnel Committee.

Please ensure that your cover letter and resume both specify the job title of the position that you are applying for.

All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted and you require a disability-related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, you must advise the Human Resources Department.

Please note that successful candidates will be required to submit a current and satisfactory Police Record with Vulnerable Sector Check for review prior to starting employment. Police records are reviewed on an individual basis, and any offences are considered in relation to the nature of the position and its responsibilities, particularly in working with children and vulnerable populations. A positive record does not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment.

Please note that candidates invited for an interview will be required to submit three professional references.

YMCA of Northeastern Ontario is an equal opportunity employer that is dedicated to maintaining a fair and equitable work environment. All of our employees and job applicants will be promoted or employed solely on the basis of their abilities and qualifications.

Educational credentials completed outside of Canada require a copy of your World Education Services documents (WES) along with your credentials. If you do not have a WES document, please visit https://www.wes.org/ca/. Applications submitted without a WES document will not be considered.