Aquatics Coordinator

YMCA Cape Cod; Barnstable (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA Cape Cod in Barnstable, MA, is seeking an Aquatics Program Coordinator to lead and support YMCA aquatics activities. This full-time role requires overseeing staff, ensuring safety and compliance with YMCA standards, and delivering engaging programs for participants.

Minimum age 21 with a high school diploma (GED acceptable); some college preferred. Lifeguard and water safety certifications, plus CPR/First Aid, are required; supervisory experience is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 21. High School/GED required with some college preferred.
• One year of previous work experience in a similar program.
• Previous supervisory experience, including staff scheduling and training preferred.
• Previous experience with diverse populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of Aquatics programs; leads activities for assigned group of participants.
• Assist with recruiting, hiring, training, developing, scheduling, and supervising Aquatics staff and volunteers.
• Assist with reviewing and evaluating performance and develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
• Supervise Aquatics and waterfront programs in accordance with YMCA and applicable Massachusetts regulations and operating standards, ensuring safety of participants.
• Interact with members, participants, parents and staff; helps connect them with each other and the YMCA; model positive relationships.
• Perform equipment checks and ensure appropriate equipment is available as needed.
• Monitor chemical testing as required, and take appropriate action.
• Assist with promotion and marketing of Aquatics programs.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings.
• Maintain required certifications.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Staff scheduling

Staff training

Diversity experience

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Some college coursework preferred

Job description

• Location 2245 Iyannough Road,West Barnstable, MA, 02668,United States
• Base Pay $22.00 - $24.00 / Hour
• Industry Aquatics, Non-Profit
• Employee Type RFT Regular Full Time
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others Yes

Contact information

• Phone [phone]

OUR CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assists with planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of Aquatics programs. Leads activities for assigned group of participants.
• Assists with recruiting, hiring, training, developing, scheduling, and supervising Aquatics staff and volunteers.
• Assists with reviewing and evaluating performance and develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
• Supervises Aquatics and waterfront programs in accordance with YMCA and applicable Massachusetts regulations and operating standards, ensuring the safety of the participants while maintaining a clean and safe environment.
• Interacts and maintains effective, positive relationships with members, participants, parents and staff; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA. Models positive relationship-building skills in all interactions.
• Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed.
• Monitors performance of chemical testing as required, and takes appropriate action.
• Assists with promotion and marketing of Aquatics programs.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings.
• Maintains required certifications.

The Job Functions listed above are intended to describe the nature and level of work performed by a person in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed in such a position.

LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY:

Leads a team, processes, and/or projects. This job has direct supervisory responsibility for staff with input into hiring, performance, and other employment decisions.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Makes informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgment

Functional Expertise: Executes superior technical skills for the role

Program/Project Management: Ensures program or project goals are met and intended impact occurs

Developing Self & Others: Develops self and supports others (e.g., staff, volunteers, members, program participants), both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential

Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y’s cause

Requirements

Education and Experience: Minimum age of 21. High School/GED required with some college preferred. One year of previous work experience in a similar program. Previous supervisory experience, including staff scheduling and training preferred. Previous experience with diverse populations preferred.

Certifications, Licensures, and Registrations: YMCA Waterfront Lifeguarding or Red Cross Waterfront Lifeguarding and WSI, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, and Basic First Aid. Oxygen Administration required within 30 days of hire. YMCA Swim Instructor certification or equivalent within 120 days of hire.

Other Requirements: Ability to maintain physical and mental readiness at certification level. Must demonstrate lifeguard skills and swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards. Excellent human relation skills, good organizational and communication skills.

Summary

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Program Coordinator – Aquatics assists with the delivery of Aquatics programs, ensures safety, and maintains effective quality programs.