Aquatics Coordinator

Lansing YMCA; Freehold (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of the Jersey Shore is seeking an Aquatics Coordinator to supervise the lifeguard team, schedule coverage, and train staff for daily pool operations. You will work with the facilities team to ensure the aquatics area remains staffed and compliant with state and local health regulations.

You will represent the YMCA with a positive, energetic approach and uphold the four character values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility in all activities.

Qualifications

• Must hold current American Red Cross lifeguard, First Aid, CPR/AED and oxygen administration certifications.
• YMCA Swim Lesson V.6 Instructor Certification within 90 days of employment.
• Demonstrated ability to assist children and others in developing swimming skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise lifeguard team and schedule on-deck coverage.
• Provide program coverage and troubleshooting for pool operations.
• Serve as principal contact for aquatics staff and facilities team.
• Ensure compliance with state and local health department requirements.

Skills

Lifeguard supervision

Teaching swimming skills

Staff coordination

Emergency response

Education

American Red Cross lifeguard

First Aid & CPR/AED

Oxygen administration certification

YMCA Swim Lesson V.6 Instructor Certification

Tools

Online Safe Lifting training

Slip, Trip and Fall training

Job description

Under the direct supervision of the Program Director for Aquatics, the Aquatics Coordinator is responsible for supervision, coordinating our lifeguard team, scheduling, training, on-deck supervision, providing guard and program coverage, and troubleshooting & monitoring daily pool mechanics. The Aquatics Coordinator will be principal contact for all aquatics staff and the facilities team to ensure the aquatics facility is always staffed and functioning within the requirements of the state and local governed health departments.

Enthusiastically represents The YMCA of the Jersey Shore by displaying a positive attitude, maintaining a high level of energy and commitment to quality throughout all aspects of the job through the four character values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Current American Red Cross lifeguard, First Aid, CPR/AED and oxygen administration certifications.
• YMCA Swim Lesson V.6 Instructor Certification, within 90 days of employment.
• Demonstrated ability to assist children and others in the development of swimming skills.
• Ability to teach skills to others.
• Online Safe Lifting and Slips, Trip and Fall Training within 90 days.
• The YMCA of the Jersey Shore Team Member Orientation within 90 days.
• Ability to maintain certification level of physical and mental readiness.