Aquatics Coordinator

Socket.dev; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation (4 weeks)

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Free YMCA membership

Discount on childcare and camps

Program discounts

Tuition discounts

Retirement plan with employer match

Job summary

The YMCA is seeking a Coordinator to assist with day-to-day operations of the aquatics department, oversee staff, programming, and admin tasks while emphasizing safety.

The role involves scheduling, direct program support as lifeguard/instructor/coach, onboarding, staff coaching, budgeting, communications with members and parents, and equipment maintenance. This is a full-time hourly position with extensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or higher in sports management, recreation management, applied health or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Minimum 3 years as Lifeguard, Swim Instructor, or Swim Team Coach with risk management and programming focus.
• Current nationally recognized Swim Instructor and/or Lifeguard certifications.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of general computer and tablet functions, including Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Support the staff scheduling for the aquatics department.
• Provide direct program support as Lifeguard, Swim Instructor, and/or Swim Team Coach.
• Assist onboarding, training, and development of department employees.
• Provide regular feedback, coaching and evaluation to staff.
• Assist with administration and monitoring of department budget.
• Support department communication with members and parents.
• Assist with coordination of parties including bookings, payments and contracts.
• Oversee care and maintenance of equipment and facilities with supervisors.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate’s Degree or higher in sports management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

As a leader in aquatics programming and administration, the Coordinator will assist with the oversight of the day to day operations and personnel of their aquatics department. The Coordinator will support department operations including staffing, programming, administrative functions and direct service hours. An attention to safety and risk management are key qualities for this position.

This position consists of approximately 25 weekly program hours and additional administrative duties. This is an opportunity to better your community, join a supportive team, and grow along the way - join us and be a difference maker!

Essential Functions:

• Support the development of the staff schedule for the department
• Responsible for direct program support as a Lifeguard, Swim Instructor and/or Swim Team Coach
• Assist in onboarding, training and development of department employees
• Support with providing department employees with regular feedback, coaching and evaluation
• Assist with administration and monitoring of department budget
• Support department communication with members and participant parents
• Responsible for supporting birthday parties including booking, payment, contracts and coordination with aquatics and welcome center staff
• Support the supervisor to oversee the care and maintenance of related equipment and facilities

Qualifications:

• An Associate’s Degree or higher in sports management, recreation management, applied health or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Lifeguard, Swim Instructor, and/or Swim Team Coach with demonstrated attention to risk management, team development and programming
• Possess current nationally recognized Swim Instructor and/or Lifeguard certifications
• Possess strong organizational and interpersonal skills?
• Knowledge of general computer and tablet functions, including Microsoft Office?

This is a full-time, hourly position with an extensive benefit package that includes:

• Generous paid vacation time (4 weeks paid time off & 6 Holidays that accrues with tenure)
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Free Family YMCA Membership
• 50% discount on YMCA childcare and camp services
• Discounts on Programs for yourself & family members
• Discounted tuition to some NH and online schools
• After qualifying, 8% employer contribution to retirement fund