Aquatics Coordinator

Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp.; Scotch Plains (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Health/dental/vision/disability/life

12% retirement contribution

403(b) savings plan

Free YMCA membership

childcare and program discounts

Job summary

Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp. is seeking an Aquatics Coordinator to support the Aquatics Director in delivering safe, member-focused swim programs in a controlled environment.

The role involves staffing the swim lesson program, supervising on deck, guiding instructors, and coordinating safety protocols while collaborating with lifeguards and staff. Evening and weekend availability required, with comprehensive benefits included.

Qualifications

• Must possess Swim Instructor certification or possess notable experience with the YMCA Swim Lesson Program.

Responsibilities

• Staffing and scheduling of the YMCA swim lesson program to meet member needs
• Lead on the pool deck with safe supervision and lifeguarding while instructing
• Communicate effectively with participants, parents/guardians and YMCA members
• Supervise and maintain aquatic programming and safety during designated shifts
• Assist staff in locating coverage when absent and provide coverage when necessary
• Provide swim lesson instruction under the YMCA Swim Lessons program guidelines
• Assist with general pool maintenance and session planning
• Guide new and seasoned instructors with constructive feedback and promote teamwork
• Assist in evaluating swim participants and recording evaluations for registration
• Provide progress reports to instructors and participants and proofread before release
• Ensure safety by enforcing teaching methods and proper discipline
• Design pool schedules to maximize pool time usage
• Obtain training in Listen First program and mentor staff
• Conduct performance evaluations as requested by Aquatics Director
• Assist with First Aid concerns and attend staff trainings
• Support fundraising and philanthropy efforts aligned with the organization's mission
• Adhere to child protection policies and report inappropriate behaviors

Skills

Lifeguard supervision

Swim instruction

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Inclusion awareness

Program scheduling

Job description

Dive into excellence with our Aquatics Team: seeking an Aquatics Coordinator to join us in making waves!

Job Description

Under the direction of the Aquatics Director, the Aquatics Coordinator provides day-to-day support of aquatic classes, instructors and pool area to ensure aquatic staff members are providing high-quality, member-focused programs in a safety controlled environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• One to two years related experience, preferably as an Aquatics Coordinator
• Must possess Swim Instructor certification or possess notable experience with the YMCA Swim Lesson Program
• Experience working with diverse populations preferred, with a commitment to inclusion and belonging
• Strong communication skills with participants, parents/guardians, and YMCA members
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team with other YMCA staff

Essential Functions

• Works with supervisor to ensure that the aquatics programming needs of members are being met through staffing and scheduling of YMCA swim lesson program.
• Serves as a leader on the pool deck. Incorporates safe supervision practices while deck supervising, instructing and life-guarding. Follows all safety guidelines.
• Communicates effectively with program participants and answers questions as needed. Reports problems, complaints or concerns of program participants to the aquatic director in a timely fashion. Addresses parent concerns in a professional and positive manner.
• Supervises and maintains aquatic programming and safety during designated shift.
• Assists staff, including lifeguards and swim instructors, locate and secure coverage upon absence. Provides coverage when necessary.
• Provides swim lesson instruction under the guidelines of the Y Swim Lessons Program.
• Assists with general pool maintenance.
• Prepares for programming, organizes rosters, announces roll call, and takes attendance.
• Guides new and seasoned swim instructors with constructive criticism and positive reinforcement. Promotes teamwork and unity.
• Assists in the evaluation of swim participants and the recordings of evaluations for registration purposes.
• Assists in the administration and distribution of progress reports to Instructors and then to swim participants. Proofreads all progress reports prior to releasing them to swim participants.
• Assists with session planning through communication of current class participation, swimmer advancement & placement, etc.
• Ensures aquatic safety by enforcing sound teaching methods under Y Swim Lesson principles, maintenance of proper discipline and class control.
• Assists in pool schedule design, helping to ensure that pool time is used to the fullest extent.
• Obtains training in the Listen First program and implements it into everyday operations at the YMCA; serves as a mentor to staff in their implementation of the program.
• Conducts performance evaluations as requested by Aquatics Director.
• Assists with First Aid concerns.
• Attends all staff meetings and in-service trainings.
• Accountable for understanding the organization's charitable status and mission to assure access for all through active participation in fundraising and philanthropy efforts.
• Is committed to child abuse prevention, including adhering to all child protection policies and procedures, completing required abuse prevention training and reporting suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
• All other duties as assigned by the Aquatics Director.

Schedule

40 hours per week - must be available to work nights and weekends

Comprehensive Benefit Package

Generous paid time off, health/dental/vision/disability/life insurance coverage, health savings account contribution, 12% retirement contribution, 403(b) savings plan, holiday club contribution, free YMCA membership, and childcare and program discounts.

Required Certifications

• Must possess Swim Instructor certification or possess notable experience with the YMCA Swim Lesson Program

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