AQUATICS COORDINATOR

YMCA of Columbia Willamette; Sherwood (OR); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Household Membership

Free Group Fitness Classes

Free Pool Access

Program Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities

Opportunities for Growth/Leadership

Build your Resume

Engage with your community

Job summary

YMCA of Columbia Willamette is seeking an Aquatic Coordinator to lead lifeguards, swim instructors, and aquatics staff. You will recruit, train, and supervise a dynamic team while ensuring safety and adherence to YMCA policies.

Responsibilities include planning in-service trainings, maintaining accurate records, and assisting with the aquatics budget under the Aquatics Director. The role offers part-time hours, growth opportunities, and a strong community impact.

Qualifications

• Must have current Red Cross Lifeguard certification or obtain within 30 days.
• CPR/AED & First Aid certification required or obtained within 30 days.
• YMCA Leader certification preferred but not mandatory.
• Lifeguard Instructor certification preferred.
• CPO/AFO certification preferred.
• YMCA Team-Leader certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, and supervise aquatics staff and volunteers.
• Lead in-service training and drills to keep skills current.
• Maintain records for pool usage, chemical readings, and staff certifications.
• Assist with maintenance duties in pump/chemical room.
• Develop and manage aquatics department budget under director guidance.
• Plan and run special aquatics events on- or off-site.
• Model positive behavior for youth and uphold YMCA standards.

Skills

Lifeguard leadership

Staff supervision

Training & development

Budgeting

Record keeping

Education

Red Cross Lifeguard Certification

CPR/AED & First Aid Certification

YMCA Leader Certification

Lifeguard Instructor Certification

CPO/AFO certification

YMCA Team-Leader Certification

Job description

Description
Do you have experience in Aquatics? Want to lead a team of lifeguards, swim instructors, and coaches? Are you an effective leader? Are you 18 or older? ++Become an Aquatic Coordinator at the YMCA!++

Why should you apply?

• Free Household Membership
• Free Group Fitness Classes
• Free Pool Access
• Program Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
• Opportunities for Growth/Leadership
• Build your Resume
• Engage with your community
• Part-time (up to 30 hours/week)

What would you be doing?

• Hiring, training, and supervising Lifeguards, Swim Instructors, and other aquatics staff and volunteers
• Keeping your skills fresh by planning, leading, and participating in In-service Training and Drills
• Maintaining accurate records of pool usage, chemical readings, program participation, and staff certifications
• Assisting with pump/chemical room maintenance duties
• Developing, managing, and implementing the aquatics department budget (under the direction of the Aquatics Director)
• Organizing and implementing special aquatics events both on- and off-site
• Being a positive role model for youth in your community
• Upholding the YMCA Policies and Standards

Requirements

What do you need to qualify?

• Be at least 21 years old
• Have at least 2 years of aquatic leadership experience
• Be available during program hours (including evenings/weekends)
• Possess (or obtain within 30 days) a current Red Cross Lifeguard Certification*
• Possess (or obtain within 30 days) a current CPR/AED & First Aid Certification*
• Possess (or obtain within 30 days) YMCA “Leader” Certification*
• Possess a current Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification (preferred)
• Possess a current CPO or AFO certification (preferred)
• Possess a current YMCA “Team-Leader” Certification (preferred)
• Be able to pass a written/physical assessment prior to duty
• Have visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and physical ability to act swiftly in emergency situations
• Have ability to observe participant activities adequately, enforce safety regulations, and apply appropriate policies and procedures

*Current certification not necessary – certification/training is available!

Red Cross Lifeguard Prerequisite Skills

• 250 yard continuous swim (freestyle or breaststroke) demonstrating endurance and breath control (face in the water), then tread water for 2 minutes continuously using legs only (no hands), then swim 50 more yards using freestyle or breaststroke.
• Brick rescue within 1 minute 40 seconds (without the use of goggles, swim 20 yards, dive 7-10 feet to retrieve 10lb object, return to starting point on back with both hands on brick, exit without using ladder or steps).

YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Prerequisite Skills

• 25 yards Front Crawl (with side-breathing)
• 25 yards Back Crawl
• 25 yards Breaststroke
• 25 yards Butterfly (or your best attempt)
• 25 yards Side Stroke
• 25 yards Elementary Backstroke