Aquatics Lead: Deck Safety & Team Coach

YMCA of Greater Seattle; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

YMCA membership

Health insurance (Medical, Dental, VIs

Retirement plan

Mental health resources

PTO—paid time off

Childcare discounts 25% (part-time) /

Childcare discounts 50% (full-time)

Full-time staff benefits

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Seattle is seeking an Aquatics Lead to ensure safety and effectiveness of our aquatic programs. You will supervise lifeguards and swim instructors, model professional conduct, and support staff with on-deck leadership.

You will train staff, coordinate drills, and oversee emergencies, while delivering lessons when needed and maintaining strong guest service. This role requires flexibility, strong communication, and a commitment to the Y’s values.

Qualifications

• 18+ years of age.
• Minimum of 2 years of lifeguarding and/or swim instruction with leadership abilities.
• Current lifeguard and swim instructor certifications from a recognized organization (e.g. Red Cross, YMCA).
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications.
• Current Administering Emergency Oxygen Certification.
• Ability to obtain YSLI-T and/or LGI within 90 days.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of aquatic safety and emergency response protocols.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Commitment to YMCA mission and values.
• Certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Leadership and feedback to lifeguards and swim instructors, modeling professionalism and safety.
• Assist in staff training and development, teach Lifeguard or Swim Lesson classes and in-service trainings.
• Act as primary deck contact, oversee operations, enforce safety policies, and be ready to teach or lifeguard as needed.
• Respond swiftly to aquatic emergencies and conduct drills and training exercises.
• Provide friendly, professional customer service to members and guests.
• Assist in administrative tasks like scheduling support and program planning feedback.
• Identify and mitigate safety hazards and maintain incident reports per YMCA policies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Flexibility

Education

Lifeguard and swim instructor certifications

CPR/AED and First Aid

Administering Emergency Oxygen

YSLI-T / LGI certification (within 90 days)

Tools

CPR/AED

Job description

The YMCA of Greater Seattle is seeking an Aquatics Lead to ensure safety and effectiveness of our aquatic programs. You will supervise lifeguards and swim instructors, model professional conduct, and support staff with on-deck leadership.

You will train staff, coordinate drills, and oversee emergencies, while delivering lessons when needed and maintaining strong guest service. This role requires flexibility, strong communication, and a commitment to the Y’s values.