Aquatics Operations Lead: Camps & Lifeguard Certs

YMCA of the USA; New Canaan (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

New Canaan YMCA, part of the YMCA of the USA network, seeks an Assistant Aquatics Director to lead lifeguard scheduling, pool operations, and certification courses. You will coordinate staff for summer camps, oversee aquatics programs, and assist in budgeting and program development under the Senior Director of Aquatics.

The role requires current lifeguard certifications, leadership experience, and a 21+ age requirement per state regulations.

Qualifications

• Must hold current Lifeguarding certification including Deep Water with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid.
• Must hold Waterfront Skills, Lifeguard Instructor, and Y Water Safety Swim Instructor or obtain Lifeguard Instructor and Y Swim Instructor within 6 months.
• Age 21+ due to Connecticut state regulations for summer camp responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide lifeguard schedules and pool schedules for the facility.
• Coordinate lifeguard certification courses and staff instruction.
• Oversee pool maintenance and cleanliness routines.
• Serve as the point of contact for aquatics staff and operations.
• Assist Senior Director of Aquatics with swim instruction administration and program development.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Critical thinking

Leadership experience

Education

Lifeguard Certification

Lifeguard Instructor

Y Water Safety Swim Instructor

Job description

New Canaan YMCA, part of the YMCA of the USA network, seeks an Assistant Aquatics Director to lead lifeguard scheduling, pool operations, and certification courses. You will coordinate staff for summer camps, oversee aquatics programs, and assist in budgeting and program development under the Senior Director of Aquatics.

The role requires current lifeguard certifications, leadership experience, and a 21+ age requirement per state regulations.