Aquatics Program Lead & Lifeguard Manager

YMCA Lafayette; Freehold (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Freehold Family YMCA is seeking an Aquatics Coordinator to supervise the lifeguard team, coordinate scheduling, training, and on-deck supervision to ensure safe, compliant pool operations.

The role serves as the primary contact for aquatics staff and facilities, ensuring staffing and maintenance meet state and local health department requirements. A focus on safety, training, and exceptional programming is essential.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Current American Red Cross lifeguard, First Aid, CPR/AED and oxygen administration certifications.
• YMCA Swim Lesson V.6 Instructor Certification within 90 days of employment.
• Demonstrated ability to assist children and others in developing swimming skills.
• Ability to teach skills to others.
• Online Safe Lifting and Slips, Trip and Fall Training within 90 days.
• The YMCA of the Jersey Shore Team Member Orientation within 90 days.
• Maintain certification level of physical and mental readiness.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and support to aquatics programming and drives enrollment to meet revenue and budget goals.
• Mentors aquatic staff including lifeguards and swim instructors through onboarding and training.
• Instructs swimming lessons as assigned per YMCA guidelines and supports scheduling and guards on deck.
• Maintains safe swimming conditions, enforces health and safety rules, and ensures emergency readiness.
• Monitors daily chemical readings and reports issues in pump rooms.
• Develops positive relationships with participants and parents to encourage involvement and volunteers.
• Assists with pool administration including Swim Lessons and Masters programs scheduling.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings; follows all YMCA policies and procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Staff mentoring

Scheduling

Teaching swimming

Education

American Red Cross Lifeguard

First Aid/CPR/AED

Oxygen administration

YMCA Swim Lesson V.6

Job description

Freehold Family YMCA is seeking an Aquatics Coordinator to supervise the lifeguard team, coordinate scheduling, training, and on-deck supervision to ensure safe, compliant pool operations.

The role serves as the primary contact for aquatics staff and facilities, ensuring staffing and maintenance meet state and local health department requirements. A focus on safety, training, and exceptional programming is essential.