Aquatics Programs Lead & Safety Advocate

Mitsubishi International Corporation; North Royalton (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA is seeking an experienced aquatics program supervisor to assist in planning, managing, and implementing safety programs across assigned branches. You will support marketing, events, and staff scheduling while ensuring high-quality operations and adherence to child protection policies.

The role requires at least a high school diploma, with preferred associate degree, and at least one year in aquatic programming and supervision.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Associate degree preferred.
• Minimum of one year of aquatic programming experience.
• Minimum of one year of aquatic instruction.
• Minimum of one year supervisory experience preferred.
• Current CPR/AED Pro, O2 Management, First Aid.
• Current YMCA lifeguarding or ARC Lifeguarding and Instructor certification.
• Water Safety Instructor or YMCA Swim Instructor certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage aquatic safety programs and services for assigned branches.
• Assist in marketing and distribution of program information.
• Build relationships with participants and families.
• Develop relations with parent groups and other agencies.
• Sanitize equipment and maintain pool area.
• Supervise staff, schedule, and verify hours.
• Ensure compliance with YMCA safety and child protection policies.
• Organize and maintain program materials; report damaged items and assist with pool maintenance.
• Deliver monthly in-service training and safety audits.
• Assist in interviewing and staffing needs; support branch leadership.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Lifeguard/CPR

Child protection awareness

Safety procedures

Staff supervision

Program operations

Interpersonal with families

In-service training

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

YMCA is seeking an experienced aquatics program supervisor to assist in planning, managing, and implementing safety programs across assigned branches. You will support marketing, events, and staff scheduling while ensuring high-quality operations and adherence to child protection policies.

The role requires at least a high school diploma, with preferred associate degree, and at least one year in aquatic programming and supervision.