Aquatics Specialist

rcymcaexternal; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Discounts on child care

Discounts on summer camp programs

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

6 paid holidays

Job summary

YMCA of Bethlehem seeks an Aquatics Specialist to ensure a safe, welcoming pool environment and to lead swim lessons for participants of all ages.

You will provide lifeguard coverage, respond to emergencies promptly, and assist with daily aquatic operations while delivering excellent customer service to families and community members.

Qualifications

• 18+ years of age required.
• HS diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1+ years pool/aquatics admin experience preferred.
• Red Cross Lifeguard certification required or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and active supervision of pool participants.
• Provide lifeguard coverage and respond to emergencies.
• Teach group and private swim lessons with safety emphasis.
• Deliver customer service to participants and families.
• Monitor operations for safety standards and policies.
• Assist with daily operations of aquatic programs.
• Support aquatics team through teamwork and engagement.

Skills

Pool management experience

Aquatics administration

Swim lesson instruction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Red Cross Lifeguard certification (or ability to obtain)

Job description

Aquatics Specialist

Bethlehem, PA | Full Time, Hourly |$21.00 - $21.50 per hour

Love swimming and connecting with people? We got you.

We are looking for individuals age 18+ to serve as our Aquatics Specialist. As an Aquatics Specialist, you will develop important skills such as communication, leadership and responsibility that will serve you for a lifetime!

Some rewards for joining our team:

• Free YMCA membership - access to all branches!


• Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs


• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurances


• Generous Paid Time Off + 6 paid holidays throughout the year


• Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome!


• Supplemental insurance benefits

What is needed to be our Aquatics Specialist:

• 18+ years of age


• High school diploma or equivalent preferred


• 1+ years of experience in pool management or aquatics administration preferred


• 1+ years of experience teaching swim lessons preferred


• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification required or ability to obtain certification upon hire (training provided)

The responsibilities we will trust you with as our Aquatics Specialist:

• Ensure the safety and active supervision of all pool participants by maintaining a secure and welcoming aquatic environment


• Provide professional lifeguard coverage, continuously monitoring the pool area and responding promptly and effectively to emergencies


• Teach group and private swim lessons, emphasizing water safety, skill development, confidence-building, and individualized instruction


• Deliver exceptional customer service to participants, families, and community members


• Monitor pool operations to ensure compliance with safety standards, policies, and procedures


• Assist with the daily operation, organization, and administration of aquatic programs and activities


• Support the overall success of the aquatics program through teamwork, professionalism, and a commitment to participant safety and engagement

What you can expect:

• Support from an amazing leadership team


• Opportunities to learn & grow at the YMCA


• Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger

YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer All Qualified Women, Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and US Veterans Encouraged to Apply