Lead Aquatics Specialist & Lifeguard Instructor

YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metro Area

Grand Rapids (MI)

On-site

USD 26,000 - 29,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA Family Membership
20% Childcare Discount
Comprehensive Medical Coverage
Dental and Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Retirement Savings Plan (403(b))
Life Insurance
Pay on Demand
Professional Growth

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids is seeking a Lead Aquatics Specialist to supervise the aquatic facility and oversee programs. The role requires a mix of on-deck leadership, lifeguarding, swim instruction, and administrative duties to maintain safety and quality experiences for members.

Responsibilities include staffing coordination, safety compliance, lesson rosters, and coordinating with the Aquatics Director.

Qualifications

  • Lifeguard certification and CPR/First Aid training required.
  • Experience supervising staff and coordinating deck activities preferred.
  • Ability to lead by example and train new lifeguards and instructors.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain a visible pool deck presence with lifeguarding and swim instruction.
  • Complete lesson rosters and coordinate staff shifts.
  • Orientate new staff and inform Director about staff certifications.
  • Replenish First Aid supplies and administer First Aid/CPR as needed.
  • Schedule lifeguards and swim instructors; support audits and registrations.

Skills

Lifeguarding
Swim instruction
CPR
Emergency response
Computer literacy

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Registrations software

Job description

The YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids is seeking a Lead Aquatics Specialist to supervise the aquatic facility and oversee programs. The role requires a mix of on-deck leadership, lifeguarding, swim instruction, and administrative duties to maintain safety and quality experiences for members.

Responsibilities include staffing coordination, safety compliance, lesson rosters, and coordinating with the Aquatics Director.

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