Aquatics Program Coordinator Job Description

Aquatics Program Coordinator

Under the supervision of the Membership Services Director, the Aquatics Coordinator will be responsible for the management of aquatic staff and programming at Sherman Lake YMCA. All aspects of the aquatic’s programs will reinforce the four principles of Honesty, Caring, Respect, and Responsibility. 

The Aquatics Coordinator is responsible for maintaining the highest safety standards in every aspect of the recreation center aquatic programs and pool management.  The ability to manage multiple tasks and work with all people is essential.  Good interpersonal skills and willingness to be a team player is important. The Aquatics Coordinator will carry out the responsibilities in accordance with established operating policies and procedures of the YMCA, ACA, and county, state, and federal agencies.

EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor’s degree in related field

  • At least 1 year working as a certified lifeguard

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

  • Current certification in Basic Life Support, Basic First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen Administration from ASHI or American Red Cross

  • Current YMCA or Red Cross Lifeguard certification

  • (Preferred) YMCA Swim Lesson or American Red Cross WSI instructor certificates

  • (Preferred) YMCA Lifeguard Instructor and ASHI BLS/FA/O2 Instructor certification OR a willingness to obtain Instructor-level certification within 60 days of hire.

    • Copies of certifications must be on file and it will be the individuals’ responsibility to update before cards expires.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

These are the principal activities of the Aquatics Coordinator and are not meant to be all inclusive. Other responsibilities, duties, and tasks can be assigned by the positions supervisor and/or the CEO. It is the Aquatics Coordinators responsibility that the following takes place:

  • Responsible for the safety of all recreation center aquatic participants.

  • Research and develop community-driven aquatic programs that fit within the Sherman Lake YMCA Outdoor Center mission, contribute income above their total expenses, and are coordinated with the pool and facility’s entire programmatic usage.

  • Hire, schedule, and ensure pool lifeguard shift coverage and aquatic program staffing in the pool for hours when the recreation building pool is open.

  • Train aquatic personnel at the Sherman Lake YMCA Outdoor Center.

  • Certify staff in CPR, first aid, and water related certifications as needed.

  • Responsible for the safety of all aquatic participants as assigned.

  • Ensure safety and incident reports are completed and turned in immediately after occurrence to both the Membership Services Director and the Business Manager.

ABOUT SHERMAN LAKE YMCA

The Sherman Lake YMCA Outdoor Center, offers camping, education, & retreat services, as well as a on site fitness center. We are located on 365 acres of forested woodland and waterfront in Augusta, Michigan. Sherman Lake YMCA Outdoor Center, located in southwestern MI (Augusta), delivers life-changing experiences through the discovery of the great outdoors, skill development and guidance in the importance of building healthy relationships.

Please submit resume to Jill Angell, Member Services Director or Jennifer Costie, Business Manager by May 31,2022.