Job Description

OF POSITION:

Responsible for the direct supervision, control, and safety of all staff members, YMCA members, guests, and program participants during all aquatic activities.

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Maintains safe swimming conditions in their area of responsibility and being readily available while on shift. The Aquatics Coordinator is responsible for responding to any level of incident or emergency around the pool areas and the facility maintaining YMCA and American Red Cross Standards. The Aquatics Coordinator is responsible for maintaining communication and relationships with other staff/ members/ guests while enforcing our established rules in a fair and polite manner and completing any other tasks assigned by the Aquatics Director.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Supervises personnel including lifeguards, swim instructors, water fitness instructors, coaches and volunteers as needed.
• Maintains active surveillance of the pool area. Scan to see entire area of protection
• Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures. Observance of the 10/20 rule. Completes related reports as required.
• Maintain effective, positive relationships with members, participants and other staff.
• Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area. Maintains accurate records as required by the YMCA and/or the state Health Department code.
• Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed.
• Checks the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving.
• Performs chemical testing when not guarding , as required, and takes appropriate action.
• Attends all staff meetings and in-service training.
• Participate in LRD’S as directed by Aquatics Direction, YMCA and ARC.
• Assist with various camps and programs as assigned.
• Perform various opening and closing duties as described on the daily to do list.
• Perform various maintenance duties as directed to maintain a clean and safe facility.
• Vacuum pool bottom, empty skimmer baskets, skim the surface of the pools; prepare pool surroundings for daily use including but not limited to straightening tables, chairs, pool equipment and offices and dispose of trash and debris.
• Maintain amenities and cleanliness of the changing rooms and bathrooms. Maintain guard shack and storage areas as needed.
• Keep Director informed of any problems arising with patrons, other staff or the facility.
• Arrive at least 5 minutes before shift starts. Be able to be stand ready and on stand at the start of your shift
• Do not read or use phone (including air pods, and smart watch) while on stand or other than on break.
• While off stand but not on break be readily available and look approachable to assist members, enforce rules and assist guard on stand.
• Wear a proper lifeguard uniform and address environmental concerns. Uniform includes: outer layer that identifies you as a lifeguard, polarized sunglasses (if sunny and pool gear), Fanny pack with properly inflated big easy rescue mask and gloves, whistle, hat or visor if desired.
• Accurately report work time via approved YMCA Clocking Method: Branch Kiosk, YMCA site phone, YMCA iPad or timesheet.

YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

Mission Advancement Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

Collaboration Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Minimum age of 18
• Must have worked a minimum of 4 seasons.
• Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid and Emergency Oxygen.
• Current ARC certification
• Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness.
• Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA and ARC standards.
• Must take and complete required training courses before the first shift as determined by your supervisor and/or human resources.

WORK SCHEDULE:

The work schedules may vary per the Y’s hours of operation. Most Y’s are open 7 days a week:

Mon. – Fri. 5:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Sat. 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Sun. 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere around the zone of responsibility.
• Must be able to remain alert and with no lapses of consciousness.
• Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to work in extreme weather temperatures/conditions (i.e extremely hot climates with appropriate breaks).
• Ability to perform strenuous physical tasks necessary for a water rescue.
• See and observe all sections of an assigned zone or area of responsibility.
• Ability to perceive, identify and respond to signs of distress.