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What you’ll do
1) Staff Leadership & Development
· Hire, train, supervise, and mentor swim instructors and lifeguards, including onboarding, performance management, scheduling, and payroll.
· Plan and facilitate staff meetings, in-service trainings, and professional development opportunities.
2) Program Management & Operations
· Plan, coordinate, and manage all Aquatics programs (swim lessons, lifeguard courses, private lessons, and pool usage).
· Maintain schedules, attendance, rosters, and participant progress tracking.
· Serve as on-deck supervisor for swim lessons.
3) Safety & Risk Management
· Ensure compliance with YMCA and Red Cross safety standards.
· Implement emergency procedures, administer first aid/CPR as needed, and maintain accurate incident reporting.
· Conduct daily and weekly inspections of pool, equipment, and facilities.
4) Member & Community Relations
· Maintain positive relationships with members, participants, and community partners.
· Respond to inquiries, concerns, and class cancellations promptly.
5) Compliance & Administrative Duties
· Track and maintain staff certifications, program records, chemical logs, and safety checklists.
· Ensure implementation of Y-USA swim curriculum in all lessons.
6) Program Growth & Initiative
· Identify opportunities to improve programs, increase participation, and enhance member experiences.
7) Other Duties
· Perform additional tasks as assigned to support Aquatics department and YMCA mission.
Red Cross lifeguard and YMCA swim lesson instructor
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