Aquatics Lifeguard & Safety Coordinator

YMCA
Salary
$50,000.00
$55,000.00
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Lead with purpose! Join the Wallingford Family YMCA as our Aquatics Lifeguard & Safety Coordinator and help keep our community safe.
Job Description

Make an impact both on deck and behind the scenes! The Wallingford Family YMCA is seeking an experienced and safety-focused Aquatics Lifeguard & Safety (AQLS) Coordinator to help lead our aquatics team and ensure the highest standards of safety and quality across our programs. This position plays a key leadership role in lifeguard training, staff development, evaluations, scheduling, and day-to-day aquatics operations. If you’re a strong leader who is passionate about water safety, developing others, and strengthening your community, we invite you to bring your talents to the Y!

Under the supervision of the Sr. Director of Aquatics & Community Development and within the policies established by the Wallingford Family YMCA, the AQLS Coordinator is responsible for planning and delivering of aquatics in-service trainings, conducting lifeguard staff evaluations, and weekly scheduling for lifeguard staff. The AQLS Coordinator will supervise, schedule, evaluate staff and programs to ensure the highest quality and safety for all members and program participants. Weekend & daytime hours required in coordination with the Senior Director.

Qualifications
  1. A minimum of 2 years of experience working in the Aquatics field. Experience managing multiple pools is preferred.
  2. Current American Red Cross or YMCA lifeguarding certification and CPR/AED/First Aid certifications required.
  3. American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification within 6 months of hire.
  4. Certified Pool Operator certification, Lifeguard Management certification, and YSL Swim Instructor V6 certification or Water Safety Instructor (WSI) preferred.
  5. Additional training must be completed as required by the Wallingford Family YMCA, State of Connecticut and/or Federal Government.
  6. Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation or a related field required.
  7. Good communication skills; leadership and team-building skills are imperative.
  8. Must be 21 years or older.
  9. Must exhibit the core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility in all aspects of work with the YMCA.
Essential Functions
  1. Uphold and exemplify high standards of customer service by being professional, courteous, alert and diplomatic.
  2. Assist in recruitment, training, development, and evaluation of aquatics staff.
  3. Provide training and guidance to new lifeguard staff.
  4. Assist with leadership at all lifeguard/swim instructor in-service trainings and meetings, including evaluations of lifeguards (within the first 90 days and throughout the year).
  5. Coordinate and schedule lifeguard shifts in conjunction with facility and rental needs.
  6. Coordinate substitute procedures for staff; record all changes and maintain up-to-date staff schedule. Be accountable for coverage of all assigned lifeguard shifts.
  7. Ensure records of staff certification are current and complete.
  8. Provide direct service as a lifeguard and/or swim instructor as needed; guard and/or teach in the absence of a scheduled lifeguard or swim instructor as necessary. Required to guard 10-20 hrs per week.
  9. Guard all swimmers; eliminate unsafe practices and physical hazards. Maintain general pool rules. Administer proper first aid and carry out emergency procedures in the event of an accident.
  10. Supervise aquatic staff in the absence of the Aquatics Sr. Director.
  11. Inspect and ensure high standards of maintenance, cleanliness, and repair of aquatic equipment and supplies, including first aid and emergency supplies.
  12. Test and manage pools in accordance with Wallingford Family YMCA policies and guidelines, including, but not limited to, chemical levels and emergency situations.
  13. Participate as a part of the Aquatics staff team in providing a safe and enjoyable environment for all members and guests.
  14. Assist with the creation of new programs and new collaborations including helping to create new approaches to serve the needs of program participants. Assist in the marketing and distribution of program information.
  15. Answer questions and explain aquatics programs to the public, including answering emails, voicemails, and in-person inquiries.
  16. Keep informed of all changes in the schedule and upcoming events.
  17. Gather information and prepare reports as directed.
  18. Participate on at least one committee within the YMCA or community.
  19. Oversight of Wallingford YMCA Risk & Safety Committee
  20. Create and run at minimum one Aquatic Safety & Awareness event per year.
  21. Participate in and/or volunteer for at least one Community Support Campaign event per year.
  22. All other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Required Certifications
  1. Current American Red Cross or YMCA lifeguarding certification and CPR/AED/First Aid certifications required.
  2. American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification within 6 months of hire.
  3. Certified Pool Operator certification, Lifeguard Management certification, and YSL Swim Instructor V6 certification or Water Safety Instructor (WSI) preferred.