Aquatics Coordinator

YMCA of Metro Atlanta•Covington, GA

22h

About The Position

The Aquatics Coordinator works under the supervision of the Aquatics Director and helps ensure facility patrons’ safety by preventing and responding to emergencies. The role also supports pool maintenance in accordance with Aquatics Department and Georgia Health Department standards, oversees aquatic staff schedules and programming, and helps ensure day-to-day compliance with program requirements and certification standards. The position is based at the Covington Family YMCA.

Requirements

Associate degree in public administration, exercise science, or a related field, or a high school diploma and at least one year of aquatics experience.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Current lifeguard certification.
Certified Pool Operator certification within six months of hire.
AED and oxygen training, and First Aid/CPR training, within 30 days of hire.
Maintain certifications or recertifications and complete continuing education credits as applicable.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
Effective problem-solving, multitasking, and strong organizational skills.
Excellent customer service experience or standards.
Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Y-USA Leader Certification within 90 days of hire.
Understanding of risk-management issues and facility safety requirements.
Ability to represent the YMCA in a mature and professional manner and uphold its values, philosophies, and ideals.
Ability to pass a pre-employment background check, including criminal record check, drug screening, motor vehicle record check, and reference check.
Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Experience in an aquatics leadership role.
Current YMCA Lifeguard Instructor, ASHI Instructor, and/or YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Trainer certification.

Responsibilities

Maintain aquatics staff schedules for all shifts, including opening and closing responsibilities.
Develop and maintain aquatic programs, initiatives, calendars, and schedules.
Ensure day-to-day program compliance and maintain applicable certification standards.
Follow and enforce YMCA and Aquatics Department rules and regulations, including maintaining pool chemical balance in support of the Certified Pool Operator.
Meet YMCA and Health Department standards and ensure pool cleanliness with aquatics staff.
Report mechanical needs to the Branch Executive and/or support services.
Check and record pool chemistry and discuss chemistry or mechanical concerns with the Branch Executive and support services.
Train staff in emergency policies and procedures through regular in-services.
Maintain constant surveillance of the water and pool deck.
Complete incident reports properly and submit them to Branch Leadership.
Give full attention to patrons and pool-area operations.
Address YMCA members’ questions and concerns with exceptional service and timely follow-through.
Attend scheduled meetings, trainings, and events.
Follow Aquatics Department policies and procedures.