Aquatics Coordinator Full Time

YMCA • Trussville, AL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Turn your passion for aquatics into leadership impact. Help create a safe, high-energy, and welcoming environment where swimmers, families, and staff can thrive all season long. In accordance with the YMCA's Christian Principles, the Aquatics Leadership Team Member supports the daily operation of the aquatic facility while helping ensure the safety, engagement, and success of all participants and staff. This role combines front-line lifeguarding and swim instruction responsibilities with leadership duties including staff support, scheduling assistance, training coordination, and program operations. This position plays an important role in building a positive aquatic experience while upholding the YMCA’s Core Values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Minimum of 2 years of aquatics experience required
• Current YMCA or American Red Cross certifications in: Lifeguarding, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid
• Must maintain all required certifications throughout employment
• Must exemplify the YMCA character values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds

Nice To Haves

• Thorough knowledge of aquatic programming preferred

Responsibilities

• Support the Aquatics Director with staff supervision, scheduling, and daily operations
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming aquatic environment
• Average a minimum of 25 hours per week guarding shifts or teaching swim lessons (seasonal adjustments may apply)
• Average a minimum of 15 hours per week completing leadership duties (not to exceed 40 total hours weekly)
• Assist with coordinating special events including swim meets, pool parties, and birthday parties
• Recruit, support, and help train aquatics staff to maintain high safety and program standards
• Maintain accurate records including water readings, schedules, and cleaning logs
• Ensure all opening and closing procedures are completed properly
• Help prepare pools and facilities for inspections
• Enforce aquatic rules, procedures, and safety guidelines
• Address member concerns professionally and positively
• Communicate important information to the Aquatics Director in a timely manner
• Attend and assist with in-service trainings
• Report facility issues, safety concerns, or policy violations to supervisors
• Perform additional duties and trainings as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (with significant employer contribution)
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Generous retirement plan with 12% employer contribution once eligible
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Free YMCA membership for you and your household
• Significant discounts on YMCA programs (including childcare, after-school programs, and summer camps)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed