Aquatics Coordinator – Kroc Center – Full-time w/ Benefits
About The Position
The Kroc Center in Green Bay, is seeking a full-time Aquatics Coordinator. In this position, you'll play a pivotal role in promoting water safety and ensuring that children in our community have the opportunity to learn a life-saving skill. Your work will directly contribute to creating a safe and welcoming environment for seniors to maintain a healthy lifestyle through aquatic activities. Moreover, you'll be an integral part of providing families with a secure space to build lasting memories and foster a sense of community through aquatic programs and events. The Aquatics Coordinator will assist the Aquatics Manager at the Wisconsin & Upper Michigan Division of the Salvation Army Kroc Center with providing oversight for the daily operations of the aquatics center. Responsibilities will include scheduling and training staff, assisting with program development, record keeping and data entry into software system, lead and instruct aquatic activities and assist the Aquatics Manager with administrative functions.
Requirements
- High school degree or equivalent.
- Two years of related work experience.
- Two or more years of college preferred
- Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification required.
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification required within 90 days of employment.
- Certified Water Aerobics instructor/Silver Sneakers required within 90 days of employment
- Certified Pool Operator strongly recommended.
- Applicant must possess a valid Wisconsin Driver’s license with clearance to drive from The Salvation Army’s insurance carrier.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to maintain a self-motivated and self-directed schedule.
- Ability to address multiple projects in a timely manner while being responsive and detail-oriented.
- Ability to interact with co-workers and the public in a positive, professional manner.
- Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds and circumstances
- Strong computer skills, including use of Microsoft Office products, e-mail, and Internet.
- Knowledge of all four competitive strokes (Front Crawl/Freestyle, Backstroke, Breaststroke, and Butterfly), and the two recreation/survival strokes (Elementary Backstroke and Sidestroke)
- Working with infants, children, and adults in small and large group settings.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends and holidays.
Nice To Haves
- American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Certification recommended
- Certified Pool Operator strongly recommended.
Responsibilities
- Facilitates a safe Aquatic Center environment for all Kroc Center staff, volunteers, members and participants.
- Schedules aquatics staff, monitors and reports to Aquatics Manager on the work performance of the Lead Lifeguards, Swim Instructors, Lifeguards, and Attendants and monitors ACA compliance for all aquatics staff
- Assist in the planning, directing, and guidance of the swim lessons and lifeguarding classes and activities of the Kroc Center.
- Act as a Swim Instructor and/or Lead Lifeguard for assigned programs.
- Coordinate Swim Lessons and field trips (rentals).
- Assist the Aquatics Manager with timely and accurate record keeping, including the areas of statistical reports related to all aquatics programs, accounting of expenditures and other reports as directed.
- Ensure the attractive appearance, operational function, and general upkeep of the aquatic center including equipment and furnishings. Assist in the procurement, maintenance and repair of aquatic equipment and facilities as necessary and within capability.
- Participate in designated staff meetings, training and professional development courses as directed by supervisor.
- The Aquatics Coordinator will act as the Instructor and or Lifeguard, only when other options are exhausted. The Aquatics Coordinator will be the first line of backup coverage for vacant shifts and will be responsible for providing coverage whenever possible.
Benefits
- excellent health, dental, vision, and hearing insurance
- generous paid time off that includes 10 days of vacation per year, 12 sick days per year (6 of which can be taken like vacation days), 12 paid holidays, 2 personal days, and the ability to earn an additional 2 days of PTO through our wellness program
- The Salvation Army also contributes generously to a pension on your behalf and offers short term disability, long term disability, and life insurance, as well as a variety of other great benefits
- paid training and professional development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
