Aquatics Specialist

YMCA•Bethlehem, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Aquatics Specialist helps maintain a safe, welcoming aquatic environment by supervising pool participants, providing lifeguard coverage, teaching swim lessons, delivering customer service, and supporting aquatic program operations. The role is full-time and hourly in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, at $21.00–$21.50 per hour. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, as is experience in pool management or aquatics administration and teaching swim lessons. Current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification is required, or the ability to obtain it upon hire; training is provided.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification, or ability to obtain certification upon hire; training is provided.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
One or more years of experience in pool management or aquatics administration preferred.
One or more years of experience teaching swim lessons preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure the safety and active supervision of pool participants by maintaining a secure and welcoming aquatic environment.
Provide professional lifeguard coverage, continuously monitor the pool area, and respond promptly and effectively to emergencies.
Teach group and private swim lessons, emphasizing water safety, skill development, confidence-building, and individualized instruction.
Deliver exceptional customer service to participants, families, and community members.
Monitor pool operations to ensure compliance with safety standards, policies, and procedures.
Assist with the daily operation, organization, and administration of aquatic programs and activities.
Support the aquatics program through teamwork, professionalism, and a commitment to participant safety and engagement.