Coordinator, Aquatics

YMCA of Metropolitan Denver•Littleton, CO

1d•$21 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Do you believe a pool can change lives? At the YMCA, we know the water is more than just a place to swim — it’s where confidence grows, leaders are developed, and our community learns lifelong safety skills. We’re looking for an energetic, organized, people-first Aquatics Coordinator to help lead our lifeguards and swim instructors and keep our aquatics programs safe, welcoming, and thriving. If you love building teams, mentoring young leaders, and making a splash in your community — this could be your lane. The Coordinator, Aquatics working as part of the branch management team, will help deliver world-class customer service and relationship building skills to create a welcoming environment at the YMCA. The incumbent oversees many aspects of programming including development, swim lessons, swim team, open swim, while ensuring a safe and clean aquatic department. The incumbent will also exhibit the core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility in all aspects of their work with the YMCA. For 150 years, the YMCA of Metro Denver has been more than a place - it is a movement that lifts spirit, mind and body for all. Our direction is clear: Elevate Lives and Rise Together. Grounded by our mission and strengthened by the global YMCA movement we will elevate our people, purpose, partnerships and promise.

Requirements

Current lifeguard certification (American Red Cross or equivalent)
CPR/AED & First Aid certification
Experience supervising or leading staff (aquatics preferred)
Strong communication and coaching skills
A commitment to safety, inclusion, and youth development
21 years of age or older
Must have American Red Cross/YMCA Lifeguard certification
Previous experience as a supervisor preferred
Previous experience with pool maintenance and swimming lessons preferred
Current CPR for professional rescuer, AED and Oxygen Administration
Certified Pool Operator Certificate preferred, otherwise must obtain with 6 months of hire

Nice To Haves

Bonus points for Lifeguard Instructor (LGI) or WSI certification
Experience with program scheduling and staff development
YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor certification -preferred

Responsibilities

Supervise, schedule, and support lifeguards and swim instructors
Ensure safety standards and risk management practices are followed at all times
Lead in-service trainings and ongoing skill development
Support swim lesson programming and participant experience
Model YMCA values: caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility
Help create a pool environment where every member feels they belong
Maintain pool safety when delivering swimming lessons; deliver lessons that provide students with the best opportunity to acquire skills for their level
Educate participants on pool rules and enforce rules as required
Remain current on all CPR, First Aid and other safety certification training
Report all accidents and incidents to your supervisor immediately using proper forms
Proactively clean up and/or repair areas used by the program
Be visible to members at all times-work towards branch membership retention goals
Keep daily attendance records and complete level skill sheets
Be in the water 50-100% of class time
Communicate with all participants/parents regarding the status of classes
Be knowledgeable and supportive of the YMCA annual support campaign, and general procedures and policies, including personnel guidelines, facility access procedures, membership policies, and emergency plans

Benefits

Free YMCA membership
Leadership development and professional growth
Medical, dental, vision & retirement benefits (for eligible full-time staff)
The opportunity to make a measurable impact in your community
Health and Vision Care
Dental
Generous Retirement Contribution Options -Includes company contribution of 10% once eligibility is met
Paid Time off
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Program Discounts
Employee Assistance Program