FT Team Leader- Aquatics

Greater Philadelphia YMCA • Royersford, PA

95d

About The Position

The Advanced Aquatics Team Leader is a high-profile leadership position responsible for helping lead the overall direction, coordination, operation, and success of the Department at the Greater Philadelphia YMCA. This role is guided by the principle of Connecting People to Healthier Lives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in related field
• 21+ years of age
• 2+ years of experience with current ARC Lifeguard/Water Park, CPR for Professional Rescuer, First Aid, Administering Emergency Oxygen and YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor certification with 2 years of related experience
• 2+ years experience in fitness, recreation management, or similar
• 2+ years experience managing 50+ team members
• 2+ years experience managing Profit and Loss (P&L) statements and budgets
• Experience providing high-end member service and managing member concerns
• Ability to use water chemistry test kit

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in the delivery of quality within the YMCA aquatic department
• Monitor all programs and staff in the pool assigned
• Ensure program quality and monitor staff performance and member service
• Ensure the swimming facility is meeting or exceeding the Aquatic Safety Standards
• Facilitate monthly in-service meetings that include skill review
• Supervise staff and ensure appropriate staffing of pool
• Develop high quality aquatics programs, including swim lessons and water fitness that meet the needs of the community
• Ensure quality program delivery by certified staff and effective use of resources including staffing
• Ensure safety and prevent injuries by supervising pool area
• Administer first aid to victims using OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Universal Precautions until Emergency Medical Service arrives
• Maintain current certifications and physical fitness
• Communicate all pool rules and ensure that you are accessible and identifiable
• Maintain pool logs, incident/accident reports, locker room checks and other documents as required
• Perform pool maintenance duties in accordance with OSHA Hazardous Materials Precautions. Perform water quality testing
• May be required to pursue POOL Operator or CPO certification and backwash pool filtration system and monitor pool chemicals
• May be required to pursue PA Department of Agriculture Category 24 Pesticide Applicator or Technician certification

Benefits

• Free YMCA membership - access to all branches
• Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurances
• Generous Paid Time Off + 6 paid holidays throughout the year
• Supplemental insurance benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees