Aquatics Coordinator

As a thought-leader and best-in-class provider in education, wellness, youth development, and community-building, The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is one of the oldest and most essential non-profits serving in Atlanta. Today, we’re looking for you to join us as we carry out our mission to positively impact lives and communities across the state.

At the Y, we’re an association of like-minded people (staff, volunteers, and members), on the forefront of a movement to ensure that everyone - especially children - experience an equal opportunity to reach their full potential. In the course of a year, we provide more than 3,000 children, ages 6 weeks through Pre-K with high-quality literacy and STEAM-infused learning; give 58,000 youth and teens access to sports, aquatics, day and resident camps, teen leadership development programs, and employment opportunities; provide over 200,000 members with programs, services, and facilities to enjoy connection and maintain wellness regardless of age; and engage over 25,000 volunteers and donors from across Atlanta to share in the gift of supporting their communities.

The opportunities to serve are vast, and we’re looking for a diverse mix of people, who share our values of CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY, to join us and do their best work. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is reflected in our people, our members, and our partners. We are fully focused on equality and believe deeply in diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin and all the other wonderful characteristics that make us different.

Commitment to Health and Safety

The YMCA of Metro Atlanta has implemented a COVID-19 Vaccination requirement for all Full-Time positions. For further information, please visit our Vaccine Hub , or speak to your recruiter. Reasonable accommodations for medical and religious objections will be considered.

Nature and Scope:

Under the supervision of the Aquatics Director, the Aquatics Coordinator is responsible for ensuring the safety of facility patrons by preventing and responding to emergencies, supervising aquatic staff, and is responsible for maintaining the pool in accordance to the standards set forth by the Aquatics Department and the Georgia Health Department through the daily cleaning of the aquatics area. They will be responsible to ensure that the aquatics department will convey the mission, purpose, image and core values of the YMCA. They are responsible for maintaining schedules for staff, program development, assuring day-to-day compliance with all programs as well as maintaining applicable certification standards.

Minimum Requirements :

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• 3 years proven supervisory experience. Prior experience in aquatics leadership role a plus.
• Certified Pool Operator (within 6 months of hire).
• Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) and Oxygen (02) Training.
• Maintain certification or re-certification and/or by taking CEC’s.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
• Effective problem solving skills, multi-tasking, and strong organizational skills.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle and ability to travel locally.
• Current YMCA Lifeguard Instructor, ASHI Instructor and/or YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Trainer Certification Preferred
• Excellent customer service experience/standards
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends
• Y-USA Leader Certification (within 90 days of hire)
• Knowledge of emergency policies and procedures for the facility.
• Understanding of risk management issues and safety requirements for the facility.
• The ability to represent the YMCA in a mature and professional manner, holding true to a commitment to the YMCA’s values, philosophies and ideals.

Responsibilities :

• Adhere to and enforce rules and regulations of the YMCA and aquatics department, including maintaining pool’s chemical balance (in support of the Certified Pool Operator).
• Be in compliance with YMCA and Health Department standards.
• Ensure Pool cleanliness with aquatics staff. Report any mechanical needs to Branch Executive and/or support services.
• Check and record pool chemistry and discuss related chemistry or mechanical concerns with Branch Executive and support services.
• Maintains all aquatics programming and initiatives.
• Hold accountable and provide supervision of aquatics staff (could include interviewing, hiring, training, assigning and directing work, performance appraisals, and addressing complaints and resolving problems)
• Provide a level of direct service work in program areas (including but not limited to lifeguarding, swim lessons coverage, etc.)
• Create and maintain program calendars and schedules.
• Train staff in proper emergency policies and procedures through regular in-services (as LGI
• Maintain a professional attitude and appearance.
• Maintain constant surveillance of the water and the deck at all times.
• Be on time and in proper uniform for each shift.
• Be responsible for completing any incident reports properly and turning them into the Branch Leadership in a reasonable timeline.
• Give 100% attention to the patrons and operation of the pool area.
• Address questions and concerns of YMCA members with exceptional service and ensures adequate follow through in a timely manner.
• Maintain all current certifications (Lifeguard, CPR-PR, First-Aid).
• Attend all scheduled meetings, trainings and events.
• Beware of and follow all aquatic department policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned. YMCA.

YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES (Leader):

Relationships

Communication

Developing Others

Inclusion

Innovation

Quality Results

EFFECT ON END RESULT:

The effectiveness of this position is primarily measured by the stated satisfaction of members and ensuring a safe, clean and controlled environment in accordance with the Metro Atlanta YMCA Philosophy.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Walk, sit, crouch, stoop, kneel, stand, swim and climb.
• Potential exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.
• Lift, carry, push or pull up to 50 pounds in weight.
• Speak concisely and effectively communicate.
• Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency.

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