What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aquatics Program Coordinator position at YMCA of Pierce & Kitsap Counties?
The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking an Aquatics Program Coordinator to join our team!
The YMCA focuses on empowering people in all forms, by improving health and well-being and inspiring action in and across our neighborhoods.
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading non-profit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
As an Aquatics Program Coordinator, you will be responsible for developing, organizing, and implementing high quality and member-focused YMCA Aquatic programming while maintaining supervision of Aquatics Staff and Swim Instructors. If hired for this position, you may also be expected to provide leadership, instruction, and motivation in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. All while creating a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with member relations and involvement, member service inquires, complaints and concerns related to the aquatics department. Responsible for new program sign-ups, and program needs. May process financial assistance request.
- Assist with the hiring, training, scheduling and supervision of staff. Attend regular staff meetings and assist as needed. Ensure program requirements are enforced.
- Assist with promoting program awareness through publications, marketing materials, and member promotion programs. Participate in community/facility events.
- Knowing/reviewing all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
- Assist with fundraising and special event efforts; serve as a staff liaison for fundraising team. Provide staff leadership for branch special events.
- Follow and enforce safety standards, policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent preferred.
- Experience in lifeguarding and swim instruction.
- One to two years related experience preferred, as a coordinator of people or activities.
- Positive attitude and previous experience with diverse populations.
- Demonstrate excellent organizational, interpersonal, and problem solving skills.
- Demonstrated skills in customer service, public relations, organizational skills, communications, supervision, computer knowledge, and file maintenance (preferred).
- Knowledge of current aquatic safety and program standards, latest trends in aquatics and the ability to articulate and incorporate them (preferred).
- CPR, First Aid, AED certifications (preferred).
- Willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and complete other online and in-person training as required.
- Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
Wage: $19.50 to $21.50 per hour, depending on qualifications
Hours: Part-Time, Up to 25 hours per week
Location: Tom Taylor Family YMCA, Gig Harbor, WA
Benefits:
All YMCA Employees receive the below benefits:
- A Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360 virtual streaming membership
- Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year
- Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program, and LifeMart employee discount center
- Professional training, education, and certification opportunities
- 20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services and merchandise
Part-Time employees who work more than 20 hrs./week are eligible for the below voluntary benefit options:
- HealthiestYou: by Teladoc (24/7 virtual general medical care access for non-emergency conditions)
- Willamette Dental Plan
- VSP Vision Plan
Ignite your Passion, Live the Y Cause, and Join our Team! To apply visit our website at www.ymcapkc.org.
The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout our organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled.
Salary : $20 - $22
