What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full-Time Aquatics Coordinator position at YMCA?
The Aquatics Coordinator is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and day-to-day
operations of all Aquatics programs at the YMCA of Mount Vernon. This role includes staff
supervision, program scheduling, safety oversight, and implementation of swim curricula. The
Aquatics Coordinator operates independently to ensure high-quality programming and a safe
aquatic environment, with guidance and oversight from the Director of Membership & Community
Engagement
1. One to two years related experience preferred
2. Typical requirements within 30 days of hire include: completion of: CPR; First Aid; AED; Bloodborne Pathogens.
3. Completion of Red Cross Lifeguard and YMCA swim lesson instructor trainings
- Hire, train, supervise, and mentor swim instructors and lifeguards, including onboarding,
- Plan and facilitate staff meetings, in-service trainings, and professional development
- Plan, coordinate, and manage all Aquatics programs (swim lessons, lifeguard courses,
- Maintain schedules, attendance, rosters, and participant progress tracking.
- Serve as on-deck supervisor for swim lessons.
- Ensure compliance with YMCA and Red Cross safety standards.
- Implement emergency procedures, administer first aid/CPR as needed, and maintain
- Conduct daily and weekly inspections of pool, equipment, and facilities.
- Maintain positive relationships with members, participants, and community partners.
- Respond to inquiries, concerns, and class cancellations promptly.
- Track and maintain staff certifications, program records, chemical logs, and safety
- Ensure implementation of Y-USA swim curriculum in all lessons.
- Identify opportunities to improve programs, increase participation, and enhance member
- Perform additional tasks as assigned to support Aquatics department and YMCA mission
Lifeguard certified (or willing to obtain) and ready to become a Lifeguard Instructor and Swim Lesson Instructor