POSITION SUMMARY:

The Aquatics Coordinator is responsible for the development, implementation, and administration of all aquatics programming. In addition, every position in the YMCA of Coastal Georgia, Inc. is responsible for upholding the Judeo-Christian principles that are central to our mission by modeling behaviors that exemplify the four pillars of character - caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Work with HR to recruit, train, supervise and evaluate all aquatics staff to ensure a safe pool environment
• Maintain knowledge of current trends in aquatics and be able to implement new programs and ideas
• Plan, organize, implement, and evaluate all activities for the aquatics programs
• Maintain adequate records to evaluate, control, and measure the effectiveness of assigned areas of responsibility
• Uphold current facility maintenance standards in all major areas of responsibility
• Have the skills necessary to substitute for subordinate employees as required in case of staff shortages
• Assist in the overall retention and satisfaction of YMCA members through appropriate customer service
• Assist in the Annual Campaign fundraising program for the YMCA
• Maintain a positive and cheerful attitude with staff, peers, and program participants

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Aquatics Coordinator is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this department. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Minimum high school diploma required; associate degree preferred.
• Technical and proficient working knowledge of pool chemical operations.
• Ability to develop and implement aquatic programs.
• Ability to foster positive staff, peers, and program participants.
• Ability to supervise part-time staff and ensure the overall safety of program participants.
• CPR and First Aid required within 30 days of employment.
• YMCA or Red Cross Lifeguard certification within 6 months of employment.
• YMCA lifeguard certification, swim instructor certification, additional YMCA specialty aquatics certifications.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check and obtain authorization to work with children under the Georgia Department of Labor and YMCA guidelines.