Aquatics Coordinator

Job Details Location: Yadkin Family YMCA - Yadkinville, NC 27055 Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: $14.00 - $16.00 Hourly Job Shift: Full-Time Day to Day Operations Directly supervise aquatic staff including lifeguards, swim instructors and water fitness instructors Identify staffing and training needs; conduct interviews, train, coach and evaluate staff Provide in-service training for skill practice, customer service, and safety procedures on a monthly/bi-monthly schedule Create staff schedules Work as a water fitness instructor, lifeguard or swim instructor as needed Risk Management Organize and conduct ASHI courses for internal and external customers Ensure that all aquatic staff are up to date on all required certifications, at all times Maintain branch ASHI certifications—update new certifications as well as identifying those who are coming up to expire Maintain the upkeep of all first aid kits and jump bags to ensure they are stocked and filled. Inventory back‑stock and order new supplies as needed/budgeted Fiscal Responsibility Monitor revenues and expenditures for the Aquatics Department to assure sound fiscal control. Ensure programs are operating within established budgets and identify and perform cost control activities Review and maintain payroll Work with the Supervisor/Senior Leadership Team to handle employee relations and discipline, with documentation, involving aquatics staff and patrons Along with the Supervisor/Senior Leadership Team and Marketing Department, develop marketing strategy and campaign material for Aquatics including articles, brochures, postcards, program guide entries, audience identification, etc. Utilize excellent customer service skills, establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, members, vendors, and the community Provide leadership and direction in the development of short and long range strategic plans Communicate effectively with staff, vendors, and members. Answer all phone calls promptly Support and enhance the quality standards of the Aquatic Department as specified by the Executive Director of Aquatics Participate in fundraising events for the branch and Aquatics Department such as Annual Impact Fund Exemplify the YMCA mission and YMCA character development Supervisory Responsibilities Directly supervises part-time and non-exempt employees and volunteers within the Aquatics Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; reviewing and approving timesheets; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; monitoring and updating all required staff certifications; addressing complaints and resolving problems Marginal Responsibilities Attend required meetings and trainings Assist with special events, both branch and association-wide Serve as Manager On Duty when needed Create WPRs for employees Manage and organize facility rentals for the Yadkin Family YMCA Qualifications A passion for aquatics, minimum of 21 years old with YMCA or other aquatic management experience preferred Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is preferred (examples include sports management, exercise science, etc.) Excellent written and oral communication skills. Must have the ability to communicate with people in a positive but firm manner and possess mature judgment, sound decision-making, and be a team player capable of developing and maintaining relationships with all participants, staff, and the general public Pursues continual personal and professional development Is innovative and maintains knowledge of the latest research and developments in aquatics Certification and Training Child Abuse Prevention for Supervisory Staff; Working with Program Volunteers; Bloodborne Pathogens; Child Abuse Prevention and Reporting Awareness; other required training Basic Life Support, Basic First Aid and Emergency Use of Medical Oxygen YMCA lifeguard or equivalent (YMCA lifeguard required within 30 days of employment) Swim Lesson: YSL V6 Instructor CPO preferred Physical Demands Hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere around the zone of responsibility. Remain alert with no lapses of consciousness See all sections of an assigned zone or area of responsibility Meet strength and lifting requirements Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk and hear #J-18808-Ljbffr YMCA of Northwest North Carolina