AquaticsManager - Safety/Lifeguard

The Aquatics Manager creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals and promotes safety in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Builds positive relationships with members and program participants through effective listening and verbal skills and creatively finds ways to connect them to one another and the Y community. The Aquatics Manager ensures the quality of service and safety of all members and program participants within the pool area.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in human services, social services, business, or equivalent is preferred. Directly relevant work experience will be considered. Two or more years of management experience preferably in a YMCA or other nonprofit agency. CPR and First Aid certifications required within 30 days of hire. Lifeguard Certification required within 30 days of hire. Team Leader certification is preferred, or obtain within two years from date of hire. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Ability to perform all necessary rescue and survival skills and all lifeguard prerequisite skills. Able to communicate verbally with good voice projection and clarity. Ability to direct department operations through volunteer development, staff supervision, development and monitoring of branch budget, marketing and public relations, and program development.