Aquatics - Aquatics Coordinator

Aquatics - Aquatics Coordinator YMCA of Metropolitan Washington Bethesda, MD Job Details Full-time $18.00 - $19.50 an hour 12 hours ago Benefits Paid time off 403(b) Flexible schedule Qualifications CPR Certification Staff supervision Lifeguard Training Team supervision Certified Pool Operator High school diploma or GED First Aid Certification Cleaning equipment Lifeguard Certification Mechanical knowledge First aid and CPR Full Job Description The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is one of the largest charities in the DC area. The Y serves as an anchor in the community offering programs and services encompassing youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

Position:

F/T Aquatics Coordinator Salary:

$18.00-$19.50 You will have bragging rights of being a part of a longstanding and reputable organization that founded many aquatic programs. You will have a rewarding career. Flexible work schedule with full-time shifts, benefits, and growth. You will become part of a high functioning team that will help you learn skills throughout your career. You will make a difference everyday keeping individuals safe! The Y will provide lifeguard/CPR-AED certification classes. About the Job The YMCA Bethesda Chevy Chase is seeking a motivated, enthusiastic, and passionate leader to join our team as the Aquatics Coordinator. In this role you will be assisting the Aquatics Director and Assistant Aquatics Director in creating, implementing, and supervising our aquatics activities, programs, and staff. Come work at a place where innovation and teamwork come together to support the most exciting mission in the world! Some of the exciting tasks you will do as the Aquatics Coordinator include but are not limited to: This position assists in all aspects of aquatic staffing to include recruiting, training, development, indirect supervision, education and certifications, and team building Insures the smooth operation of the Aquatic Department in scheduling lifeguards, swim instructors, and pool operators. Trains lifeguards including assisting in the quarterly in-house training sessions Daily, weekly, seasonal maintenance of pools and equipment.

Qualifications and Skills:

High school diploma or GED; 18 years or older, current Lifeguard, CPR, and First Aid certification. Pool operator's license for Montgomery County. Must have 1,500 hours experience including supervision of staff in a work environment. YMCA lifeguard trainer within 6 months of hire. CPR/AED and first aid trainer within 6 months of hire. Applicants must be flexible and able to work some evenings, weekends and holidays.

Working Conditions:

Must be able to do heavy lifting - equipment, people, and chemicals Must be able to lift and move around objects of 40 pounds or more Must be able to climb and use a variety of aquatic and cleaning equipment Must have mechanical aptitude and strong problem solving skills Must have the physical ability to meet all prerequisites for YMCA Lifeguarding Swim 300 yards Tread water for two minutes. (Legs only) Retrieve training victim from bottom deep end Active victim rescue with tube Passive victim rescue with tube Backboard victim Ability to see and hear participants in distress or asking for assistance We offer the following benefits: We appreciate your talents, hard work and professional dedication and will reward you with a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including a 10% employer-funded retirement plan. In addition, we provide 403(b) retirement savings plan; high quality healthcare; free YMCA membership for you and your family; a generous paid time off package; numerous professional development opportunities; an exciting and collaborative work environment; and the ability to work with creative, talented individuals. The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is an equal opportunity employer committed to fairness, inclusion, and respect in the workplace