Aquatics Supervisor - Part Time

A Career with a Cause:

At the Y, strengthening community is our cause. Our mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. We focus our work in three key areas, youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. We are committed to this cause because a strong community can only be achieved when we invest in our kids, our health and our neighbors.

General Functions:

Under the direction of the Assistant Aquatics Director, the Aquatics Supervisor is responsible for the ensuring that all swim instructors and Lifeguards work to provide safety, well being and enjoyment of the aquatic area for all participants as well as the safety of all persons while on duty; this includes patrons observing on deck as well as participants in the water. To achieve patron safety the aquatic supervisor must provide supervision on accident prevention through safety checks, and rule enforcement. The incumbent accepts, demonstrates and teaches the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, and respect and responsibility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

• Be on the pool deck during swim lessons.
• Ensure all participants in the pool for recreation swim and swim lessons are in a safe environment.
• Fill out a shift sheet and address any issues with the Supervisor.

Program Development and Promotion:

• Maintains program areas and equipment in an orderly and safe manner, according to YMCA and association standards.
• Provide leadership and support to the annual fundraising campaign to support the YMCA vision and mission.
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships within the staff, members, volunteers and within the community.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Staff Development and Supervision:

• Perform supervisory duties to include; supervision, training, employee recognition and discipline, address complaints and resolve problems effectively.
• Supervise Swim Instructors and Lifeguard staff ensuring they are always following all safety and policy regulations. · Assist in finding coverage for subs.
• Ensuring, in accordance with all Swim Instructors and Lifeguard job descriptions, they are following NYS Health Department bather codes, maintaining safe, pleasant and professional aquatic environment.

Relationship Building Skills:

• Make members feel comfortable and at ease.
• Be open, friendly and approachable to members.
• Seek to learn member’s names and welcome them personally.
• Ask members if there is any way we can help, listen to members suggestions - be empathic and show interest in their concerns.
• Ask about their goals, progress and satisfaction.
• Introduce members to other members and staff.
• Be passionate about impacting and transforming the health and well-being of members and our community.