Aquatics Supervisor

Under the direction of the Aquatics Director, the Aquatics Supervisor serves as the on-site leader for aquatics operations at Camp Zehnder. This part-time position is responsible for lifeguard supervision, staff scheduling, pool operations, risk management, and maintaining a safe and welcoming aquatic environment. A minimum of 50% of scheduled hours will be spent actively serving in a lifeguard capacity. The Aquatics Supervisor also supports aquatic programs, including swim lessons and instructional activities, as needed.

• Serve in a frontline lifeguard role for a minimum of 50% of scheduled work hours.
• Maintain safe swimming conditions and enforce YMCA policies, pool rules, and risk management procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all YMCA, local, county, and state health and safety regulations.
• Conduct and document safety inspections, lifeguard observations, emergency drills, and in-service trainings.
• Develop and maintain lifeguard schedules and ensure appropriate staffing coverage.
• Supervise, coach, and support lifeguard staff.
• Assist with the recruitment, onboarding, training, and development of lifeguards.
• Monitor aquatic equipment, supplies, and facility conditions and report concerns as needed.
• Maintain required records, logs, certifications, and incident documentation.
• Support the delivery of swim lessons, aquatic programs, and special events as assigned.
• Serve as the lead aquatic staff member on duty in the absence of the Aquatics Director.
• Provide excellent customer service and foster a safe, welcoming, and inclusive aquatic environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide day-to-day supervision of lifeguard staff.
• Ensure proper staffing and coverage during all operating hours.
• Assist with recruiting, onboarding, training, and retention of lifeguard staff.
• Conduct staff observations and provide coaching and performance feedback.
• Support staff development, meetings, in-service trainings, and emergency preparedness activities.