Aquatic Safety 233121 - Coordinator, Aquatic Safety

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POSITION SUMMARY:
This position assists in planning, managing, and implementing of all aquatics department safety programs 
and activities in assigned branch(es). Assists and participates in marketing and special events. Ensures 
day-to-day program operations are delivered in accordance with operating standards for quality and 
safety. Assists in interviewing, scheduling and supervising qualified staff. Supports branch leadership in 
the implementation of the annual campaign.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
 Ensures aquatic safety programs and services meet community needs of assigned branch(es) to 
include supervising and growing existing program activities and establishing new program 
activities in support of membership retention and growth. 
 Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information.
 Builds effective and authentic relationships with participants and families. 
 Develops and maintain relationships with parent groups and other agencies related to aquatic
safety program areas.
 Conducts regular/ frequent sanitation of all equipment (rescue and member used), and assigned 
areas as outlined by leadership. 
 Supervises employees in assigned accountabilities, monitors program operations, schedules and 
verifies time sheets and actual hours worked. 
 Ensures that Y program standards are met and safety procedures are followed at all times, 
specifically the association’s child protection policies, child abuse and neglect guidelines, and 
proper reporting procedures.
 Organizes, cleans and puts away, all program materials. Reports damaged materials and take 
them out of circulation. Responsible for pool maintenance.
 Demonstrates a working knowledge of Y mission, values, purpose, and goals. Strives for the 
highest standards of program excellence.
 Conduct monthly in-service training, monthly lifeguard and branch safety audtis. 
 Notify supervisor staffing needs, assist in the interview process.
 Performs all other duties as assigned by the supervisor. 
 This position may be assigned to multiple branches. 

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
 High school diploma required; Associate degree preferred 
Experience: 
 Minimum of one (1) year of related experience working in aquatic programing 
 Minimum of one (1) year of aquatic instruction
 Minimum of one (1) year supervisory experience preferred 
Certification(s) and Requirements:
 Current CPR/AED Pro, O2 Management, Current First Aid
 Current Y lifeguarding or American Red Cross Lifeguarding, Instructor Certification required
 Water Safety Instructor or YMCA Swim Instructor certification preferred
Technical Skills and Knowledge: 
 Excellent verbal and written communication skills, adequate speaking, hearing and writing skills 
appropriate for interacting with both children and adults.
 Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people (children and parents) from all social and 
economic segments of the community

 Knowledge and maturity to observe children’s behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce 
appropriate safety practices and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behaviormanagement techniques.
 Ability to manage the daily administrative, program-related and supervisory responsibilities of an 
aquatics program.
 Excellent personal computer skills and experience with standard business software.
 Within 30 days of hire, completion of YMCA program-specific and Operational trainings: Blood 
Borne Pathogen, Ten Commandments of Effective Lifeguarding, Child Abuse Prevention and 
Recognition, Incident Reporting, Bullying, Active Shooter, Allergies, Driver Safety, Harassment, 
Proper Lifting, New Employee Orientation and Program and Financial Operation Trainings 
 Willingness and ability to model the key attributes; Welcoming, Genuine, Hopeful, Nurturing and 
Determined. 
 Demonstrate commitment to the mission and cause of the YMCA and uphold its values and ethics. 
 Ability to work effectively work with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and 
perceptions
 Willingness and ability to be a mandated reporters for any signs or suspicion of child abuse and 
neglect. All employees are required to follow the child abuse and neglect reporting process: 
completion of Suspected Child Abuse/Neglect reporting form, calling children protective services 
(696-Kids) and notifying your immediate supervisor, branch executive, risk management and 
human resources department (s).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to 
successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to 
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 The ability to perform frequent amounts of sitting, standing, swimming, walking, reaching, 
stooping, kneeling, bending and or instructing others for the duration of their shift.
 The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
 Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to 
adjust.

DISCLAIMER:
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive 
list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description 
amended at any time.

About YMCA of Greater Cleveland: Our vision is to be the premier community-based, charitable organization that embraces collaborations to build strong kids, strong families and strong communities. That's why we offer an exceptional package that includes:

• A free membership to your local YMCA and discount to YMCA programs including childcare (part-time positions do not receive discount on childcare).
• Additional employee discounts at many places in and around town, just for being a YMCA of Greater Cleveland employee.
• Eligible employees receive comprehensive Benefits Plan including Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Plan, Retirement 9% paid by the YMCA of Greater Cleveland and paid vacation.