Aquatics Coordinator

As a thought-leader and best-in-class provider in education, wellness, youth development, and community-building, The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is one of the oldest and most essential non-profits serving in Atlanta. Today, we’re looking for you to join us as we carry out our mission to positively impact lives and communities across the state. At the Y, we’re an association of like-minded people (staff, volunteers, and members), on the forefront of a movement to ensure that everyone -- especially children -- experience an equal opportunity to reach their full potential.

In the course of a year, we provide more than 3,000 children, ages 6 weeks through Pre-K with high-quality literacy and STEAM-infused learning; give 58,000 youth and teens access to sports, aquatics, day and resident camps, teen leadership development programs, and employment opportunities; provide over 200,000 members with programs, services, and facilities to enjoy connection and maintain wellness regardless of age; and engage over 25,000 volunteers and donors from across Atlanta to share in the gift of supporting their communities.

NATURE AND SCOPE: Under the supervision of the Aquatics Director, the Aquatics Coordinator is responsible for ensuring the safety of facility patrons by preventing and responding to emergencies, maintaining the pool in accordance with the standards set forth by the Aquatics Department and the Georgia Health Department. RESPONSIBILIITES (including, but not limited to): Maintain schedules for aquatics staff for all shifts including opening and closing responsibility. Development and maintain all aquatic programming and initiatives and create and maintain program calendars and schedules. Assure day-to-day compliance with all programs as well as maintaining applicable certification standards.

Adhere to and enforce rules and regulations of the YMCA and aquatics department, including maintaining pool’s chemical balance (in support of the Certified Pool Operator). Comply with all YMCA and Health Department standards and ensure Pool cleanliness with aquatics staff. Report any mechanical needs to Branch Executive and/or support services. Check and record pool chemistry and discuss related chemistry or mechanical concerns with Branch Executive and support services. Train staff in proper emergency policies and procedures through regular in-services. Always maintain constant surveillance of the water and the deck.

Complete any incident reports properly and turning them into the Branch Leadership. Give 100% attention to the patrons and operation of the pool area. Address questions and concerns of YMCA members with exceptional service and ensures adequate follow through in a timely manner. Attend all scheduled meetings, trainings, and events. Beware of and follow all aquatic department policies and procedures.

REQUIREMENTS

Associate degree in public administration, exercise science or related field OR High school diploma and 1+ years of aquatics experience Must be 21…

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