Aquatics Coordinator at Buckeye Valley Family YMCA

Newark, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Communication, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Customer Service, Program Development, Safety Management, Teaching, Collaboration, Inventory Management, Emergency Response, Youth Development, Organizational Skills, Relationship Building, Adaptability, Coaching

Industry

Health;Wellness & Fitness

Description

Job Details Level: Experienced Job Location: Newark Local - Newark, OH 43055 Position Type: Part Time Education Level: High School Travel Percentage: None Job Shift: Any POSITION SUMMARY: Ensures a safe and positive environment for members so that they can have fun while learning how to swim; ensures that instructional staff are able to teach in a well-organized environment. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS include the following, other duties may be assigned: Thinks, communicates and behaves as a cause-driven leader and role model for other staff and members when it comes to desired staff behaviors; promotes youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility in all job-related functions. Ensures records of all staff certifications are current and complete along with all in service standards being met. Updating pool schedule monthly and monitors for upcoming events. Conducts certification courses in both YMCA and American Red Cross courses. Helps maintains inventory and recommends purchases as needed Relates with parents of participants by: providing information/procedures around observing lessons; providing handouts and flyers; answering questions during the lessons; distributing and collecting program evaluation forms during last class of the session. Participates in emergency drills and procedures to the highest level that training and situation permits. Program duties include: Enter classes into system, reassign students to appropriate level, eliminate wait list, monitor registration, return phone calls and emails within 48 hours, plan next session, post schedule on web site and at front desk, track inventory and order when necessary. Program development duties include: Track retention numbers, promotion rate, total registration and class registration. Analyze fill percentages and adjust next session offerings. Keep current on Wiki. Develop strategies to grow/build program. Reach out to community to build program SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Directly supervises 15-20 staff. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the association's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; developing, coaching, rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Qualifications YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader): Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising. Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others. Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members. Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology. QUALIFICATIONS: Must be at least 18 years of age and have HS diploma and previous teaching experience. Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid and Emergency Oxygen, Lifeguarding required. Within 6 months of hire: YSL, LGI (ARC) Required Passionate belief in the Y’s cause of nurturing the potential of all youth, supporting healthy living for all people and finding ways to help and support our neighbors. Understanding of the nature and purpose of the YMCA and the respective roles of volunteers and staff. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community. Proven track record of developing authentic relationships with others. Ability to foster a collaborative team approach to solving challenging situations. 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and humid conditions; frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and distance vision. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Responsibilities

The Aquatics Coordinator ensures a safe and positive environment for members while overseeing instructional staff and program development. Responsibilities include managing staff certifications, updating schedules, and engaging with parents.