The Role
Plan, coordinate, and lead aquatics programs; hire, train, and supervise lifeguards, instructors, and volunteers; maintain pool records and safety; run trainings, events, and basic pool maintenance under Aquatics Director direction.
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Description
Do you have experience in Aquatics?Want to lead a team of lifeguards, swim instructors, and coaches?Are you an effective leader? Are you 18 or older?Become an Aquatic Coordinator at the YMCA!Why should you apply?- Free Household Gym Membership
- Free Group Fitness Classes
- Free Pool Access
- Free HydroMassage
- Program Discounts
- Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
- Opportunities for Growth/Leadership
- Build your Resume
- Engage with your community
- Part-time (up to 29 hours/week)
What would you be doing?
- Planning, coordinating, and facilitating all aquatics programming (under the direction of the Aquatics Director)
- Hiring, training, and supervising Lifeguards, Swim Instructors, and other aquatics staff and volunteers
- Developing, managing, and implementing the aquatics department budget (under the direction of the AQ Director)
- Maintaining accurate records of pool usage, chemical readings, program participation, and staff certifications
- Keeping your skills fresh by planning, leading, and participating in In-service Training and Drills
- Organizing and implementing special aquatics events both on- and off-site
- Assisting with pump/chemical room maintenance duties
- Being a positive role model for youths in your community
- Upholding the YMCA Policies and Standards
Requirements
What do you need to qualify?
- Be at least 18 years old
- Have at least 2 years of aquatic leadership experience
- Be available during program hours (including evenings/weekends)
- Possess (or obtain within 30 days) a current YMCA or Red Cross Lifeguard Certification*
- Possess (or obtain within 30 days) a current CPR/AED & First Aid Certification*
- Possess (or obtain within 30 days) YMCA "Leader" Certification*
- Possess a current YMCA or Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification (preferred)
- Possess a current YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor or Red Cross WSI Certification (preferred)
- Possess a current CPO or AFO certification (preferred)
- Possess a current YMCA "Team-Leader" Certification (preferred)
- Be able to pass a written/physical assessment prior to duty
- Have visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and physical ability to act swiftly in emergency situations
- Have ability to observe participant activities adequately, enforce safety regulations, and apply appropriate policies and procedures
*Current certification not necessary - certification/training is available!
Red Cross Lifeguard Prerequisite Skills
- 300 yard continuous swim (freestyle or breaststroke) demonstrating endurance and breath control (face in the water)
- 2 minutes treading water legs only (no hands)
- Brick rescue within 1 minute 40 seconds (without the use of goggles, swim 20 yards, dive 7-10 feet to retrieve 10lb object, return to starting point on back with both hands on brick, exit without using ladder or steps)
YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Prerequisite Skills
- 25 yards Front Crawl (with side-breathing)
- 25 yards Back Crawl
- 25 yards Breaststroke
- 25 yards Butterfly (or your best attempt)
- 25 yards Side Stroke
- 25 yards Elementary Backstroke
Skills Required
- Be at least 18 years old
- At least 2 years of aquatic leadership experience
- Available during program hours including evenings and weekends
- Possess or obtain within 30 days a current YMCA or Red Cross Lifeguard Certification
- Possess or obtain within 30 days current CPR/AED & First Aid Certification
- Possess or obtain within 30 days YMCA 'Leader' Certification
- Ability to pass a written and physical assessment prior to duty
- Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and physical ability to act swiftly
- Ability to observe participant activities, enforce safety regulations, and apply policies and procedures
- Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification
- YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor or Red Cross WSI Certification
- CPO (Certified Pool Operator) or AFO certification
- YMCA 'Team-Leader' Certification
- Ability to meet Red Cross lifeguard prerequisite swim and rescue skills
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The Company
What We Do
The YMCA of Columbia-Willamette is a volunteer-driven charitable nonprofit organization serving the greater Portland metro area. Its mission centers on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Since 1868, it has provided diverse programs—including childcare, fitness, and community services—designed to help children thrive, inspire young people to lead, support families, and encourage individual health and wellness by putting Christian principles into practice for all.
