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Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Aquatics Weekend Supervisor supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. This part-time position supports the Aquatics team by providing weekend support through ensuring staffing needs are met, safety policies are adhered to, aquatic programs and operations are smooth and efficient, etc.

OUR CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you.

BENEFITS:

Free Y membership and discounted family membership

Child Watch hours available free of charge

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provide oversight and support to weekend aquatic programs and staff
• Step in to provide lifeguarding or instruction coverage in case of emergency absences (not on-call for pre-arranged substitutions) 
• Maintain appropriate lifeguard-to-patron ratios (1:25)
• Acting as a supplemental guard when needed
• Perform basic administrative tasks, such as recording and entering pool chemical readings as well as monitoring and replenishing supplies (e.g., Pool Schedules and other lobby materials)
• Ensure adherence to safety procedures and high-quality service standards
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations. Obtain and maintain required training(s).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Current Lifeguard certification required

Instructor training/certification required

Strong time management and problem-solving skills

Reliable transportation

Leadership ability and willingness to step in when needed

SALARY:

Minimum starting rate of $16 an hour

Starting rate based on experience

SCHEDULE:

Part-time

Weekend hours rotating from Friday at 6pm to Sunday at 6pm

Hours based on operational need and subject to change

WORK ENVIRONMENT & 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 disability to perform the essential functions.

• Physical ability and stamina to perform the duties as outlined above, including but not limited to extended periods of sitting, standing, and walking, bending, stooping, reaching, lifting, and carrying up to 30 pounds.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Team Leader):

Mission Advancement: Models and teaches the Ys values. Ensures a high level of service with a commitment to changing lives. Provides volunteers with orientation, training, development, and recognition.

Collaboration: Champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives. Builds relationships to create small communities. Empathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and dealing with conflict. Provides staff with feedback, coaching, guidance and support.

Operational Effectiveness: Provides others with frameworks for making decisions. Conducts prototypes to support the launching of programs and activities. Develops plans and manages best practices through engagement of team. Holds staff accountable for high-quality results using a formal process to measure progress.

Personal Growth: Shares new insights. Facilitates change. Model's adaptability and an awareness of the impact of change. Utilizes non-threatening methods to address sensitive issues and inappropriate behavior or performance. 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.