Every team member at the Greater Philadelphia YMCA is guided by our principle of Connecting People to Healthier Lives. Does that sound like you?

Our Advanced Aquatics Team Leader is a high-profile leadership position that is responsible for helping lead the overall direction, coordination, operation, and success of the Department. 

 

Some rewards for joining our team: 

Free YMCA membership - access to all branches! 

Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurances

Generous Paid Time Off + 6 paid holidays throughout the year

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Supplemental insurance benefits

What is needed for this job:

Bachelor’s degree in related field

21+ years of age

2+ years of experience with current ARC Lifeguard/Water Park, CPR for Professional Rescuer, First Aid, Administering Emergency Oxygen and YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor certification with 2 years of related experience

2+ years experience in fitness, recreation management, or similar

2+ years experience managing 50+ team members

2+ years experience managing Profit and Loss (P&L) statements and budgets

Experience providing high-end member service and managing member concerns

Ability to use water chemistry test kit

The responsibilities we will trust you with:

Provide leadership in the delivery of quality within the YMCA aquatic department

Monitor all programs and staff in the pool assigned

Ensure program quality and monitor staff performance and member service

Ensure the swimming facility is meeting or exceeding the Aquatic Safety Standards

Facilitate monthly in-service meetings that include skill review

Supervise staff and ensure appropriate staffing of pool 

Develop high quality aquatics programs, including swim lessons and water fitness that meet the needs of the community

Ensure quality program delivery by certified staff and effective use of resources including staffing

Ensure safety and prevent injuries by supervising pool area  

Administer first aid to victims using OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Universal Precautions until Emergency Medical Service arrives

Maintain current certifications and physical fitness

Communicate all pool rules and ensure that you are accessible and identifiable

Maintain pool logs, incident/accident reports, locker room checks and other documents as required 

Perform pool maintenance duties in accordance with OSHA Hazardous Materials Precautions. Perform water quality testing  

May be required to pursue POOL Operator or CPO certification and backwash pool filtration system and monitor pool chemicals  

May be required to pursue PA Department of Agriculture Category 24 Pesticide Applicator or Technician certification

What you can expect:

Support from an amazing team

Opportunities to learn & grow

Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger

YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer All Qualified Women, Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and US Veterans Encouraged to Apply

Let’s discuss!

We want to meet you. Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application.