About this role
Seasonal Position: Ending September 7th, 2026 Under the supervision of the Aquatics Director, this position is responsible for managing the deck operations, ensuring the safety of all patrons, enforcing pool rules, and implementing the branch emergency protocols as needed. Essential responsibilities/principal activities: • Coordinate and manage all lifeguard activities including lifeguard breaks and rotations. • Coordinate and manage all swim lessons activities including directing parents and participants and supervise programs for quality and safety. • Enforce pool rules, policies, and procedures. Handle issues as they arise in a professional manner. • Conduct and participate in all branch safety and quality drills. • Provide staff with coaching and feedback on their performance. • Responsible for regularly testing pool chemicals to ensure they comply with state codes and regulations. • Recognize emergencies or potential incidents and address them immediately. • Know and activate the branch and pool EAP when needed. • Perform assists or rescues as needed. • Provide care such as, CPR, First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen as needed. • Complete incident reports in a timely and effective manner. • Always ensure a clean and safe pool environment. • Maintain a clear and consistent line of communication with all supervisors. • Attend all required monthly and yearly in-service trainings. • Engage in active listening with members in order to build relationships, understand each individual’s goals and interests and take the initiative to assist in the achievement of those goals. • Always maintain a professional image and manner consistent with the YMCA mission and goals. • Other duties as assigned. Abuse Risk Management • Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers. • Complete all required abuse prevention training. • Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers. • Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations. • Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements. • Ensure unused rooms and closets remain locked; routinely monitor high-risk locations. • Respond seriously and confidentially to reports of suspicious and inappropriate behaviors and respond to violations using the organization's procedures and policies. Abuse Risk Management Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers. Complete all required abuse prevention training. Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers. Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations. Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements. Ensure unused rooms and closets remain locked; routinely monitor high-risk locations. Respond seriously and confidentially to reports of suspicious and inappropriate behaviors and respond to violations using the organization's procedures and policies.