About this role
Are you a motivated, safety-focused leader who is passionate about developing lifeguards and instructors, enhancing aquatic programs, and creating a positive experience for all members through teamwork and quality service?
The Aquatic Coordinator is responsible for providing support and guidance to lifeguards, swim instructors and Lifesaving instructors. This individual will continually strive to improve quality of the aquatic program, while training lifeguards and instructors, and ensuring sufficient staffing for programs. This enthusiastic, motivated and self-directed individual will coach and lead a group of like-minded, service focused individuals to ensure all members have a positive experience in a safe, friendly and welcoming environment. The Aquatic Coordinator is a part of a team, ensuring the highest standards of safety and program quality. The energy needed in this dynamic work environment requires organization, flexibility, maturity, and teamwork.
Why work at the Y?
• Paid re-certifications
• Complimentary individual Y membership
• Great people, fun and rewarding work!
Are you the right fit?
• 2-4 years of lifeguarding experience
• Commitment to safety
• Passionate about program quality & improvement
• Able to build positive relationships with members, staff and volunteers
• Ability to deal with challenging situations
• Available for evenings & weekends between 20-25 hours per week.
What else do you need?
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current Standard First Aid
• Current LSI (Lifesaving Instructor)
• Current NL (National Lifeguard) Certification
• Ability to obtain YMCA Swim Instructor certification
• Clear Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Abuse Registry Check
Asset:
• FAI (First Aid Instructor)
• NLI (National Lifeguard Instructor)
• LSI IT (Lifesaving Instructor – Instructor Trainer)
• Beach or Waterfront certification/experience
Application Deadline: November 1, 2026
Accessibility Accommodation for Applicants
The Y is committed to providing an inclusive environment where diversity is welcomed and encouraged. If you require accommodation during any part of the recruitment or selection process, please don't hesitate to reach out. This includes providing you with alternate formats of job postings.
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The Y is entrusted to provide a safe environment for children and vulnerable individuals. All applicants will be thoroughly screened through a review process including Police Record Checks with Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Abuse Registry Checks.