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Swim and Safety Coordinator

with YMCA OF GREATER CHARLOTTE

Swim and Safety Coordinator

Location:
(0) JOHNSTON BRANCH

Address:
3025 N Davidson St.

City:
Charlotte

Category:
Aquatics

Salary Range:
$13.14-$16.43

Description

Under the supervision of the Executive Director and consistent with the Christian mission of the YMCA, the Swim and Safety Coordinator position is responsible for the leadership of all areas of all Aquatics including aquatics safety and programs such as Swim Lessons/Swim Teams, Safety Around Water, Water Fitness, the Risk and Safety department for the branch as well as assist with Summer Day Camp.

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES
1.Coordinate staff safety trainings for the branch, including Basic Safety Series, Child Abuse Prevention Training, and Code of Conduct training
2.Work closely with directors to maintain active rosters and track employee certifications
3.Manage American Safety and Health Institute administration for the branch, including all class scheduling and administration, student certification processing, and instructor coordination
4.Attend association Safety Training Coordinator and Aquatic Branch Representative meetings
5.Accountable for promotion and coordination of Child Abuse Prevention training, Infant/Child, Adult CPR & AED and Preventing Disease Transmission (Blood borne Pathogens)
6.Assist branch staff with inventory and cleaning of training materials
7.Work closely with the Directors to maintain active rosters and track certifications for employees
8.Schedule certified trainers for safety classes at the branch
9.Implement high quality instruction for swim lesson participants as shown through program evaluations/swimmer assessments.
10.Grow swim programs and identify best practices.
11.Lead swim related safety strategies and audits, emergency procedures, readiness audits and staff orientation/onboarding.
12.Create pipeline of lifeguards as a recruitment strategy to increase the pool and retention of lifeguards

YMCA COMPETENCIES:

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and
perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to
another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.

Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an
openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. 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.

Minimum Requirements

This position requires an individual with an enthusiastic personality who can develop harmonious relationships with staff, members, and volunteers. He/she must present a professional image including:
1.Four year college degree in Physical Education, Recreation or related field.
2.Minimum of two years of successful experience in aquatic instruction, management and possess minimum certifications in CPR/AED, First Aid, YMCA Lifeguarding, or Red Cross equivalents.
3.Computer Skills in MS Office and database management systems.
4.Current YMCA Lifeguard Instructor Certification.
5.BSS instructor certification within the first 30 days of hire.
6.CPO certification within the first 6 months of hire.
7.YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Certification within the first 90 days of hire.
8.Present a professional image and have excellent written, oral and presentation skills.
9.Ability to handle multiple tasks and complete assignments in a timely manner while ensuring a high level of accuracy.
10.Ability to write effective communication to parents
11.Must be able to work with diverse situations, prioritize work requests and work independently
12.Proven ability in the recruiting of staff and volunteers
13.Must be attentive to details and confidentiality in work preparation
14.Have knowledge and the ability to work in and resolve conflict situations.
15.Must be highly organized, possess superior supervisory skills and demonstrate sound judgment, initiative and independent thinking.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
1.Ability to work a 40-hour week with irregular work hours.
2.Ability to work irregular work hours, including evenings and weekends on occasion.
3.Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) for long periods of time.
4.Exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.
5.Must be able to lift and/or assist children up to 50 pounds in weight.
6.Must be able to push, pull, lift and carry supplies weighing up to 50 pounds, and people weighing up to 200 pounds.
7.Ability to stand or sit while maintaining alertness for several hours at a time.
8.Position may require bending, leaning, kneeling, and walking.
9.Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate.
10.Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency.
11.Ability to view/enter data for long periods of time.
12.Fluent in English, written and verbal communication.

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There has never been a better time to join the YMCA of Charlotte! Our employees enjoy a diverse & inclusive environment and the opportunity to do cause-driven work to impact our communities through Youth Development, Healthy Living & Social Responsibility. If you are interested and have the skills and desire to make a difference, please continue by completing our online application. Thank you for your interest in our Y!

The YMCA of Greater Charlotte reserves the right to remove a position at any time.

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