Aquatic Specialist

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AQUATIC SPECIALIST

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.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Aquatic Specialist is an aquatic position that provides lifeguarding, swim instruction, pool operation assistance and pool deck supervision. The purpose is to support lifeguards and instructors by responding to member/user questions and facilitate general activities on the pool deck including engaging parents in the supervision of their children.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Provides supervision of the pool deck area, entrances, and high risk/traffic areas
2. Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Completes related reports as required
3. Maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants and other staff
4. Answer member questions and provide assistance
5. Assist staff in handling any situations that may occur on the pool deck
6. Trained in the emergency action plan and the role they play
7. Attends all staff meetings and training as required
8. Adheres to all YMCA of South Hampton Roads policies, procedures, rules, regulations and best practices
9. Performs and adheres to safety, cleanliness, and uniform standards associated with COVID-19 prevention
10. Assist in all areas as assigned and completes all projects and assignments as assigned by supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be a Lifeguard III if not a YMCA lifeguard, must obtain YMCA certification in 180 days from hire
• Current ASHI BLS, Basic First Aid, and Oxygen Administration certification (or equivalent course from American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or National Safety Council). Any BLS certification is only good for one year
• Must obtain YMCA Swim Lesson instructor within 60 days of hire
• Must obtain Aquatic Facility Operator within 30 days of hire
• Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness
• Must demonstrate lifeguard, instruction and pool operation skills in accordance with YMCA standards
• Maintain all required certifications and trainings
• Minimum age of 18

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Ability to pass lifeguard water test
2. Must be able to remain alert
3. Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods
4. Adequate ability to hear noises and distinguish distress signals
5. Ability to continuously scan all areas of the pool with clear vision
6. Ability to perform strenuous physical tasks necessary for a water rescue
7. Ability to communicate verbally, including projecting voice across distance in normal and
8. loud situations
9. Ability to work inside and outside (environments include humidity, heat, cold, and inclement weather conditions)
10. Must be able to lift and pull 50 pounds

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

Critical Thinking & Decision Making

Communication & Influence

Emotional Maturity

ACCOUNTABILITY:

Accountable for completion of assigned goals as measured by the number of people served and service satisfaction scores.

BACKGROUND CHECKS:

An offer of employment is contingent upon receipt of satisfactory results to meet minimum requirements of the position. They may include criminal background and reference checks, E-Verify, drug test, driver's license record, and/or a Child Protective Services Check (CPS). Additional driver's license check, CPS, criminal background check, alcohol, and/or drug testing may be required to be processed in the future in order to meet and/or maintain the requirements of this position.

The YMCA of SouthHampton Roads is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at YSHR will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. YSHR does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or genetics.

Please Note: Requirements, skills, and abilities described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essentialfunctions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. In no instance, however, should the duties, responsibilities, and requirements be interpreted as all-inclusive.

Other details

• Job Family Aquatics
• Pay Type Hourly
• Hiring Rate $12.50

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