Coordinator, Lifeguard & Safety - West Boise YMCA & Boise City Aquatic Center
Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $17.70 - $22.13
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Retirement Plan
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Free use of facilities
Paid Time Off
Job Description
The West Boise YMCA and Boise City Aquatic Center are vibrant community hubs dedicated to fostering healthy living and active lifestyles. Serving over 20,000 active youth, adult, and family members in the Treasure Valley region, the West Branch of the YMCA offers a comprehensive range of amenities and programs designed to meet the diverse needs of its members. The facility boasts six fitness studios, three racquetball courts, a full-court basketball gym, a youth activity center, a climbing wall, a 50-meter swimming pool, and a training pool, making it an ideal destination for fitness enthusiasts and families alike.
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Job Requirements
- first aid certification prerequisite of hire or 14-day compliance period
- oxygen certification prerequisite of hire or 14-day compliance period
- basic life support certification prerequisite of hire or 14-day compliance period
- y lifeguard and y lifeguard instructor certification prerequisite of hire or 14-day compliance period
- yusa team leader certification recommended
Job Qualifications
- bachelor's degree in recreation or sports management or equivalent experience
- minimum six months experience in related field
- must be able to differentiate between colors red yellow blue and green
- ability to swim 500 yards in 12 minutes or less with 400 yards crawl and 100 yards breaststroke
- excellent human relations skills and an ability to maintain position communication with staff and members
- ability to address and make solid decisions in emergency situations
- excellent verbal and written communication skills including telephone etiquette and computer use
- prior experience of successful supervision of staff and volunteers preferred
Job Duties
- work closely with the director to ensure department operations are consistent with approved leading practices
- supervise lifeguarding staff including hiring onboarding role-modeling coaching scheduling certification management and on-going development
- act as first responder as designated
- recruit and manage volunteers as needed per current volunteer policies and guidelines
- schedule appropriate staffing levels in the aquatics facility to meet program special event and open swim needs
- monitor and report drill performance and overall emergency response readiness of the lifeguard team
- oversee the scheduling supplies and budget for lifeguarding and assigned aquatic and safety classes
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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