Aquatics Coordinator - Part-time

Position: Aquatics Coordinator - Part-time

Summary:

Aquatics coordinator would be responsible to help recruit, mentor, and evaluate instructors/lifeguards. Under the direction of the Program Manager, is responsible for implementing a comprehensive aquatics program which includes direct supervision of aquatic services and ensuring the safety and well-being of all patrons of the pool at all times.

Pay: $22-$25/hour

Hours: 20-25 per week based on the needs of the program

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Experience in aquatic programs as a instructor, lifeguard or coordinator
• Possess current Lifeguard certification-required
• Possess current Water Safety Instructor certification-preferred
• Willing and able to get Trainer certification(s)
• Provide documentation of certification(s) to the Aquatics Program Manager.
• Ability to supervise, manage and lead the aquatics program.
• Ability to share general department program knowledge and answer or direct questions to appropriate department personnel.
• Ability to interact with children of all ages, parents, and school staff.
• Knowledge of progressive age appropriate swim instruction.
• Passion for running a high quality program supportive of all participants and coaches.

Responsibilities:

• Help recruit instructors and lifeguards
• Fill in as a lifeguard or WSI where there are program needs
• Serve as point of contact in event of an emergency (medical, weather, fire, security, etc.).
• Plan and organize staff schedules for each session
• Train, manage and evaluate staff.
• Communicate program information and expectations to participants, parents, and or community members.
• Communicate pertinent program information or needs to the Recreation Program Manager.
• Complete, collect, and submit all applicable forms, reports, and payroll documentation as directed by immediate supervisor or department administrator.
• Assist in organizing and inventorying equipment.
• Ability to understand the needs of the community as applicable to the aquatics program.
• Ability to facilitate conflict resolution and independently solve problems as needed or in consultation with department administrators.
• Know and train emergency action plans for the facility.
• Help to create and ensure a safe program environment which may include program set-up and clean-up and general cleaning of spills, bodily fluids, etc. as the program dictates.
• Work collaboratively with all other district and department personnel.
• Communicate effectively with the Program Manager through phone, email, or text messages.
• Other duties as assigned by the Program Manager

Application Procedure:

Candidates are required to submit an application, to be considered for employment.

Applications are available online at www.wawmrec.com.

The West Allis-West Milwaukee Recreation and Community Services Department does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex or sexual orientation, marital status, handicap, national origin, creed, arrest or conviction record, ancestry, member of military reserve, or any other reason prohibited by state or federal law. This description has been prepared to assist in properly evaluating various classes of responsibilities, skills, working conditions, etc., present in the classification. It is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and characteristic levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title. It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities. Nor is it intended to limit, or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 25 per week

License/Certification:

• Lifeguard Certification (Required)
• Water Safety Instructor Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• West Allis, WI 53219: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $25