Aquatics Operations Coordinator YMCA

22 hours ago

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada YMCA of Northern Alberta Full-time

Lead aquatic operations at the Don Wheaton Family YMCA in Edmonton using safety standards, staff coaching, and program oversight. This full-time role works 40 hours weekly with benefits.

The Operations Coordinator, Aquatics supports the Aquatics Manager with daily facility delivery and high-quality participant experiences. Responsibilities include scheduling, safety compliance, team development, swim program evaluation, and YMCA standards. The position requires aquatics leadership experience and current certifications.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Recruit, train, coach, supervise, and manage aquatics staff
  • Evaluate swim programs and implement quality improvement plans
  • Mentor aquatic staff on safety and program standards
  • Conduct facility audits, checklists, and health safety checks
  • Enforce pool rules and respond to emergencies when needed

Requirements:

  • Minimum two years' aquatics leadership experience
  • Intermediate First Aid and CPR-C certification
  • National Lifeguard Pool certification
  • YMCA Swim Instructor or Lifesaving Instructor certification
  • Flexible availability and ability to obtain vulnerable sector screening

Support YMCA aquatics operations through leadership, staff coaching, safety compliance, and high-quality programming in Edmonton.