Kamloops Community YMCA-YWCA Aquatics Department

Employment Opportunity Kamloops Community YMCA-YWCA – Aquatics Department Aquatics Coordinator Position (Full-time 40hrs/week)

POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Aquatics Coordinator will be responsible for the development and coordination of all ‘Y’ Aquatic programs. He/she will exemplify the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility in all aspects of the position.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

 Ensure aquatic safety is followed as per BC Law and the Health Department.

 Hire, train, develop and evaluate Aquatic staff.

 Communicate effectively internally and externally on aquatic issues.

 Plan, organize and promote Aquatics activities.

 Schedule all pool hours for programs, recreation, and fitness.

 Maintain accurate records for the Aquatic department.

 Create new activities and programs to enhance offerings at the branch.

 Evaluating and recommending changes to a variety of instructional and recreational aquatic programs.

 Development and implementation of the Aquatic budget

 Program data monitoring and computer input.

 Maintain all certifications as required.

 Ensure all Kamloops YMCA-YWCA Aquatic departmental policies and procedures are followed.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

 Current within 2 years Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard Service award NLS  Current within 1 year CPR/AED  Current within 2 years Standard First Aid or equivalent  Current within 2 years Red Cross Water Safety Instructor WSI or YMCA Swim Instructor certification  Current within 2 years LS Lifesaving Instructor  YMCA Management training or Management Skills for Supervisors – Levels 1, 2 & 3, and BCRPA and YMCA Fitness Leader certification would be an asset.

 A minimum of 5 years’ experience in the aquatic industry and a minimum of 2 years supervisory experience related to the job.

Must have or be willing to attain one or more of the following awards within the next 6-12 months – First Aid Instructor certification, NLSIT, WSIT, LSIT and/or YMCA Trainer Award for one or more of the previous.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS  Considerable knowledge of Red Cross and Lifesaving Society programs, policies and general pool standards

 Applied Knowledgeable of aquatic standards (BC Health Act).

 Ability to lead, train, supervise and evaluate staff.

 Sound judgment and problem-solving abilities.

 Ability to effectively plan, organize and schedule aquatic program activities.

 Ability to define problems areas, establish work methods and monitor tasks.

 Exceptional ability to self-motivate and function with minimal direction meeting established timelines.

 Strong organizational and time management skills.

 Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

 The ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, YMCA-YWCA staff, members of the general public and external agencies.

 Excellent conflict-resolution skills.

 Ability to work within, and contribute to, a collaborative team environment.

 Demonstrated commitment to customer service.

 Applied knowledge of WCB regulations and local pool policy with regards to chlorine gas and other types of emergency circumstances, and safe work practices.  Candidate must have a positive attitude, great interpersonal skills and the ability to lead a strong team.

PLACEMENT DATE: June 2013

Resumes can be submitted in person or by email to:

Monica van der Meulen Co-Director Family Services Unit E 1420 Hugh Allan Drive, Kamloops BC [email protected] Application Deadline: 5:00pm May 17th, 2013

Please include a cover letter, resume and a photocopy of current first aid and aquatic certificates. Any offers of employment will be subject to a clean criminal record check. Please be advised that only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.