Serving over 20,000 active youth, adult, and family members, the West Branch of the Treasure Valley Family YMCA helps members lead a healthier, happier life. Facility amenities and features include six fitness studios, three racquetball courts, full-court basketball gym, youth activity center, climbing wall, 50-meter swimming pool, and training pool.

The Lifeguard & Safety Coordinator is responsible for the lifeguard and safety operations of the aquatic center and first responder activity in the branch.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Assistant 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.
• Schedule appropriate staffing levels in the aquatics facility to meet program, special event, and open swim needs.
• Monitor and report drill performance overall emergency response readiness of the lifeguard team.
• Oversee the scheduling, supplies, and budget for Lifeguarding and assigned aquatic and safety classes.
• Actively participates in team meetings and committees as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in recreation or sports management, or equivalent experience Minimum six months experience in related field.
• Must be able to meet YMCA transportation requirements.
• Current Lifeguard Certification and Water Safety Instructor within 60 days.
• Preferred qualifications include Lifeguard Instructor or Trainer, CPR for Professional Rescuer
  Instructor, Water Safety Instructor Trainer, Water Fitness Instructor or Trainer, First Aid
  Instructor, CPR Instructor, O2 Instructor and/or knowledge of competitive aquatic programming.

Schedule:

This is a full time 40 hour a week position, Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm. There are some nights and weekends when needed for swim meets or other leadership duties.

Benefits:

Treasure Valley Family YMCA provides a progressive work environment with great benefits for qualifying full-time employees.

Welcoming and Inclusion:

At the Y, we welcome everyone whose behavior adheres to our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. We advance our cause by building a stronger and more equitable community where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, thrive, and reach their full potential with dignity. The Y is a force for building bridges among all people–regardless of ability, age, birthplace, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, ideology, income, race, or sexual orientation. The Y is for all.

How to Apply:

External candidates must complete an online application. If you have any questions regarding the position please visit our website at www.ymcatvidaho.org or contact jobs@ymcatvidaho.org. All current YMCA staff must apply through their UKG account, and updated resume and cover letter is recommended. Previous YMCA staff may email their updated resume and cover letter to jobs@ymcatvidaho.org with the name of the job they are applying for in the subject line or apply through their existing UKG account.