The Salvation Army’s Boston Kroc Center is hiring a Aquatic Coordinator and offers excellent benefit package to eligible employees including:

• Generous paid time off every year that includes: holidays, up to 3 personal days, vacation time and sick time.
• Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment)
• Comprehensive health care coverage with low cost employee premiums, co-pays and deductibles
• Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC and Voluntary Term Life
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Eligibility for the Federal Government’s Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Most importantly – a job with a good purpose!

Location: 650 Dudley Street, Dorchester, Ma 02125

Pay Range:

The Aquatics Coordinator is responsible for the safety of all patrons and the aquatics facility, supervise the lifeguard staff, and open and close the facility as required. The Aquatics Coordinator will also teach group water fitness, learn to swim and private classes.  Maintain, perform maintenance on, and ensure the safety of our Filtration System and Water Park and to ensure the safety of all patrons.

QUALIFICATIONS

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. The Salvation Army is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified job applicants, job candidates, and employees with disabilities to ensure they enjoy equal access to all employment opportunities and benefits of employment as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. EEO is the Law.

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

General Responsibilities

1. Ensure the safety of all guests.
2. Attend all Aquatics meetings and trainings and service as lead in group training activities
3. Must complete Keep SAfe training
4. Serve as the supervisor of the Aquatic Center in the absence of the Aquatics Manager.
5. Recognize and respond effectively to all emergencies
6. Coordinate all Emergency Action Plans and ensure they are followed
7. Enforce all Aquatic Center policies, rules, and regulations
8. Maintain all required certifications
9. Perform thorough walkthrough of the Aquatic Center checking for hazards and safety concerns, entry control issues (secure doors), and secure diving equipment
10. Check fanny packs and first aid kits each shift to ensure supplies are fully stocked and return to secure location at the end of each shift
11. Create a positive experience for patrons through professional and courteous behavior. Attend to guest’s questions, concerns and comments.
12. Maintain, report and accurately complete all incident and accident reports according to procedure
13. Open and close the facility as requested
14. Ensure music levels are set appropriately
15. Ensure all radios are turned off and properly charging at the end of each day
16. Instruct groups/ individuals of adults and children in swimming and water safety.
17. Be familiar with all schedules and any posted changes for the facility.
18. Teach by the guidelines of the Red Cross.
19. Teach only Red Cross Materials.
20. Serve as the supervisor on deck for each scheduled shift
21. Ensure lifeguard staff is present for shifts and if necessary, coordinate with the Aquatics Manager to get coverage for open shifts
22. Assist Aquatics Manager with new lifeguard personnel orientation to ensure each member is familiar with the policies, procedures and facility
23. Monitor guard rotations to and from the Lifeguard chairs
24. Monitor lifeguard performance and implement training strategies in conjunction with the Aquatics Manager.
25. With the assistance of the Aquatics Managers, issue reprimands for inappropriate behavior and policy violations
26. Responsible for scheduling breaks for all staff on duty
27. Wear required uniform at all times while on duty
28. Represent The Salvation Army’s spiritual and social mission
29. Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the position.

1. Education/Certification Requirements

• American Red Cross Certification in Lifeguard Training and CPR/AED/FA for the Professional Rescuer
• S. Water Fitness Instructor Certification or another approved nationally accredited organization preferred
• American Red Cross Certification Water Safety Instructor
• Willingness to complete Water Park Lifeguarding course
• Meet The Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center of Boston skill standards for Swim Instructors.
• Be dependable, alert and able to interact with people of all ages and from varying backgrounds in a positive manner.
• Must have CPO (certified pool operator) certification
• Must be willing to obtain LGTI certification within 90 days of employment (satisfactory completion of this course is required for this position)

• Be dependable, professional, alert and able to interact with people of all ages and from varying backgrounds in a positive manner.
• Must be organized and able to coordinate complex schedules, events, and communications.
• Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Applications
• Must have the ability to work and relate well with people.
• Must be able to read, write and communicate in English.
• Able to function in a fast-paced, frequently changing environment
• Must possess good relationship skills
• Must be a team player
• Must have management experience
• Lifeguard Instructor Certification
• Water Safety Instructor Certification
• Water Exercise Instructor Certification
• Water Safety Instructor Trainer Certification, preferred
• Water Exercise Instructor Certification, preferred
• Have ability to instruct a classroom of adults, adolescent, and child learners consisting of individuals with varying experience, competency, and cultural backgrounds.

The Salvation Army’s Mission Statement

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Miscellaneous

Flexibility and a cooperative spirit are crucial characteristics of the individual who holds this important position. The Salvation Army reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. It is expected that each employee will be familiar with The Salvation Army Handbook for Employees. Questions regarding its contents can be directed toward the Human Resource Department or Immediate Supervisor.