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Aquatics Team Lead

YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago
vision insurance, paid holidays, 403(b)
United States, Illinois, Palatine
1400 West Northwest Highway (Show on map)
Jul 21, 2025
Description

Dive into Leadership: Make Waves as Buehler YMCA's Aquatics Team Lead!

Salary range of $17.50-$19.00 per hour with full time benefits and opportunities to grow within the organization.

As an Aquatics Team Lead, you will be responsible for coordinating and supervising the day-to-day operation of the aquatic programs. You will assist with maintaining records, scheduling staff, and ensuring proper pool maintenance. The Aquatics Team Lead assists with recruiting, training, and supervising YMCA team members, instructors, lifeguards, counselors, volunteers, and other team members as assigned and acts as a liaison between the Aquatics Manager and aquatics staff. You will teach swim lessons or lifeguard as necessary.

Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including:


  • Competitive salaries reflecting your skills and experience.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees, plus wellness programs, mental health resources, and a family gym membership.
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays, with flexible work hours for work-life balance.
  • 403(b) plan with company contributions for eligible employees after 2 years of service.
  • Continuous learning opportunities through workshops and training programs.
  • Supportive work environment valuing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  • Discounts on programs, employee assistance programs, and company-sponsored events.


Minimum and Preferred Qualifications



  • Must have an Associate Degree with 1 to 3 years' experience and some supervisory experience.
  • Current YMCA or ARC Lifeguard certification.
  • Proficient in swimming and safety skills.
  • Must pass a water skills test and written exam.
  • Physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR and First Aide effectively.
  • Physical mobility to properly use aquatic equipment to rescue a 200lb person.
  • Physically able to see, hear, and communicate clearly.
  • Able to read, write, and perform basic math to complete daily chemical logs and individual must possess strong organizational, budgetary, computer and communication skills, written and verbal.
  • Ability to train swim instructors.
  • Excellent communication and public relations skills.
  • Requires the ability to obtain trainer-level certification in YMCA Swim Lessons: Fitness Classes, Youth & Adult, Preschool, and Child/Parent.


Child Abuse Prevention - Supports the YMCA's commitment to child abuse prevention by:



  • Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
  • Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
  • Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
  • Completing all child abuse prevention training as required



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Qualifications
Behaviors
Team Player - Works well as a member of a group
Dedicated - Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Motivations
Self-Starter - Inspired to perform without outside help
Ability to Make an Impact - Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Growth Opportunities - Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
Equal Opportunity Employer

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