Supervisor of Aquatics
Top Benefits
About the role
We are currently looking for a Supervisor of Aquatics to join our team of committed professionals. This Full-time position within the Association is housed at the YMCA of Northeastern Ontario’s Durham Street location in Sudbury.
Under the leadership of the Center Manager of Health and Wellness, the Supervisor of Aquatics is responsible for coordinating the operation of programs and services in the aquatics department, including swim lessons, enrichment courses, special events, scheduling, health and safety, human resource management, meeting financial targets and managing within the department budget and staff and volunteer development according to YMCA policies, procedures, and standards.
START DATE: September 1, 2025
LOCATION: Sudbury, ON
RATE OF PAY: $50,000 - $56,000 per year
HOURS: 40 per week
Major Responsibilities
- Participate in program delivery schedule
- Ensure health regulations are being met at all times
- Develop program initiatives to enhance the opportunities and services for members and participants in the program area aligned with Health, Fitness and Aquatics member retention plan
- Communicate schedules on a sessional basis to members, participants, membership services staff and other program staff
- Remain current with aquatic regulations and industry standards
- Respond within 24 hours to inquiries regarding programs
- Plan and coordinate all department special events and assist with other special events as required
- Provide training and support to staff and volunteers
- Assist in the development of the department budget and maintains accountability, responsibility for the department fiscal goals
- Schedule staff and volunteers
- Ensure all required records and documents are kept for the monthly inspection
- Provides leadership to the level of service delivery for the department using Priority SAM Standards
- Build relationships with members and guests, and promote the YMCA as a charitable organization
Qualifications
- College diploma or University degree in Recreation, Sports & Leisure, Sport Management, Physical Education or related field
- National Lifeguard Certification (NLS) in good standing
- Pool Operator Certification considered an asset
- Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience in a similar role
- Minimum of two (2) years of working directly in aquatics
- YMCA Trainer or Trainer Educator considered an asset
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Advanced computer skills
- Current LSS Instructor Trainer an asset
- Current YMCA/LSS Red Cross Instructor
- First Aid Instructor Trainer an asset
- Current Standard First Aid and CPR C
- Current and satisfactory Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector
What we Offer
- Free Personal Membership and Family Membership
- Discounts for day camps and recreational programs, summer camp and licensed child care for toddlers up to school-age
- Paid vacation and sick/personal days
- Extended Health and Dental Care Program that includes coverage for Vision and Professional Services such as those performed by Dieticians, Chiropractors, Massage Therapists, Psychologists, Naturopaths, and more!
- Employee and Family Assistance Program that includes short-term mental health supports such as counselling and online courses, and lifestyle coaching which includes legal and financial counselling
- Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment & Long-Term Disability Benefits
- YMCA Federation Pension Plan
- Mileage reimbursement
- Team bonding and employee recognition events
- Professional development opportunities
- Opportunity to explore a wide range of jobs and functions
How To Apply
If you would like to work in a family friendly environment, please apply, by website only, with a cover letter and resume by August 5, 2025 to the attention of the Personnel Committee.
About YMCA of Northeastern Ontario
The YMCA of Northeastern Ontario has been serving our local communities for over 180 years and we are committed to supporting our local families, children, adults, youth and seniors in our various programs and services today.
At the YMCA, our values and purpose drive everything that we do. As a charity, we’ve championed values of empathy, health, trustworthy, inclusiveness, respect and responsibility. Helping people develop a healthy spirit, mind and body and inspiring a sense of social responsibility is the cornerstone of our legacy of caring.
Supervisor of Aquatics
Top Benefits
About the role
We are currently looking for a Supervisor of Aquatics to join our team of committed professionals. This Full-time position within the Association is housed at the YMCA of Northeastern Ontario’s Durham Street location in Sudbury.
Under the leadership of the Center Manager of Health and Wellness, the Supervisor of Aquatics is responsible for coordinating the operation of programs and services in the aquatics department, including swim lessons, enrichment courses, special events, scheduling, health and safety, human resource management, meeting financial targets and managing within the department budget and staff and volunteer development according to YMCA policies, procedures, and standards.
START DATE: September 1, 2025
LOCATION: Sudbury, ON
RATE OF PAY: $50,000 - $56,000 per year
HOURS: 40 per week
Major Responsibilities
- Participate in program delivery schedule
- Ensure health regulations are being met at all times
- Develop program initiatives to enhance the opportunities and services for members and participants in the program area aligned with Health, Fitness and Aquatics member retention plan
- Communicate schedules on a sessional basis to members, participants, membership services staff and other program staff
- Remain current with aquatic regulations and industry standards
- Respond within 24 hours to inquiries regarding programs
- Plan and coordinate all department special events and assist with other special events as required
- Provide training and support to staff and volunteers
- Assist in the development of the department budget and maintains accountability, responsibility for the department fiscal goals
- Schedule staff and volunteers
- Ensure all required records and documents are kept for the monthly inspection
- Provides leadership to the level of service delivery for the department using Priority SAM Standards
- Build relationships with members and guests, and promote the YMCA as a charitable organization
Qualifications
- College diploma or University degree in Recreation, Sports & Leisure, Sport Management, Physical Education or related field
- National Lifeguard Certification (NLS) in good standing
- Pool Operator Certification considered an asset
- Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience in a similar role
- Minimum of two (2) years of working directly in aquatics
- YMCA Trainer or Trainer Educator considered an asset
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Advanced computer skills
- Current LSS Instructor Trainer an asset
- Current YMCA/LSS Red Cross Instructor
- First Aid Instructor Trainer an asset
- Current Standard First Aid and CPR C
- Current and satisfactory Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector
What we Offer
- Free Personal Membership and Family Membership
- Discounts for day camps and recreational programs, summer camp and licensed child care for toddlers up to school-age
- Paid vacation and sick/personal days
- Extended Health and Dental Care Program that includes coverage for Vision and Professional Services such as those performed by Dieticians, Chiropractors, Massage Therapists, Psychologists, Naturopaths, and more!
- Employee and Family Assistance Program that includes short-term mental health supports such as counselling and online courses, and lifestyle coaching which includes legal and financial counselling
- Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment & Long-Term Disability Benefits
- YMCA Federation Pension Plan
- Mileage reimbursement
- Team bonding and employee recognition events
- Professional development opportunities
- Opportunity to explore a wide range of jobs and functions
How To Apply
If you would like to work in a family friendly environment, please apply, by website only, with a cover letter and resume by August 5, 2025 to the attention of the Personnel Committee.
About YMCA of Northeastern Ontario
The YMCA of Northeastern Ontario has been serving our local communities for over 180 years and we are committed to supporting our local families, children, adults, youth and seniors in our various programs and services today.
At the YMCA, our values and purpose drive everything that we do. As a charity, we’ve championed values of empathy, health, trustworthy, inclusiveness, respect and responsibility. Helping people develop a healthy spirit, mind and body and inspiring a sense of social responsibility is the cornerstone of our legacy of caring.