Be the Spark that ignites the potential in people! At our YMCA, we believe in the power of people. Every day, our dedicated employees and volunteers bring energy, positivity, and inclusivity to everything they do. They are the spark that ignites potential in others—helping individuals grow, thrive, and truly belong.

When people feel connected and supported, communities become stronger, more resilient, and full of life. That's the impact of people-powered change. Together, we create welcoming spaces where everyone is valued, differences are celebrated, and possibilities are endless. Be the spark. Shine bright. Help others shine too.

About the Role:

The Northern Alberta YMCA is looking for an Aquatics Manager to create a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals while providing effective supervision and risk management to the overall delivery of all aquatic programs. This role is working on strategies to improve the members' experience, affecting an increase in retention, program quality and overall member satisfaction in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise, coach, train and develop staff and volunteers.
• Ensures the program and service experience for members and participants consistently meets and exceeds YMCA standards and supports membership retention and the HFA UVP.
• Collaborates with their Program Manager to establish and adhere to annual budget and program priority plans. Ensures timely execution of annual priority plan.
• Lead and coach Aquatics Operations Coordinators in implementation and execution of annual priorities
• Work with Aquatics Operations Coordinators to ensure adherence to and management of annual budget plans
• Support Program Manager to ensure programs and services evolve with YMCA Canada updates, established trends, member or community demand or common best practices
• Maintains positive, collaborative relationships with staff, volunteers and external partners and stakeholders.

• Supports General Manger with branch operations at assigned HFA Centres.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a program leadership capacity including experience in supervision, coaching and performance management, and in program management, finance and administration
• University degree in Recreation, Physical Education, Education, or related experience an asset.
• Certifications: Intermediate First Aid & CPR-C, National Lifeguard (NL) Pool, must hold one of YMCA Swim Instructor (YSI) or Lifesaving Instructor (LSI)
• Obtain Lifesaving Swim Instructor (LSI) and YMCA Champion - Aquatics within 1 year of hire date.
• Obtain Oxygen Administration (O2) within 6 months of hire date.
• Aquatics Emergency Care (AEC) and National Coaching Certification (NCCP) are an asset.
• Leadership Certification in Aquatic Supervisor Training (AST), National Lifeguard Instructor (NLI) or First Aid Instructor (FAI) is an asset.
• Able to obtain a Police Information Check with Vulnerable sector check.
• Must obtain employer specific WHMIS and child abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date.
• Ability to maintain certification-level currency without expiry, as well as physical and mental readiness.

Why work for the YMCA?

The YMCA of Northern Alberta is a charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities. We are committed to helping our employees and volunteers reach their full potential and are recognized as a great place to work and volunteer. We offer meaningful opportunities to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities.

Joining the Y means contributing to over 100 years of providing opportunities for people to shine! Our Y serves tens of thousands of people each year through programs and services like health and fitness, licensed child care, day camps, mental health, employment and immigrant services, education and training, and services for youth, families and seniors.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: Inclusion has power, and we take strides to create a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone can belong. Diverse teams unleash new ideas, and employees thrive in a culture that recognizes and appreciates the unique perspectives and backgrounds of others. Through our differences in how we think and act we can form innovative and effective teams and deliver organizational success.

If we can make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about an opportunity so we can work with you to accommodate your needs.

In keeping with our commitment to safety and child protection, job offers are contingent on the successful completion of a Police Records Check. Prior to your first day and every three years thereafter, a Vulnerable Police Records Check is required.

The YMCA only considers applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, due to the volume of applications we receive, we can only contact candidates who are selected for an interview.