The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking an experienced and innovative Aquatics Program Director to organize, monitor, supervise, and maintain aquatics programs for the Gig Harbor Family YMCA. Program responsibilities may include: maintaining quality swim lessons, water exercise, swim team programs, birthday parties, and lifeguard training.
The Gig Harbor Family YMCA is a part of YMCA's Activate America national initiative that is committed to:
• Supporting those who want to lead a healthy lifestyle, but struggle to do so.
• Being an integral part of our community's efforts to make long-lasting changes that support healthy living.
• Working in collaboration through partnerships with public, private and other nonprofit organizations.
Key Responsibilities
• Build quality relationships with members and provide leadership and hands-on instruction in groups and on a one-to-one basis.
• Identify and develop small groups and activities that help bring members together.
• Assist in the planning of curriculum and coordination of swim class schedules while maintaining member safety.
• Plan, coordinate and implement programs as assigned. Work with other staff to enhance participation levels and meet the goals and objectives of the YMCA Aquatic Programs.
• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and coordinate volunteers and part-time staff in specified program areas.
• Demonstrate teamwork and a positive attitude with the aquatic staff, other staff in the building and Association, and all members at the Gig Harbor Family YMCA.
• Operate within a zero-based budget for aquatics programs.
• Open and/or close the facility as scheduled, serving as Manager on Duty.
• Participate as a key staff leader in the Strong Kids Campaign by telling the Y story, by recruiting, leading, and supervising volunteers and securing charitable donations.
• Identify and develop small group and activities that help bring members together.
Branch Team Member and YMCA Values
• Model the YMCA values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility through fun, positive relationships with members & staff. Seek every opportunity to encourage, motivate and thank fellow staff members for their work.
• Be enthusiastic toward members by learning their names and expressing an interest in their YMCA activities. Strive to enrich their Y experience by introducing them to new programs, staff, members and volunteer activities.
• Understand the Y's mission, goals, objectives and programs to better relay this information to members for Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility.
Professional Image and Development
• Maintain a consistent, professional image through dress, actions and relationships with members. Speak enthusiastically on behalf of the Y at given opportunities.
• Participate in applicable training and conferences to further professional growth as outlined in annual training plan.
• Participate in staff meetings and other association or branch committees, and with Branch Advisory Council, as needed.
• Represents the YMCA and self in a professional manner of safety and fun.
Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree and/or two years related knowledge and experience that includes supervision, fiscal management, program development, staff and volunteer development.
• Current CPR for the Professional, AED, First Aid, Oxygen Administration, and Lifeguarding certifications.
• YMCA Team Leader certification preferred.
• Knowledge of current aquatic safety and program standards, latest trends in aquatics, and the ability to articulate and incorporate them.
• The ability to demonstrate a friendly, courteous and professional manner when dealing with members and the ability to understand articulate and enforce YMCA policies and procedures in a positive manner.
• Strong self-starter and initiator with a passion for service and relationship building.
Apply online at www.ymacpkc.org/jobs
- Location: GIG HARBOR - YMCA
- Compensation: Hiring Range: $33,000 -- $42,000 annually, plus excellent benefits
- This is at a non-profit organization.
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