Senior H&W Director (Multi-Functions)

Title: Senior Director (Multi-Functions)

Level: Exempt, Level 11

Date: September 22, 2021

Position summary:

Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Senior Program Director shall be responsible for the planning, administration, supervision and delivery of preschool through adult Health & Wellness, Recreation and Sports programming. Direct operation of these departments, including facility management and all other aspects of program delivery. 

Reports To:

Executive Director

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned

• To support the YMCA mission and serve as a role model for the character development initiative and Active America.

• Oversee the following program areas – Fitness Center floor, Group Exercise (including water aerobics), Personal Training, Preschool Sports, Youth Sports and Leagues, Adult Sports, Leagues and Recreation Programs. These programs will be offered onsite and offsite at strategic community locations. 
• Oversee planning, development and delivery of Programs.
• Serve members of the program area in a direct contact manner, usually having daily contacts with participants, parents, and community at large. 
• Plan, schedule and deliver mission driven program offerings, within the framework of policies and procedures established by the Branch’s Board of Management, in conjunction with supervising branch directors. 
• Schedule staff and programs to meet the needs of members and provide for maximum utilization of facility and manpower. 

• Ensure that all staff is properly certified; including First Aid/CPR, and attend all necessary trainings required to remain current in the position. 
• Oversee the quality of program delivered and implement suggestions for improvement. 
• Adhere to the Association’s quality standards and guidelines relative to a specific program area. Communicate with and conduct regular assessments with participants and members regarding programs and services. 
• Maintain all necessary reports, member tracking and statistical data as required for program managers. 
• Cultivate positive public relations by listening and responding to members needs. Encourage memberships for program participants who are not currently members. Ensure programs meet annual revenue and net goals. 

• Serve as an ambassador of the YMCA by promoting the YMCA as a membership organization. 
• Ensure each camp meets all standards to maintain its ACA accreditation.
• Assist in branch or association fund raising efforts, providing leadership when necessary, assisting a team, recruiting and training volunteers. 
• Work in harmony and cooperation with other staff members at the branch and Association level as well as with volunteers and members to develop a team spirit and family atmosphere. Ensure proper communications and advertisement of your programs area’s activities between the department you direct and these audiences. 
• Work in collaboration with others to extend the YMCA into the community, researching opportunities and funding sources. Be willing to participate in activities that lead to community involvement. 

• Lead ongoing recruitment and training efforts to facilitate volunteer involvement on property committee and in programs. 
• Share in the public relations and marketing of programs. 
• Prepare and monitor budget preparation and good financial stewardship for the H&W and sports departments. 
• Participate in branch and Association staff meetings, trainings and events as well as in cluster, field and national YMCA groupings as appropriate for cooperative and coordinated efforts. 
• Continually enhance professional development through workshops, educational courses, seminars, program school offerings and appropriate reading material. 

• Participate in Association program teams. Remain abreast of the activities of branch committees or board directives as needed. 
• Work to ensure a risk-free environment, i.e. caution regarding unsafe practices and conditions. Report accidents and injuries and complete incident reports. 

Supervisory Requirements

Supervise all H&W, sports and recreation personnel during morning, afternoon, evenings, and weekends as per schedules. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include recruiting, interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. 

Terminating employees will be done in consultation with the program director, operations director, or executive director who will consult with Human Resources. 

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability requires. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience 

Bachelors Degree in Outdoor Education, Education, Physical education, Health and Wellness, Fitness, Leisure studies or Recreation is preferred. 

Language Skills:

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. 
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. 
• Ability to speak effectively before members or employees of the Association.

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. 
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to anticipate, identify and address members needs to ensure safety and enjoyment. To accurately complete all required paperwork. To professionally handle and or get help to resolve conflict. Ability to follow instructions as given and/or directed by supervisor. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Certifications / Training:

• CPR
• First Aid

• Multi-Team/Branch Leadership Certification
• Child Abuse Prevention

Working towards:

• YUSA Senior Directorship
• Listen First

• National Personal Training Cert
• National Group Ex Cert

It is the Employees responsibility to maintain all certifications and renew in a timely manner in accordance with Certifying Organization.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: 

• stand, walk, and sit

• use hands to finger, handle, reach, and/or feel
• balance, stoop, kneel or crouch
• talk and listen
• the employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds

Work Environment: 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The position has exposure to Blood-borne Pathogens and the incumbent will be educated and prepared to do so.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions.