Title: Program Director - Sports & Fitness

Branch: Wayman Palmer Community YMCA

Supervisor: Operations Director

Position Type: Full Time

Salary: $35,600 / year

Be a difference maker, with the YMCA of Greater Toledo. We are a Cause Driven community of collaborative, bold, fun, dedicated individuals, whose passion is the many people we guide, teach, and protect every day. As leaders in the health and wellness field, we're making a strong, lasting, positive impact on our community. Here, you'll find a dynamic environment and culture that is open, friendly, welcoming, and collaborative. Are you ready to be an inspiring, innovative force that prepares people for success? Their future begins now. And so does yours.

Regardless of your role with us, you'll find so many things to love when you become part of our team. There's our fun, challenging work environment. There's the awesome team and supportive organization. You'll find that everyone in YMCA of Greater Toledo has the same goal: to prepare people for success and inspire them to be lifelong learners. Flexible, Creative, Fun, Nurturing, Positive...we're not just saying it. You'll find these things being demonstrated here, every day.

The Program Director is responsible for the planning, budgeting and coordination of all sports related programming, special events, and Fitness/Wellness department at the assigned Branch of the YMCA of Greater Toledo.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent preferred but not required.
2. Minimum two years related experience preferred.
3. Strong organizational and communication skills along with basic computer skills are required.
4. General knowledge of/interest in wellness, fitness, and sports strongly preferred.
5. Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
6. Additional training requirements within 30 days of hire include: Child Abuse Prevention; CPR; First Aid; AED; Bloodborne Pathogens.
7. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Directs and supervises program activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives.
2. Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs personnel and volunteers as needed. Reviews and evaluates staff performance. Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
3. Understands and fully participates in the Y-Improvement model for his/her branch as well as any assigned Association initiatives. Will ensure data within the Y-Improvement model is accurate and up to date. Will be accountable for meeting or exceeding target conditions related to his/her areas of responsibility.
4. Establishes new program activities and expands programs within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans.
5. Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information, may organize and schedule program registrations.
6. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations.
7. Develops and monitors program budgets to meet fiscal
8. Coordinates use of facilities for program activities and events.

• Assists in YMCA fundraising activities and special events.
• Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions.
• Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
• Assists with Program Committee meetings
• Compiles program statistics. Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in programs.
• Ensure the safety of all participants in the Wellness Center. Notify the Fitness Director and front desk of any injury or emergency. File Incident/Accident reports.
• Give tours of the facility; promote the benefits of membership. Explain pricing and options.
• Participate in successful implementation of Smart Start program.
• Schedule for this position will include nights and weekends and be part of the MOD schedule.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Why Work At The Y?

1. Future employers respect the Y

When future employers see the Y on your resume, they think of an organization with global ties that has been around for more than 100 years. We have a reputation for hiring good people who do great things.

1. Every day is something new

Whenever you work or wherever you work, every day is a new adventure. One moment you'll be helping kids with homework and the next you'll be leading a big art project or games outside.

1. Free Y membership

When you work for the Y, we offer you all the perks of being a Y member including access to all branches and discounts on classes, child care, and camp.

1. The job is designed with your schedule in mind

Part-time and full-time positions are available, making jobs at the Y ideal for anyone!

1. The best coworkers ever

Everyone that works at the Y shares a passion for making their communities a better place, especially for kids. Don't be surprised if you leave your Y with great professional experience and new friends.

Along with competitive pay, the YMCA of Greater Toledo offers exceptions benefits which include the following:

• Complimentary YMCA membership for all employees. Full time employees will receive a complimentary YMCA membership for their entire family.
• A rewarding career with professional growth and advancement opportunities
• A challenging and fun work environment with creative and talented individuals.
• Full time employees are eligible to receive quality health insurance (medical, dental and vision) with affordable premiums.
• Full time employees also receive (at no cost to them) Long Term Disability and Life Insurance coverage.
• All employees are eligible to participate in the YMCA's excellent retirement fund.

The YMCA of Greater Toledo is a drug free workplace and is committed to a policy of Equal Opportunity prohibiting discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, disability or veteran status.