This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. This position will lead the association aquatics team to develop, organize and implement high quality programs and ensure consistency, efficiency and innovation is happening within the department. Oversight of department staff training to ensure it is following department and association expectations will be a key focus for success in this position. This position will direct operational programs in accordance with the purposes and policies of the Association and other regulatory agencies. This individual is responsible for program expansion, supervising staff and volunteers, day to day operations, and maintaining a positive working relationship with all branches of the organization.

• Bachelor's degree in human services, social services, recreation, business or equivalent
• Three or more years of program management experience, preferably in a YMCA or other not-for-profit agency
• Ability to direct programs through supervision of volunteers and staff, development and monitoring of budgets, marketing and public relations, program development and fund-raising
• Prefer knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations
• Ability to establish and maintain collaborations with community organizations
• YMCA Team Leader or Multi-team/Branch Leader certification preferred
• Instructor certifications for Y Guard CPR/PR, First Aid, AED and oxygen or ability to obtain within one year

CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION:

I will support the YMCA of the Northern Colorado commitment to child abuse prevention by:

• Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
• Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
• Completing all child abuse prevention training as required
• Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor

The YMCA has zero tolerance for abuse. We will report all suspected and/or allegations of abuse to the state and federal law.

CERTIFICATIONS:

• Complete Hazardous Communications , Harassment Prevention, Blood-borne Pathogens and Child Abuse Prevention training and attend Living Our Cause/Engaging our members at time of hire
• Maintain CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer every year
• Maintain Lifeguard Certification every three years
• Maintain First Aid and Emergency Oxygen every 2 years
• Blood-borne Pathogens/Child Abuse Prevention every year

STAFF

• Recruits, hires, trains, develops, supervises, schedules and directs Association Aquatics Directors and front-line staff and volunteers as needed
• Reviews and evaluates staff performance
• Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals
• Ensures records of staff certifications are current and complete

BUDGET

• Develops, manages and controls budget to ensure program operates within budget and meet fiscal objectives
• Works with the shared services department on processes and procedures to ensure program registration is streamlined and all registration fees are collected in a timely manner

PROGRAM/OPERATIONS

• Responsible for quality, growth, and evaluation of all programs
• Directs strategic planning efforts and develops the annual operating plan of the centers and designated program area.
• Ensures the safety and maintenance of high quality facilities, grounds, and equipment
• Serves as a member of YMCA management and supports the overall objectives of the YMCA
• Oversight of all aspects of Aquatics, both membership and program related
• Expands program within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans
• Compiles program and facility usage statistics
• Monitors and evaluates usage and participation in program
• Maintain a safe and orderly environment in all areas of the facility by conducting facility patrols to identify maintenance concerns, facility cleanliness, safety, and security
• Implements, in collaboration with other programs departments, Child Abuse Prevention and safety training consistently throughout all program areas
• Identify strategic collaborative partnerships that congruently align with the YMCA's strategic priorities
• Participates in a collaborative effort as a member of the Program Operations Team to determine goals, strategies and program improvements for the association
• Works with branch directors and executives to ensure Aquatics programs meet the needs of the branch and members, provides input and recommendations related to fixtures, furnishings and supplies needed to ensure that facilities and programs are safe and age appropriate
• Assures compliance with state and local regulations. Ensures that program standards are met and safety procedures are followed
• Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints In timely manner
• Supports as needed/appropriate in proper maintenance of pools. Ensures aquatics staff knows all expectations and are maintaining accurate records of pool chemical levels and facility maintenance
• Develop systems/measurements that gauge program impact, satisfaction, quality trends, financial stability, and growth potential

ASSOCIATION

• Works closely with the marketing department to ensure all marketing deadlines are met and initiatives are successful
• Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information
• Assist with developing long range plans for facilities and programs
• Facilitates relationship and schedules regular communication with YMCA branch leadership to discuss staff development, understand branch expectations and communicate program needs for a successful program
• Participates in assigned branch and association-wide events, meetings and activities
• Provides leadership and support to the annual fundraising campaign and volunteer committees/boards as assigned
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships within the community
• Other related duties as assigned