The Valley of the Sun YMCA is one of the top 50 YMCA associations in the United States that has transformed its culture, vision and operations in the last 2 years. With 15 branches in Phoenix, Yuma and Flagstaff along with a thriving overnight camp in Prescott. We are fast growing as a $31 million dollar cause-driven organization that is focused on improving the nation's health and well-being and providing opportunities to give back and support our neighbors. If you share a commitment to being a part of a greater movement then a career with the YMCA is for you.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF A PROGRAM DIRECTOR 1 OF AQUATICS -CHANDLER:

• Supports aquatics staff and Program Directors.
• Ensures aquatics programs and services meet community needs to include supervising existing program activities, establishing new program activities, and expanding the program within the community as needed. Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information.
• Recruits and hires diverse staff and volunteer teams across multiple dimensions of diversity. Onboards and develops them for success.
• Facilitates lifeguard, swim instructor and ASHI training as needed.
• Models relationship-building skills in all interactions. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations. Maintains regular, clear, and concise communication within area of responsibility.
• Manages the program, including developing and monitoring the program budget to meet fiscal objectives; compiling program statistics to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of and participation in program; securing and scheduling the needed facilities; and creating and scheduling the classes, activities, or events.
• Complies with all Aquatics cabinet responsibilities, including attending regular meetings.

• This is not an exhaustive list of job duties. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned.

REQUIREMENTS TO BE A PROGRAM DIRECTOR 1 OF AQUATICS - CHANDLER:

• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience.
• YMCA Team Leader certification preferred.
• At least four years as a lifeguard, swim instructor, water fitness instructor or swim coach.
• Two or more years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Minimum age of 21.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Ability to maintain certificate level of physical and mental readiness for applicable certifications.
• Ability to think in the abstract, solve problems, and make quick decisions under stress.
• Must be observant, safety conscious, and able to react calmly and quickly in an emergency.
• Knowledge and experience in the recruitment, training, and supervision of professional staff.

FULL TIME BENEFITS:

• 12% Employer Funded Retirement Plan (once eligible)
• Free YMCA Family Membership
• Free Programs for dependents
• Health benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid Vacation & Sick Leave (once accrued)
• 6 paid holidays per year
• Professional Development Opportunities & Trainings
• 403b Retirement Savings Account upon hire
• Employee Assistant Program

OUR YMCA CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.