What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sports & Aquatics Manager position at YMCA of the USA?
The Sterling-Rock Falls Family YMCA is looking for a leader to join our team and support the work of the Y!
Job Description
The Sports & Aquatics Manager will lead the development and implementation of high-quality youth and aquatics programs, combined with the ability to manage the administrative components of program operations. Strong organizational and time management skills are necessary to ensure that the participants and families have a high quality experience at the Y. Responsibilities include supervision and training of the aquatics and program staff, along with new and innovative ideas to grow and expand existing programs. The manager will need to be available to work evenings and weekends, as this is when many of the programs take place.
Qualifications
Minimum of three years of program experience, preferably in a YMCA or other nonprofit agency.
Ability to direct programs through supervision of volunteers and staff, development and monitoring of budgets, and program development.
Previous supervisory experience.
Prefer knowledge of and previous experience with diverse populations.
Flexibility, with the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
YMCA Team Leader certification.
Lifeguarding Certification.
CPR, First Aid, AED certifications, Child Abuse Prevention training and other required trainings/tests within 60 days of hire date.
Essential Functions
Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.
Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.
Required Certifications
Lifeguarding Certification preferred.
CPR, First Aid, AED certifications, Child Abuse Prevention training and other required trainings/tests within 60 days of hire date.
Retirement contributions [10% shared—4% employee; 6% YMCA], vacation plan, health plan and other benefits per personnel policy.
Job Description
The Sports & Aquatics Manager will lead the development and implementation of high-quality youth and aquatics programs, combined with the ability to manage the administrative components of program operations. Strong organizational and time management skills are necessary to ensure that the participants and families have a high quality experience at the Y. Responsibilities include supervision and training of the aquatics and program staff, along with new and innovative ideas to grow and expand existing programs. The manager will need to be available to work evenings and weekends, as this is when many of the programs take place.
Qualifications
Minimum of three years of program experience, preferably in a YMCA or other nonprofit agency.
Ability to direct programs through supervision of volunteers and staff, development and monitoring of budgets, and program development.
Previous supervisory experience.
Prefer knowledge of and previous experience with diverse populations.
Flexibility, with the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
YMCA Team Leader certification.
Lifeguarding Certification.
CPR, First Aid, AED certifications, Child Abuse Prevention training and other required trainings/tests within 60 days of hire date.
Essential Functions
- Directs and supervises program activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives. Expands youth sports and aquatics programs within the community.
- Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs staff and volunteers as needed. Reviews and evaluates staff performance. Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
- Assists in the marketing and distribution of the program information, organizes and schedules program registrations.
- Develops and monitors program budget to meet fiscal objectives.
- Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations.
- Coordinates use of facilities for program activities and events.
- Assists in YMCA fundraising activities and special events.
- Models relationship-building skills in all interactions. Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints in timely manner.
- Compiles program statistics. Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in programs.
Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.
Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.
Required Certifications
Lifeguarding Certification preferred.
CPR, First Aid, AED certifications, Child Abuse Prevention training and other required trainings/tests within 60 days of hire date.
Retirement contributions [10% shared—4% employee; 6% YMCA], vacation plan, health plan and other benefits per personnel policy.