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Needed: Member Service Staff, Lifeguards, Bus Drivers, Preschool Teachers, Afterschool Counselors
Current Open Jobs
Youth Development Director
Branch: Bell Road YMCA
Deadline: December 20
Salary: $35,000 – $37,000
Job Description
Our flagship, Bell Road YMCA, has an exciting opportunity for an experienced motivator with strong programming skills to join our team as the Youth Development Director. This individual must have proven experience related to overseeing programming for teens, youth development and sports. Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Youth Development Director oversees the development, organization and implementation of high-quality sports, youth and teen programs as well as housekeeping.
Essential Functions:
- Directs and supervises program activities to meet YMCA objectives. Expands programs within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans. Programs include teen programs and initiatives, summer/specialty camps, youth sports, etc.
- Manages, directs, and coordinates youth and teen programs for assigned location. Ensures high-quality programs and established new program activities. Expands programs within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans.
- 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.
- Manages budgets related to areas of responsibility. Ensures programs operate within budget and that program fees are collected.
- Assures compliance with state and local regulations as they relate to program areas. Ensure that the YMCA program standards are met, and safety procedures followed.
- Provides for upkeep of assigned program facilities and equipment and ensures the physical environment supports healthy living.
- Develops and maintains relationships of school administration, parent groups, and other organization and agencies related to assigned programs.
- Responds to all agency, parent and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
- Manages and advises teen program, including developing and monitoring the program budget to meet fiscal objectives; compiling program statistics to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of a participation in program; securing and scheduling the needed facilities; and crating and scheduling the classes, activities or events.
- Ensures 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.
- Models relationship building skills in all interactions. Develops and maintains collaborative relations with community organizations. Maintains regular, clear and concise communication within areas of responsibility.
- Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
- Attends branch board meetings as directed.
- Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of participation in programs.
- Serve as part of the staff leadership team for the Bell Road YMCA Annual Support Campaign.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required; education leadership, business management, recreation management or related field of study preferred.
- Minimum 3 years staff supervision and leadership experience required
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.) required
Certifications:
- CPR, First Aid and AED within 30 days of hire.
- Child Abuse Prevention and Bloodborne Pathogens
To Apply:
Submit cover letter, resume and six references to Adam Schrott at [email protected]
The YMCA of Greater Montgomery is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment is subject to a background check.
Sr. Program Director
Branch: Downtown YMCA
Deadline: December 18
Salary: $35,500 – $40,000
Job Description
The Senior Program Director is responsible for the development, implementation, and administration of all member services such as the Welcome Center and Housekeeping functions as well as all fitness and wellness programming at the Downtown Y location of the YMCA of Greater Montgomery. This position will assist in the oversight of the training and certification compliance of branch and association fitness staff. In addition, every position in the YMCA of Greater Montgomery is responsible for upholding our mission by modeling behaviors that exemplify the four pillars of character – caring, honesty, respect and responsibility
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience. Plus 5 (Five) years’ experience in wellness and wellness training. Knowledge of anatomy and kinesiology with applications to developing group fitness classes/small group training and club offerings Strong relationship and supervision skills.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Includes the following.
- Responsible for preparing and managing the budget for the areas of responsibility.
- Develop, plan, promote and implement all programs for the areas of responsibility.
- Recruit, hire, train, and supervise the Group Exercise staff and the Downtown Group Exercise Schedule, fill in as needed for staff.
- Recruit, hire, train and supervision of the Member Service staff and the operations of the Welcome Center. Be able to perform all member service duties including Daxko, closing shift and performing bank deposits as needed for the success of the operation.
- Provide leadership and supervision support of part time staff that assist in the implementation of membership services and activities.
- Actively pursue and develop relationships within the community that help provide growth and support for the wellness programs at the Downtown Branch.
- Performs branch responsibilities as assigned including manager on duty shifts.
- Ensure Personal Trainers and Group Exercise Staff follow the minimum education, certification, and/or continuing education requirements.
- Help lead CPR certification training efforts for Association.
- Serve as a member of YMCA of Greater Montgomery Wellness Cabinet.
- Meet all financial development dollar goals for the Annual Support Campaign as assigned.
- Must possess knowledge in computer applications such as Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Publisher, Microsoft Word and the email program Microsoft Outlook.
- Ensure all areas of supervision are maintained in a clean and professional environment.
- Collect and analyze departmental statistics and data and prepare and distribute reports as appropriate.
- Is committed to the core values of the YMCA and the mission we serve and follows the guidelines and policies of the Association.
- Other responsibilities as assigned
Certifications:
- CPR; First Aid; AED; CPR instructor certification, Personal Training certification, YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise and YMCA Healthy Lifestyle Principles, YMCA Group Exercise Instructor certification.
- Certified by NASM, ACSM, ACE or another accreditation recognized by the YMCA
To Apply:
Submit cover letter, resume and six references to Mona Martin at [email protected]
The YMCA of Greater Montgomery is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment is subject to a background check.
Aquatics/Wellness Director
Branch: Historic Cleveland Avenue YMCA
Deadline: December 20
Salary: $35,000 – $40,000
Job Description
The Aquatics/Wellness Director is responsible for developing, implementation, administration and supervision of the Historic Cleveland Ave YMCA aquatics and wellness programs. This position will also oversee the Kershaw YMCA pool and summer camp aquatic programs and staff. Will directly supervise all employees in the Aquatic/Wellness Departments to include Safety around Water program.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or 5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- To promote, administer and lead in development and implementation of aquatic programs and wellness services.
- To develop, implement, and oversee the school based (whatever age/grade is determined appropriate) “learn to swim” program in conjunction with the Public-School System.
- To plan, organize, implement, and evaluate all activities of aquatic’s programs for the Historic Cleveland Ave and Kershaw YMCA’s.
- To develop, implement and monitor aquatics and wellness budgets.
- To work with the association wellness coordinator to implement wellness services and appointments to members.
- To maintain knowledge of current trends in aquatics and be able to implement new programs and ideas.
- To maintain all pool operations, keep adequate records in accordance to local/State regulations, evaluate, control, and measure the effectiveness of the program.
- To recruit, hire, train and supervise all full and part-time employees in areas of the Historic Cleveland Ave and Kershaw YMCA Aquatic/Wellness operations.
- To assist staff in providing leadership for all staff including and demonstrating outstanding customer service. Serve as a Manager on Duty as directed/scheduled.
- To develop and implement the aquatic training programs including swim lessons instruction and lifeguard training. Participants in developing, scheduling and overseeing the Association monthly training calendar in regard to CPR/1st Aid/AED staff training.
- To serve as part of the staff leadership team for the Historic Cleveland Ave YMCA Annual Support Campaign.
- To assist the Sr. Vice President of Community Development and program director as needed in managing the branch facilities programs and services.
- To substitute for subordinate employees as required for adequate facility coverage.
- To assist staff and volunteers in grant writing pertaining to learn to swim and safety around water programs and services.
- To counsel with members regarding their wellness needs.
Certifications:
- Required for hire: PRO-CPR, 1st Aid, AED, Oxygen, & Current YMCA or Red Cross lifeguard certification, Current Lifeguard Instructor Certification, Current WSI or YMCA Swim instructor certification.
- Required within 30 days of employment: Bloodborne Pathogens, Child Abuse Prevention training.
- Nationally recognized Fitness Certification (preferred)
- Required within 90 days of employment: Certified Pool Operator Certification
To Apply:
Submit cover letter, resume and six references to Mona Martin at [email protected]
The YMCA of Greater Montgomery is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment is subject to a background check.
Member Service Staff (Mornings and Afternoons)
Branch: Midtown
Deadline: Until filled
Salary: $8.00 per hour
Job Description
This position is responsible for serving members and guests, maintaining member service control, data entry, answering member questions, and performing various clerical duties. Morning hours are 8:00am – 12:00pm; afternoon hours are 12:00pm – 4:00pm
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent minimum. Degree pursuit/currently employed in service industry preferred.
- Effective verbal communication skills required
- Basic knowledge and use of computers
- High degree of accuracy with provided information
- Multi-task oriented
- First Aid and CPR required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire
- Required safety trainings within two weeks of hire
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Greet members (by name) and visitors in a positive and professional manner as a
representative of the YMCA; ensures the security of the facility enforcing policy
regarding visitors - Handle and solve member concerns
- Answer the telephone in a prompt, courteous manner – three ring rule applies
- No one left “on hold” for more than 30 seconds without personal contact
- Provide all needed information on phone messages taken and give correct information to callers
- Member sign-up and program registration all done correctly and in a timely manner
- Enter receipt information correctly for membership and programs
- Be accountable for all money collected during your shift. Ensure Money and receipt total match
- Perform routine filing and copying as needed
- Perform facility access control duties by scanning member’s cards and entering visitors in the computer program
- Understand and be able to apply emergency procedures
- Maintain clean and professional appearance for self and facility. Wear staff shirt. Wear nametag. (shorts and skirts of moderate length, no blue jeans)
To Apply:
Submit application to LaChresha DeMoss at [email protected]
The YMCA of Greater Montgomery is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment is subject to a background check.
Afterschool Counselor
Branch: Cleveland Avenue YMCA
Deadline: Until filled
Salary: $8.00
Job Description
Counselors are responsible for supervising children while conducting educational, cultural and recreational activities for children from grades K-8.
Qualifications:
- Must be at least 17 years of age
- Must enjoy working with children
- Demonstrated experience working with children
- Approachable and friendly
- Excellent character, integrity and adaptability
- Ability to teach and lead various recreational activities
- Ability to communicate and work with a variety of age and skill levels
- The desire and ability to work in a cooperative, team-oriented atmosphere
- Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience and self-control
- Available Monday – Friday.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Take primary responsibility for the health, well-being and happiness of participants
- Learn the likes and dislikes of each participant
- Recognize and respond to opportunities for group problem solving
- Provide opportunities for the group so that each individual experiences success while at the YMCA
- Encourage respect for personal property, YMCA equipment and facilities
- Set a good example for participants in all areas, including cleanliness, punctuality, clean-up chores, rules and sportsmanship
- Guide participants in participating successfully in all aspects of activities
- Supervise, assist instructors and actively participate in all aspects of the participants’ day
- Observe participants behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques
- Meet/communicate regularly with Director regarding concerns, updates and challenges
- Submit all required paperwork on time
To Apply:
Submit application to Ariann Charity at [email protected]
The YMCA of Greater Montgomery is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment is subject to a background check.
Member Service Staff (Mornings and Afternoons)
Branch: Bell Road
Deadline: Until filled
Salary: $8.00 per hour
Job Description
This position is responsible for serving members and guests, maintaining member service control, data entry, answering member questions, and performing various clerical duties. Morning hours are 7:30am – 12:00pm; afternoon hours are 11:00am – 5:00pm
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent minimum. Degree pursuit/currently employed in service industry preferred.
- Effective verbal communication skills required
- Basic knowledge and use of computers
- High degree of accuracy with provided information
- Multi-task oriented
- First Aid and CPR required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire
- Required safety trainings within two weeks of hire
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Attend YMCA Safety Training Workshop within 30 days of employment
- Understand and be able to apply emergency procedures
- Greet members (by name) and visitors in a positive and professional manner as a
representative of the YMCA; ensures the security of the facility enforcing policy
regarding visitors - Handle and solve member concerns
- Answer the telephone in a prompt, courteous manner – three ring rule applies
- No one left “on hold” for more than 30 seconds without personal contact
- Provide all needed information on phone messages taken and give correct information to callers
- Member sign-up and program registration all done correctly and in a timely manner
- Enter receipt information correctly for membership and programs
- Be accountable for all money collected during your shift. Ensure Money and receipt total match
- Perform routine filing and copying as needed
- Perform facility access control duties by scanning member’s cards and entering visitors in the computer program
- Maintain clean and professional appearance for self and facility. Wear staff shirt. Wear nametag. (shorts and skirts of moderate length, no blue jeans)
To Apply:
Submit application to Brittney Martin at [email protected]
The YMCA of Greater Montgomery is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment is subject to a background check.
