YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties · 5 hours ago
Senior Aquatics Program Director
Gig Harbor, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$80K/yr - $82K/yr
4+ years expThe YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is hiring a Senior Aquatics Program Director. This role provides strategic leadership and oversight for the development, delivery, and daily operations of the Aquatics Department, ensuring high-quality, member-focused programs and compliance with regulations.
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Responsibilities
Ensure high quality member-focused programs through innovative program development, evaluations, and ongoing training of staff
Develop, implement, and manage operating plans to promote program and/or membership growth for the YMCA
Execute strategies to ensure that members and/or program participants connect with one another and connect with the YMCA
Assure compliance with state and local regulations
Ensure that program standards are met and safety procedures are followed
Keep current on aquatic trends and national standards to develop a full range of programs that incorporate the YMCA philosophy and mission statement, and meet the needs of our community
Coordinate special events and activities
Provide data and reports as required for assigned programs
Collaborate with the Association Operational Focus Groups and other directors of YMCA PKC branches to ensure consistent association-wide programming
Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community organizations
Respond to all member and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner
Work collaboratively with the community and partner organizations to assess and meet additional needs of our community and members
Develop and control department budgets related to the position
Utilize purchase orders, check requests and expense reports per association policies. Use a system to track and monitor ongoing expenses, purchase orders and inventory
Hire, train, and supervise staff and volunteers in assigned areas
Facilitate communication and provide leadership
Review and evaluate staff performance
Develop strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals
Review, approve, and submit staff time cards to payroll department per schedule
Track volunteer hours and record appropriately
Schedule shifts and process time off requests for staff
Provide all departmental staff with professional development
Ensure that all mandatory training is scheduled and funded
Responsible for overseeing the entire department and therefore, the schedule varies depending on the program, activity, meetings and special events
Responsible for shifts and department coverage that can vary depending on the lack of coverage needs
Meet performance measurement by telling the Y story and raising charitable dollars to fulfill our mission
Assist staff leadership team in reaching campaign goals through recruiting campaigners, making personal asks and supporting branch events
Provide leadership and support to the annual fundraising campaign and volunteer committees/boards as assigned
Develop relationships with internal/external members to secure and support branch financial development success
Provide training and equip staff with tools to better communicate our cause
Embraces and actively promotes an inclusive and equitable work environment
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum age of 18 years or older
Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent experience in supervision, fiscal management, program development, and staff and volunteer leadership (preferred)
Current YMCA of the USA Lifeguard Supervisor certification, or ability to obtain and maintain
Current YMCA Lifeguard certification, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, First Aid, and Oxygen certifications, or ability to obtain and maintain
Minimum of six months of Aquatics experience, including at least 100 hours of lifeguard service
Demonstrated passion for working with people and in an aquatic environment
Proven ability to manage, develop, and lead staff and volunteer teams
Strong organizational skills with a proactive and results-oriented approach
Committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment
Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act)
Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in human services, social services, recreation, business, or equivalent
Four or more years of program management experience, preferably in a YMCA or other nonprofit agency
YMCA Team Leader or Multi-team/Branch Leader certification preferred
Trainer of CPRO, AED, and First Aid preferred
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision benefit plan options
YMCA paid Life and Long-term Disability Insurance
Opportunity to participate in the YMCA 403(b) retirement saving plan. After 2 years of Full-Time employment, the YMCA will contribute 8% of your monthly earnings
Accrual of 15 days of paid vacation (vacation accruals increase with years of service)
8 paid Holidays/Floating Holidays per year
Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program and LifeMart employee discount center
Professional training, education and certification opportunities
20% discount on YMCA programs, Child Care services, and merchandise
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for Full-Time employees
Company
YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties
YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties provides child care, break camp, on demand and live classes, community cafés, and training services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Charlie Davis
President and Chief Executive Officer
Toko Thompson, MBA, CMA, HCISPP
Vice President and CFO
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