Recreation Center Program Director

Dive into community impact! Lead programs and make waves as the Recreation Center Program Director at Sherman Lake YMCA!
Job Description

Under the supervision of the Membership Services Director, the Program Director will assist in planning, promoting, and implementing community services programs to enhance the lives of those in the communities surrounding Sherman Lake YMCA. The Program Director will be responsible for all membership programs, primarily focusing on the aquatics program at the recreation center.

Qualifications

Nature and Background of Position: This position is concerned primarily with the delivery of program services to the YMCA constituency.

Educational Requirements:

  • At least 1 year working as a certified lifeguard.
  • Current certification in Basic Life Support, Basic First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen Administration from ASHI or American Red Cross.
  • Current YMCA or Red Cross Lifeguard certification.
  • YMCA Swim Lesson or American Red Cross WSI instructor certificates (preferred).
  • YMCA Lifeguard Instructor and ASHI BLS/FA/O2 Instructor certification OR a willingness to obtain Instructor-level certification within 60 days of hire (preferred).
  • Knowledge in the use of computers and systems administration
  • Strong customer service and relationship-building skills
  • Copies of certifications must be on file, and it will be the individual’s responsibility to update before the cards expire.
Essential Functions

These are the principal activities of the Program Director and are not meant to be all-inclusive. Other responsibilities, duties, and tasks can be assigned by the position’s supervisor and/or the CEO. It is the Program Director’s responsibility that the following takes place:

  • Responsible for the safety of all recreation center aquatic participants.
  • Research and develop community-driven aquatic programs that fit within the Sherman Lake YMCA Outdoor Center mission, contribute income above their total expenses, and are coordinated with the pool and facility’s entire programmatic usage.
  • Hire, schedule, and ensure pool lifeguard shift coverage and aquatic program staffing in the pool for hours when the recreation building pool is open.
  • Certify staff in CPR, first aid, and water related certifications as needed.
  • Responsible for development and implementation of activities and program at Sherman Lake YMCA Outdoor Center.
  • Manage the membership database with accuracy
  • Monitor all emergency systems that will ensure member and participant safety at all times.
  • Ensure safety and incident reports are completed and turned in immediately after occurrence to both the Membership Services Director and the Business Manager.
  • Responsible for the cleanliness and maintenance of the recreation center including equipment and facilities.
  • Oversee daily operations of the recreation center as manager on duty when Member Services Director is away.
  • Ensure risk management safeguards are in place.
  • Attend required abuse risk management training and adhere to policies related to high-risk activities and boundaries with consumers.
  • Report suspicious/inappropriate behaviors and policy violations and follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
Required Certifications
  • Current certification in Basic Life Support, Basic First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen Administration from ASHI or American Red Cross.

  • Current YMCA or Red Cross Lifeguard certification.

  • YMCA Swim Lesson or American Red Cross WSI instructor certificates (preferred).

  • YMCA Lifeguard Instructor and ASHI BLS/FA/O2 Instructor certification OR a willingness to obtain Instructor-level certification within 60 days of hire (preferred).