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Be a game changer and inspire the next generation through youth sports and aquatics. Build skills, confidence, and community connections.
Job Description
The Grandview Family YMCA has been a cornerstone of the Millbrook community for many years, providing a welcoming space for individuals and families to connect, grow, and thrive. This program director position is responsible for the development, implementation, and administration of all aquatics and sports programming at the Grandview Family YMCA. In addition, every position in the YMCA of Greater Montgomery is responsible for upholding Christian principles that are central to our mission by modeling behaviors that support healthy living, youth development, and social responsibility.
Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from a four year college or university (or acquire within first year of employment) and one to two years of related experience and/or training are required.
Essential Functions
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
1. Directs and supervises program activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA strategic objectives. Establishes new program activities and expands within the community in accordance with YMCA’s strategic and operating plans.
2. Responsible for preparing and managing the budgets for the areas of responsibility.
3. Plan, develop, promote, implement, and grow all programs for the areas of responsibility.
4. Supervise the scheduling of all sports & aquatics facilities. Additionally, ensures proper maintenance of the pools and maintains accurate records of pool chemical levels and facility maintenance.
5. Takes a leadership role in scheduling, managing, programming, and maintaining the sports fields at 17 Springs.
6. Recruit, hire, train, and supervise all staff and volunteers in areas of responsibility. Ensures records of staff certifications are current and complete.
7. Provide leadership and support for all part time staff in the YMCA especially for front line staff that assist in the implementation of all program areas and activities.
8. Implements new and innovative programs for all ages that help add value to a YMCA membership.
9. Assist the Associate Executive Director in the maintenance of branch grounds and facilities.
10. Schedule, staff, and supervise rental groups when needed.
11. Assist with periodic Association-wide trainings, committees or task-forces as assigned.
12. Monitor daily pool operations to adhere to all state, local, and YMCA health and safety guidelines.
13. Creates and schedules swim lessons, water fitness classes, swim team and special events.
14. Assist the Childcare Director with after-school and summer programing as needed.
15. Actively pursue and develop relationships within the community that help provide support and leadership for the YMCA.
16. Develop an annual plan for securing team sponsorships and support for the Annual Support Campaign which provides scholarships for families in our communities.
17. Assist in YMCA fund raising activities and special events.
18. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies
Change Leadership: Facilitates, co-creates, and implements equitable change for the good of the organization and/or community.
Engaging Community: Builds bridges with others in the community to ensure the Y’s work is community-focused and welcoming of all, providing community benefit.
Philanthropy: Secures resources and support to advance the Y’s work.
Volunteerism: Engages volunteers and promotes social responsibility at all levels of the organization.
Collaboration: Creates sustainable relationships within the Y and with other organizations in service to the community.
Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y’s cause.
Inclusion: Values all people for their unique talents and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence.
Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Makes informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgment.
Fiscal Management: Manages the Y’s resources responsibly and sustains the Y’s nonprofit business model.
Program/Project Management: Ensures program or project goals are met and intended impact occurs.
Developing Self & Others: Develops self and supports others (e.g., staff, volunteers, members, program participants), both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential.
Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations.
Required Certifications
1. Red Cross CPR for the professional rescuer, AED, and O2
2. Bloodborne Pathogens
3. All other safety trainings as required by the YMCA of Greater Montgomery
Recommended Certifications
1. Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
2. Red Cross Instructor level certification
3. Serve Safe Certified
4. Lifeguard certification
Benefits include Health, dental and vision, 12% retirement upon eligibility, 403b optional retirement plan, YMCA membership, program discounts, generous PTO plan, and Troy University tuition discount.
The YMCA of Greater Montgomery is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment is subject to a background check.