Program Director (Non-Profit) jobs in Waterloo, IA

POSITION SUMMARY:
We are seeking a highly motivated, self-starter to take the lead of our aquatics department. This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. In this position, you will develop, organize and implement high quality, member-focused YMCA aquatic programs and provide leadership to the association in the area of risk management. You will supervise all staff in the aquatics program, including head guards, lifeguards, swim instructors, and swim team coaches.
OUR CULTURE:
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Directs and supervises aquatic program activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives. Establishes new program activities and expands program within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations.

• 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. Ensures records of staff certifications are current and complete.

• Monitors daily pool operations to adhere to all state, local and YMCA health and safety regulations.

• Conducts and ensures proper maintenance and cleaning of pools. Secures and schedules pool facilities. Maintains accurate records of pool chemical levels and facility maintenance.

• Conducts lifeguarding, swim instruction, First Aid and CPR trainings.

• Creates and schedules swim classes, water fitness classes, swim team practices and meets, and water safety education workshops with area schools.

• Travels to swim meets with Swim Team. (Approx. 3 to 5/year)

• Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information.

• Develops and monitors program budget to meet fiscal objectives.

• Assists in YMCA fund raising activities and special events.

• Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions. Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints in timely manner.

• Assists with Program Committee meetings.

• Compiles program statistics. Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in program.

• Provides leadership to the association in the areas of risk management and emergency preparedness.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• 1.Engaging Community

• 2.Communication & Influence

• 3.Developing Self & Others

• 4.Critical Thinking & Decision Making

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• One to two years related experience preferred; for example, as a head guard, pool manager, aquatics coordinator or supervisor.

• Current CPR, First Aid, AED, and Lifeguard certification.

• 4. Ability to complete Introduction to the Y's Cause & Culture, New Employee Orientation, Mandatory Reporter, Listen First, and Bloodborne Pathogens within first 30 days.

• Ability to obtain Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor training (or equivalent) and Certified Pool Operator certifications within first 90 days.

• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions of position and to supervise program activities.

• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 per year