YMCA Program Manager This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Develops, organizes and implements high quality YMCA program(s). Essential Functions: Directs and supervises program activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives. Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs staff and volunteers as needed. Reviews and evaluates staff performance. Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals. Establishes new program activities and expands program within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans. Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information, may organize and schedule program registrations. May review and process program scholarship applications. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations. Develops and monitors program budget to meet fiscal objectives. Coordinates use of facilities for program activities and events. Assists in YMCA fund raising activities and special events. Models relationship-building skills in all interactions. Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints in timely manner. May assist with Program Committee meetings. Compiles program statistics. Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in programs. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: One to two years of Aquatic Management Experience Required trainings within 30 days of hire include: completion of: Mandated Reporter Training, Lifeguard Instructor, Certified Pool Operator Completion of YMCA program-specific certifications. 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 and to supervise program activities in a wide variety of indoor and outdoor locations (depending upon the programs). Program Specific Duties: Aquatics Monitors daily pool operations to adhere to all state, local and YMCA health and safety regulations. Maintains accurate records of pool chemical levels and facility maintenance. Maintains accurate records of staff certifications. Conducts and ensures proper maintenance of pools. Secures and schedules pool facilities. Conducts lifeguarding, swim instruction, First Aid and CPR trainings. Creates and schedules swim classes, water fitness classes, and swim team practices and meets.