Employment Opportunities 

Aquatics Director

The Sheboygan YMCA is looking for an energetic Aquatics professional with a passion for aquatics programming for all ages.

Job Description

Under the direction of the Program Operations Director the Aquatics Director is responsible for the leadership and delivery of all aquatics programs and pool scheduling including:  swim lessons, individual swim lessons, swim team, water exercise, swim instructor and lifeguard supervision and training, and other pool special events – rentals, parties, and new program development.

The Aquatic Director will demonstrate a commitment to the Y as a cause-driven leader, and practice core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience with supervisory and teaching responsibilities in aquatics and competitive swim coaching preferred.
• Education:  Credentials in Health, Physical Education, Recreation, or related degree.
• Certifications:  CPR/AED/FA, YMCA Swim Lessons Instructor – completed within first 6 months, Lifeguard Training Instructor – preferred, Emergency Oxygen Training Instructor – within the first year, Certified Pool Operator – a plus.

Essential Functions

• Swim Lessons – all ages including individual and special needs lessons
• Competitive Swim Team – this position may include coaching, and/or supervising the Y competitive swim team.
• Water Exercise – shared responsibility with the Director of Healthy Living
• Scheduling of lifeguards, instructors, coaches, and daily pool schedules
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate all aquatics staff and volunteers
• Promote aquatics programs, and develop new programs to meet needs of Y-members and to meet the needs of the community.
• Participate as a valued part of the Y leadership team

Required Certifications

Certifications:  CPR/AED/FA, YMCA Swim Lessons Instructor – completed within first 6 months, Lifeguard Training Instructor – preferred, Emergency Oxygen Training Instructor – within the first year, Certified Pool Operator – a plus

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Assistant/ Lead Childcare Teacher

Job Description

Under the direction of the Child Care Director, this position is responsible for the supervision of the children in the center 0 -13 years of age. Assist with educational, recreational, nutritional, and disciplinary components of the program. Maintain a safe, healthy, non-threatening, and positive environment. Interact with children at their level, maintain required records, and perform opening and closing procedures.

Essential Functions

• Guide children’s behavior in a positive and supporting manner leading to increased independence.
• Plan, schedule, implement, and supervise the daily program of appropriate developmental experiences for a classroom group of children that meets our center policies as well as state and Youngstar guidelines.
• Provides care and protection for assigned children and maintains state required ratios.
• Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental, and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, storytelling, and field trips.
• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
• Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use, both in learning and in imaginative play.
• Arrange indoor and outdoor space to facilitate creative play, motor-skill activities, and safety.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students’ varying needs and interests.
• Observe and evaluate children’s performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
• Ensure necessary documentation is complete such as daily sheets, meal counts, sign in/out sheets, accident reports, lesson plans, etc.
• Keep all areas of the center clean and sanitary to maintain infection control and orderly, pleasant surroundings.
• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, conferences, workshops, and other career development and professional activities.
• Meets yearly continuing education requirements.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary classroom for children to thrive.
• Maintains good attendance and is flexible to work within the hours of operation.
• Provides quality customer service to children and parents, greeting them by name when they enter and maintaining confidentiality.
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Incorporate new methods or policies into existing practice.
• Follow written and oral instructions.

Physical Requirements

• Moves intermittently throughout the workday.
• Able to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to sit, stand, squat, bend, twist, walk, push, pull, and move at a fast pace.

Special Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Previous experience working with children preferred.
• Must have patience, understanding, and enjoy working with children.
• Certification from WI Early Childhood professional recognition, First Aid, and CPR/AED required (will train if necessary).
• Must complete and pass a background check.
• Must complete and pass a pre-employment physical and TB test.

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Building Supervisor

The Y Building Supervisor is the “manager on duty” when working. This includes: customer service, crisis/emergency management, supervision of facility, assisting with services, and light maintenance.

Must be 21 to apply

Training available: CPR/FA/AED

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Child Watch Care Giver

Job Description

Supervise & care for children ages infant to 8 years old. Engage children in age appropriate activities, maintain safe, healthy, pleasant environment for kids.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 35lbs., bend, twist, move intermittently, & get down on the floor to play with children.
• Previous experience working with children, patience, understanding, & enjoy being around children.

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Facility Manager

Join the dynamic Sheboygan County YMCA leadership team as our Facility Manager, who oversees all three sites of the Sheboygan County YMCA.

Job Description

Under the direction of the CEO and in accordance with the Christian nature and purpose of the Sheboygan County YMCA, the Facility Manager will be responsible for the effective and efficient physical plant operation of all sites, the administration of all building and grounds maintenance and housekeeping programs. The Facility Manager supervises all maintenance and custodial staff, performs set maintenance and prevention programs, repairs, installations, and contracts professional tradesmen when needed.

Every effort has been made to make your job description as complete as possible. However, it does not state or imply these are the only duties you will be required to perform. Omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is a logical assignment to the position.

Qualifications

The Facility Manager, as the maintenance team lead, must possess strong supervisory skills, knowledge of mechanical and housekeeping operations relative to a recreational and camp facility setting, budgetary skills related to development and control of maintenance items, and the ability to integrate staff and services of an organization that has many different functions. Have ability to read blueprints. Knowledge of a Building Automation System, steam boilers, assets essential work order systems. Knowledge of state and local codes relating to building, swimming pools, elevators and fire inspections. Possess strong skills and the ability to perform repair tasks and installations in areas such as plumbing, electricity, HVAC, carpentry, OSHA guidelines, pool and various equipment maintenance, etc. S/He will be expected to obtain a Certified Pool Operator certification within six months of hire.

 Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Maintain a positive relationship with all Y members, Y employees, contractors and public, communicate effectively to diverse individuals and groups. Must possess an understanding of the mission of the organization and the purposes of the facilities in the long term dimensions. Must possess the ability to understand and relate to staff and community members in person and in written English.

Must be able to lift a minimum of 70 pounds, routinely climb stairs and ladders (of steep heights), bend and reach to any areas within the building requiring maintenance. Current driver’s license and ability to drive with record that meets YMCA standards. Must be responsible and able to maintain a flexible work schedule to remain on call 24 hours a day to respond to emergency calls during off-hours, including evenings and weekends.

 The Facility Manager must have leadership and management skills to administer the department. S/He must have organizational and delegation skills. The Facility Manager must be a self-motivated and a person who takes pride in the Association and understands the importance of his department and the appearance of the facilities and grounds in the overall picture of the YMCA.

Essential Functions

1. Maintain the general maintenance and cleanliness of the Sheboygan County YMCA buildings and grounds. Be on call and/or schedule call coverage 24/7 for emergencies related to any facility of the Sheboygan County YMCA.

 2. Develop, implement and monitor a plan to maintain the YMCA vehicles mechanically and in appearance. Responsible for the vehicle maintenance schedules and for assuring that the individuals operating the Y vehicles are appropriately licensed and trained.

3. Develop the annual department budget with CEO and Finance Director. Bid and order building supplies and maintain supply inventory.

4. Identify, coordinate, and schedule all building and grounds’ projects. Develop long range plans in order to maintain high quality facilities with maximum utilization. Conduct inspections as needed.

 5. Knowledge and implementation of local, state, and federal regulations and safety guidelines and codes including those related to OSHA and HIPPA; ensure YMCA buildings and grounds adhere to such guidelines. Ensure material safety data sheets are maintained. Keep written records required by licensing agencies.

6. Develop and maintain, with CEO and the YMCA Board of Directors, a long range plan in order to maintain high quality facilities with maximum utilization. Maintain records on all mechanicals using Dude Solutions for Sheboygan Y and spreadsheets for Falls Y and Y-Koda.

 7. Work with tradesmen, quote jobs, assist as needed, evaluate work and schedule payment of work.

 8. In conjunction with the CEO and Branch Executive Directors manage the YMCA’s Property Committees.

9. Recruit, train, schedule supervise and evaluate Sheboygan County YMCA Building and Grounds staff; work closely with staff in day-to-day maintenance and custodial functions; review and recommend the organization and assignment of custodial maintenance duties. Responsibility includes assisting the HR Director with the development and review of the department’s job descriptions, interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems for all shifts of staff to ensure first class cleaning and establish excellence in the cleaning and maintenance program.

Group Fitness Instructor

Job Description

Teach the following group fitness classes: *Body Pump, Boot Camp, Cycle, & Pilates in a safe manner

Qualifications

Previous experience teaching group fitness classes, certification in respective class type*, & 1st Aid, CPR & AED certification* (*Will provide training if necessary)

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Gymnastics & Parkour Instructor

Job Description

Give clear, precise information to instruct students how to perform gymnastics & Parkour moves safely & correctly.

Qualifications

• Must be able to instruct &/or demonstrate gymnastics skills.
• Ability to lift, drag, & push/pull boards, mats, equipment, & lift 50-100lbs to spot gymnasts.
• Must be able to reach, bend, squat, & kneel frequently & for extended periods of time.
• Above average communication skills to work with children of all ages & confer with staff & parents.
• Previous experience with instructional gymnastics is essential, as well as enjoyment working with children.

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Gymnastics Recreation Program Director

Do you have a passion for helping kids learn and stay active? Do you enjoy gymnastics? How about sharing that passion with others?

Job Description

Sheboygan County YMCA is currently hiring a full-time, exempt Gymnastics Recreation Program Director for our Sheboygan Gymnastics Center. Join a forward-thinking non-profit organization in furthering our mission to provide programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.

Qualifications

Education

· College diploma or equivalent required

Experience

· Minimum two years' experience as gymnastics instructor required

· Minimum one year supervisory experience required

Skills

· Ability to work in high-pressure, fast-paced environment

· Knowledge of gymnastics skills to effectively guide gymnasts

· Ability to interact and establish relationships with diverse groups of people.

Required Certifications

· USAG Instructor certification, or completion of certification within 90 days of hire, CPR, AED, and/or First Aid certification preferred

Essential Functions

MANAGEMENT

· Supervise program activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives

· Establish new program activities and expand programs within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans

· Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community organizations

· Recruit, hire, train, develop, schedule, and direct personnel and volunteers as needed. Review and evaluate staff performance

· Develop strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals

· Ensure records of staff certifications are current and complete

· Assist in the marketing and distribution of program information. May organize and schedule program registrations

· Assist Senior Leadership with monitoring program budget to meet fiscal objectives

· Coordinate use of facilities for program activities and events

· Assist in YMCA Gymnastic fundraising activities and special events

· Model relationship-building skills in all interactions

· Respond to all member and community inquiries and complaints in timely manner

· Compile program statistics. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of and participation in programs

· Conduct and ensure proper maintenance of gymnastics facilities and equipment

Instruction

· Develop, direct and evaluate a year round Y Gymnastic Program for youth 10 months through 18 years of age.

· Instruct/coach gymnastics in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly

· Build effective, authentic relationships with participants and parents; help them connect with each other and the Y. Encourages parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers

· Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community organizations

· Convey information on gymnastics programs and schedules; as appropriate, refer participants and parents to other programs

· Maintain records as required (i.e., attendance, progress reports, etc.)

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Gymnastics Team Assistant Coach

Do you have a passion for helping kids learn and stay active? Do you enjoy gymnastics? How about sharing that passion with others?

Job Description

Sheboygan County YMCA is currently hiring a full-time, exempt Gymnastics Team Assistant Coach for our Sheboygan Y Gymnastics Center. Join a forward-thinking non-profit organization in furthering our mission to provide programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.

Qualifications

Education High school diploma or equivalent required

Experience Minimum one year experience as gymnastics coach required 

Skills

· Ability to work in high-pressure, fast-paced environment

· Knowledge of gymnastics skills to effectively guide gymnasts

· Ability to interact and establish relationships with diverse groups of people.

Required Certifications

· USAG Instructor certification, or completion of certification within 90 days of hire

· CPR, AED, and/or First Aid certification preferred or completion within 30 days of hire

MANAGEMENT

· Supervise program activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives

· Develop strategies to motivate part time staff and achieve goals

· Assist in Y Gymnastic Team fundraising activities and special events

· Model relationship-building skills in all interactions

· Respond to all member and community inquiries and complaints in timely manner

· Compile program statistics. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of and participation in programs

· Conduct and ensure proper maintenance of gymnastics facilities and equipment

COACHING

· Instruct/coach gymnastics lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly.

· Attend gymnastic meets and activities as assigned by Gymnastic Team Head Coach

· Build effective, authentic relationships with participants and parents; help them connect with each other and the Y. Encourages parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers

· Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community organizations

· Convey information on gymnastics programs and schedules; as appropriate, refer participants and parents to other programs

· Maintain records as required (i.e., attendance, progress reports, etc.)

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Gymnastics Team Head Coach

Do you have a passion for helping kids learn and stay active? Do you enjoy gymnastics? How about sharing that passion with others?

Job Description

Sheboygan County YMCA is currently hiring a full-time, exempt Gymnastics Team Head Coach for our Sheboygan Gymnastics Center. Join a forward-thinking non-profit organization in furthering our mission to provide programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.

Qualifications

Education

· College diploma or equivalent required

Experience

· Minimum two years' experience as gymnastics coach required

· Minimum one year supervisory experience required

Skills

· Ability to work in high-pressure, fast-paced environment

· Knowledge of gymnastics skills to effectively guide gymnasts

· Ability to interact and establish relationships with diverse groups of people.

Required Certifications 

· USAG Instructor certification, or completion of certification within 90 days of hire

· CPR, AED, and/or First Aid certification preferred

Essential Functions

MANAGEMENT

· Supervise program activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives

· Establish new program activities and expand programs within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans

· Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community organizations

· Recruit, hire, train, develop, schedule, and direct personnel and volunteers as needed. Review and evaluate staff performance

· Develop strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals

· Ensure records of staff certifications are current and complete

· Assist in the marketing and distribution of program information. May organize and schedule program registrations

· Assist Senior Leadership with monitoring program budget to meet fiscal objectives

· Coordinate use of facilities for program activities and events

· Assist in YMCA Gymnastic fundraising activities and special events

· Model relationship-building skills in all interactions

· Respond to all member and community inquiries and complaints in timely manner

· Compile program statistics. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of and participation in programs

· Conduct and ensure proper maintenance of gymnastics facilities and equipment

COACHING

· Develop year-round Y Gymnastic Team calendar with training and competitive meet opportunities.

· Instruct/coach competitive gymnastics in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly

· Attend Y Gymnastic meet competitions.

· Build effective, authentic relationships with participants and parents; help them connect with each other and the Y. Encourages parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers

· Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community organizations

· Convey information on gymnastics programs and schedules; as appropriate, refer participants and parents to other programs

· Maintain records as required (i.e., attendance, progress reports, etc.)

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Lakeview Member Engagement

Description

Responsible for training members on strength training & cardiovascular/aerobic equipment, monitoring safe form, correcting members when unsafe form is executed, cleaning & maintaining the center & equipment, & servicing members according to YMCA programs.

Qualifications

1st Aid, CPR & AED Certified within 3 months

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Lifeguard

Job Description

Responsible for the safety of participants in aquatic activities. Become familiar with & enforce pool rules, regulations, & procedures respectfully with tact & professionalism. Responsible for pool readings, cleanliness, & keeping the pool area neat & organized. Complete incident reports as necessary. Must be prompt & dependable.

Qualifications

Background in aquatics, lifeguard certification, 1st Aid, CPR, & AED certified. Must successfully complete the YMCA or Red Cross Lifeguard skills test.

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Personal Trainer

Job Description

Responsible for one on one personal training. For a detailed description contact Matt Mueller

Qualifications

1st Aid, CPR & AED Certified, personal training Certification, willing to train right person

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Swim Instructor

Job Description

Responsible for the safety of participants in aquatic activities. Become familiar with & enforce pool rules, regulations, & procedures respectfully with tact & professionalism. Responsible for pool readings, cleanliness, & keeping the pool area neat & organized. Complete incident reports as necessary.

Qualifications

• Background in aquatics, lifeguard certification, 1st Aid, CPR, & AED certified.
• Must successfully complete the YMCA or Red Cross Lifeguard skills test.
• Must be prompt & dependable.
• Ability to relate & desire to work with children.

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Volleyball Official

Job Description

Referee adult volleyball league games at the Sheboygan YMCA on Monday and Thursday nights.

Qualifications

Knowledge of the sport is required, experience playing is a preferred

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