Outdoor Summer Recreation Coordinator
Posted by Saratoga Regional YMCA on 01/18/2021
Job Basics
Industry Sector: Action, Fitness, Lifestyle, Outdoor
Job Categories: Outdoor Education
Company Type: Association, Gym/Outfitter
State: NY
City: Saratoga Springs
Country: United States
Required Experience: 3 - 5 years
Contact Name: Steve Butler
Contact Phone: 5185839622 ext. 118
Job Type: Seasonal Full Time
Salary:
Required to Relocate:
Required to Travel:
Employee May Telecommute: No
Job Seeker Must Live Within:
Job Description & Requirements
This role oversees the total operation of the Outdoor Recreation Center to include oversight of the Outdoor Adventure Course, Summer Camp usage programming, staffing, Safety and development. The Outdoor Recreation Coordinator is responsible for running a safe High and Low Ropes adventure course experience for Summer Camp Children and weekend Family, Individual, and Corporate climbs.
OUR CULTURE:
Our mission
and core values are brought to life by our culture. At SRYMCA, 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:
- Ensures programs and services meet community needs to include supervising existing ?program activities, establishing new program activities, and expanding the program within ?the community as needed.
- Create, develop, implement and manage high quality, mission focused programs that meet the needs of the community. Ensure quality program delivery and effective use of resources including staff, volunteers and equipment within established budget.
- Ensure staff excellence in service delivery to assure program retention, satisfaction and growth.
- Manage program operations to meet established financial targets.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory safety standards including but not limited to DHS, NYS regulations and all SRYMCA policies and procedures.
- Administering program, materials, communication, marketing and promotion.
- Provide oversight of all aspects of program registration, promotion, open houses, and in conjunction with the Marketing Dept. clearly articulate new programs to the community.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive staff development plan that has a focus on staff satisfaction and continuous quality improvement. Ensure staffing complies with regulatory requirements. Responsible for ensuring ongoing feedback and disciplinary action to all program staff.
- Monitor staff schedules, time sheets, and payroll. Accountability for departmental budget relating to staff salaries.
- Inspect off site programs and trips sites regularly for proper supervision, safety, member experience and compliance with program requirements.
- Direct all aspects of safety related to staffing, equipment, environment and behavior. Know and train on the use of incident reports, emergency procedures, stocked first aid kits, etc.
- Hold meetings with core staff to communicate program successes and shortcomings and to develop plans to address the identified needs.
- Regularly meet with Branch Executive to evaluate and expand program offerings.
- Perform other related duties as assigned
LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:
- Volunteerism
- Engaging Community
- Fiscal Management
= Minimum of 3 years’ supervisory experience.
= Bachelor’s Degree or related field experience preferred.
= A proven track record of program responsibility and sound safety management skills.
= Experience in staff supervision.
= Ability to recruit, train, schedule, supervise and motivate staff.
= Experience in developing assessment of program effectiveness.
= Excellent oral and written communication skills. Detail-oriented with problem solving skills. Demonstrated experience setting and managing priorities.
= Exhibit strong leadership skills; possess a passion for member service, building and maintaining a culture of member service excellence
= Acquire and maintain the following certifications:
o CPR Pro/AED/O2 (valid 2 years unless otherwise noted)
o First Aid (valid 2 years unless otherwise noted
o Association for Challenge Course Technology (ACCT) or other accredited organization certification to operate and train on an Adventure Park.
HEALTH AND SAFETY EXPECTATIONS:
= Employees must maintain a safe work environment free of clutter, debris and hazardous conditions
= Report all accidents/incidents involving themselves, members/program participants, guests or other employees and complete accident/incident reports immediately
= Be familiar with Emergency Procedures and specific duties assigned to them
= Be familiar with additional safety responsibilities specific to their position
The SRYMCA is an equal opportunity
employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status,
genetic information, protected veteran status, domestic violence victim status
or any other characteristic protected by law.
