Jobs

FLSA Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt
Reports to: Marketing and Communications Director
Location: Southeast and Northwest Branches and up to 20 hours per week remote                                                                                                                                              

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining digital content that supports the YMCA of Monroe County marketing initiatives. Oversee the website, email, video, blog, and app content, as well as the social media accounts for two branches that support Y programs, promotions, and communication pieces for members, donors, and the Monroe County community.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Manage all digital media communications through daily updates and timely responses to comments or questions.
• Develop and implement goals for the various applications through website, email, social media, blog, video, app, and other design materials that are consistent with the Y’s communication and marketing goals.
• Manage and oversee YMCA of Monroe County website.
  • Responsible for consistent copy and layout of the YMCA of Monroe County website.
  • Ensure site is maintained in compliance with the visual and brand standards established by the Y-USA guidelines.
  • Create navigational structure of the website and hierarchy of information, and continually strive to improve processes for the website that will enhance user experience.
  • Implement SEO best practices in order to optimize website for search engines, using Google Analytics to track effectiveness.
• Create and manage email and social media marketing campaigns and calendar.
• Responsible for building and communicating YMCA brand in a clear and effective manner and within the parameters of a cause-driven organization.
• Write, edit, and update materials for all digital platforms, targeting optimized language and structure for each specific platform.
• Manage all social media platforms with relevant content and seek other opportunities to increase reach to appropriate audiences.
• Ensure that communications are accurate, clear, and complete while maintaining a consistent tone and Y voice.
• Create video campaigns from conception to finalization. Plan, film, and edit each project.
• Provide statistics for monthly metrics on all digital platforms.
• Maintain promotional content on TV screens at both branches.
• Conceive of new marketing campaigns, plans, and tactics.
• Assist Marketing Department with marketing plans for special events. Work closely with planning stages of events for marketing support and day-of tasks as needed.
• Collaborate with our program, development, and membership teams to coordinate digital outreach for each department.
• Use Adobe InDesign to update and maintain copy of print marketing materials, member communication pieces, and templates as needed including program fliers, internal branch marketing pieces, and promotions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Belief in the YMCA and its mission.
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, English, marketing, public relations, media, or related field preferred.
• Experience with website design and content management.
• Proficiency with video production and familiarity with Adobe Premiere Pro is preferred.
• Strong skills in designing and implementing social media strategies including the use of Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications as well as experience in Adobe Creative Suite programs, especially Premiere Pro and InDesign. Experience with Constant Contact or other email marketing platforms is preferred.
• Ability to speak, write, and understand English language clearly and concisely. 
• Familiar with The Chicago Manual of Style.
• Must be able to complete projects by a deadline.
• Motivated to bring Y marketing to the next level of effectiveness to help achieve the Y mission more fully.
• Certification in Google AdWords and Google Analytics or complete certification requirements within six months of start date.
• Must be able to work both independently as well as in a team setting. 
• Able to creatively brainstorm and interpret new ideas.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to interact positively with staff and top community leaders
• Work as a member of the marketing team, be supportive, assist others when help is needed, and attend department meetings.
• After completion of training, ability to work remotely for up to 20 hours each week if on-site support is not necessary and is approved by supervisor. 

COMMUNITY DESCRIPTION:

The YMCA of Monroe County, founded on Christian principles, is a charitable organization with an inclusive environment committed to enriching the quality of family, spiritual, social, mental and physical well-being. Through group exercise classes, youth programs, swim lessons, adult health programs, and more, we aim to build a healthier Monroe County. Every day, we work side by side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income, or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.

FLSA Status: Part-time, minimum 15 hours per month

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provide safe and effective one-to-one personal training to program participants. Be able to guide, educate, and motivate participants toward reaching their personal fitness goals. A working knowledge of strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular training with ability to pass knowledge on to participants.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for connecting with client in timely manner to establish training routine.
• Able to create safe, effective program for each individual client utilizing education and creative fitness tools.
• Maintain tracking records of all clients profiles for both data base and client retention.
• Available to train on a consistent basis. Must be available evenings and weekends. Minimum of three clients required.
• Model best practices for creating and establishing a team concept with fellow personal trainers. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must hold a National Personal Training Certification from an accredited organization, such as ACSM, ACE, NASM, etc. Degree in physical education health or field related to exercise physiology is preferred but not required.
• Must have a positive and caring attitude and willingness to help individuals achieve their fitness goals by implementing the YMCA mission statement and character development philosophy (i.e., caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility) into personal training.

COMMUNITY DESCRIPTION:

The YMCA of Monroe County, founded on Christian principles, is a charitable organization with an inclusive environment committed to enriching the quality of family, spiritual, social, mental and physical well-being. Through group exercise classes, youth programs, swim lessons, adult health programs, and more, we aim to build a healthier Monroe County. Every day, we work side by side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income, or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.

FLSA Status: Part-time
Reports to: Aquatics Director

POSITION SUMMARY:

• Maintain a safe and clean environment at the Monroe County YMCA aquatics facility.
• React to an emergency situation as a qualified first responder.
• Part-time staff should work a minimum of fifteen (15) hours per month on a consistent basis, or instruct a class a minimum of twice a week on a consistent basis. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Lead by example and perform all lifeguard duties at a high level.
• Ensure all lifeguards are maintaining a safe and clean pool facility during each shift.
• Fulfill all lifeguard duties (on time, chemical checks, chemical interactions, etc.).
• Communicate regularly with all on-call guards regarding open shifts, special situations, etc.
• Be aware of pool(s) conditions – cleanliness, chemical balance, etc.
• Assist with cleaning responsibilities.
• Assist with on-call weekend duty as needed.
• Must attend monthly in-services.
• Two on-call weekends per season.
• Other duties as requested by aquatics director or coordinator.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have and maintain current lifeguard and CPR certifications and be able to successfully perform life-saving skills.
• Must be able to lift at least 50lbs.

COMMUNITY DESCRIPTION:

The YMCA of Monroe County, founded on Christian principles, is a charitable organization with an inclusive environment committed to enriching the quality of family, spiritual, social, mental and physical well-being. Through group exercise classes, youth programs, swim lessons, adult health programs, and more, we aim to build a healthier Monroe County. Every day, we work side by side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income, or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.