GENERAL FUNCTION: Under the direction of the Senior Program Director/Branch Director, the Dance Director will provide remarkable member experiences in the areas of dance by improving overall program quality. A 40 hour work week will be necessary to accomplish the assigned responsibilities.
MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Education/Experience Requirements:
- Minimum age of 21
- Minimum of one year managing staff required
- Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred
- Relevant department experience in sport
Physical/Mental Requirements:
- Must be able to routinely perform the following physical activities as dictated by sport: run, jump, climb, bend, stoop, kneel, twist, reach with hands, sit, stand, walk, and perform moderate physical activity for extended periods of time, lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, have finger dexterity, grasp, perform repetitive motions, talk, hear, and have visual acuity.
- Must be able to lead and coach teams and individuals and have the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Must possess mental alertness, problem-solving, and task management skills; ability to make independent and sound decisions in a rapidly changing environment.
- Must demonstrate a high level of maturity, patience, dependability, sound judgment, and the desire to work with all ages.
- Must exhibit initiative in the absence of supervision.
- Must be able to relate to and work with diverse groups of people in a friendly and consistent manner.
- Must work collaboratively as a team member as well as independently and lead by assigned goals, duties, and deadlines.
- Must present a neat and professional appearance at all times.
Job Requirements:
- Commitment to the YMCA mission, vision, and values.
- Must attend New Employee Orientation within 30 days of hire.
- Complete CPR/AED, First Aid, O2, and Listen First Workshop in accordance with Conditions of Employment.
- Understand and abide by all policies and procedures as set forth by the association.
- Work a schedule that reflects the needs of the branch, including evenings and weekends.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Staff Development:
- Recruiting, hiring, training, developing, scheduling, and managing a high performing staff focused on providing exceptional service and instruction and working well as a team.
- Developing strategies to provide support and motivation to staff for the achievement of goals and retention.
- Reviewing and evaluating staff performance.
- Developing strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
- Maintaining staff retention through positive reinforcement and support.
- Responsible for documenting staff meetings/development and trainings.
- Ensuring staff certification records are current and fulfill all in-service standards.
Program Operations:
- Effectively communicating the mission, vision, and values of the Wichita YMCA.
- Ensuring all programs comply with YMCA standards and methods of operation.
- Integrating member-service and engagement strategies into all programs to ensure positive member recruitment and retention.
- Monitoring and evaluating delivery and effectiveness of programs and continually striving to attain the highest possible level of program quality.
- Building and expanding the program enrollment and participation.
- Keeping accurate records of attendance, retention, member, and non-member participation.
- Ensuring progress reports are distributed consistently to program participants.
- Being visible to staff and members.
- Responding to all member and community inquiries and concerns within 24 hours.
- Communicating program information, changes, and needs in a timely manner to supervisor and branch staff.
- Providing written and verbal communication to all team parents and coaches for clear understanding of practices, travel, and YMCA team policies.
Fiscal Management:
- Developing, monitoring, and meeting or exceeding budget targets.
- Producing effective and efficient staff schedules within set payroll budget parameters.
Strong Community Campaign:
- Providing leadership for assigned aspects of Strong Community Campaign, special events, and other fund development to ensure fundraising goals are met.
Facilities Development:
- Maintaining complete familiarity with all risk management procedures and policies.
- Maintaining program area and equipment in an orderly, clean, and safe condition; reporting any irregularities to maintenance personnel.
- Keeping an up-to-date inventory on all equipment, materials, and supplies.
Other:
- Serving as a member of the branch management team performing specific duties which support the overall success of branch operations.
- Communicating information promptly to all branch leadership and departmental staff.
- Attending applicable training and conferences to further professional development.
- All other duties as assigned.
EFFECT ON END RESULT: Providing leadership and guidance to ensure the achievement of goals and objectives of the Dance programs with high levels of participation, satisfaction, and retention of members, participants, and staff.
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