Ottawa YMCA

• Risk Management: Patrols the gym, walking track, and locker room areas to prevent accidents, theft, vandalism, and disruptive behavior. Completes incident reports for any personal injury, property damage, theft, or other unusual situations.
• Facility Oversight: Monitor basketball gym usage to ensure safety and prevent disruptions. Perform regular checks of locker rooms and bathrooms, replenishing supplies as needed. Oversee and monitor the elevated walking track to ensure safety and compliance with YMCA policies.
• Enforcement of Rules and Policies: Interpret and sensibly enforce YMCA rules, regulations, and policies. Observe member behavior and caution or take appropriate action with policy violators. Monitor gym and program areas to ensure members adhere to YMCA guidelines. Maintain a visible and approachable presence to patrons and staff.
• Program Support: Set up and break down equipment and spaces for scheduled activities and events. Assist with crowd control and support large events as needed. Work to resolve scheduling or usage conflicts within gym spaces.
• Collaboration and Communication: Work with the Fitness Attendant and Building Supervisor to address member needs, safety concerns, and overall facility operations. Communicate effectively with members to promote program participation and enforce facility guidelines.
• Cleanliness and Maintenance: Maintain cleanliness standards in monitored areas, ensuring a hygienic and pleasant environment. Performing light custodial duties in locker room and bathroom areas as needed. Report maintenance needs and incidents promptly.
• Emergency Response: Provide first aid and CPR as needed. Be familiar with and implement YMCA emergency procedures when necessary.

• Minimum age of 18.
• High school diploma preferred.
• At least one (1) year of experience in safety, security, or facility oversight is desirable.
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications preferred.
• Ability to work independently and take decisive action within limits of authority and responsibility.
• Ability to interact positively with YMCA members, guests, and staff, demonstrating good communication and listening skills.
• Willingness to continue acquiring knowledge relevant to the position through printed materials and on-site training opportunities.

• Communication & Influence
• Developing Self & Others
• Inclusion

• Sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to perform essential duties and supervise activities.
• Ability to walk, stand, bend, reach, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• The employee must remain alert with no lapses of consciousness.

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.
• Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position, including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 lbs.

BENEFITS

• Complimentary individual YMCA membership
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with mental health support and legal advice
• Retirement savings options: 401(k) for eligible employees, 403(b), and Roth IRA
• Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act (PLAWA)
• Training and development programs
• 50% discounts on eligible programs (e.g., child-care)
• Workers’ compensation