Job Description
About the job in Omaha, NE
As the Youth Activities Director, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and promoting programs and events for members of all ages at the Club. The role includes planning events for all ages in advance so other departments can execute them effectively, while also developing and delivering creative, innovative activities that align with the Club’s mission, ensuring all events are engaging, enjoyable, and inclusive for all age groups. The Youth Activities Director will oversee all programming and events for children, including leading summer camps.
Key Responsibilities:
- Program & Event Development: Create, implement, and promote a variety of programs and events for members of all ages. Focus on providing engaging educational and recreational activities, with special attention to youth programming.
- Innovative Programming: Lead the development and execution of creative, innovative activities that align with the Club’s mission, ensuring events are engaging, enjoyable, and inclusive for all age groups. This position will
- Team Leadership & Supervision: Hire, train, and manage a team of youth staff. Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to ensure exceptional service and smooth event operations.
- Staff Coverage: Be responsible for ensuring adequate coverage for youth programs in the event of staff call-outs.
- Budget Management: Develop, manage, and monitor the budget for the lifestyle department. Ensure all programs and events are cost-effective while maintaining a high level of quality and member satisfaction.
- Safety & Compliance: Ensure all activities adhere to safety protocols and regulatory requirements. Conduct regular assessments to maintain safe environments for all participants, particularly for youth programming.
- Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with department heads (Food & Beverage, Golf, Tennis, Aquatics) to integrate their services into lifestyle programming. Collaborate to create seamless, coordinated events that enhance the overall member experience.
- Event Promotion & Communication: Effectively communicate with members and guests to promote upcoming events and activities. Collaborate with the marketing team to create promotional materials and strategies to maximize event participation.
- Program Evaluation: Continuously assess the effectiveness of programs and events through member feedback and performance metrics. Make adjustments as needed to improve programming and ensure overall member satisfaction.
- Administrative Support: Manage administrative tasks related to scheduling, registrations, event coordination, and reporting. Track program attendance, performance, and budget expenditures.
- Additional Duties: Perform other duties as assigned to support the success of lifestyle programming and the overall operation of the Club.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS:
- Bachelor’s Degree in education, recreation or sports management preferred.
- Minimum of four (4) years related work experience in events or lifestyle setting.
- Must possess CPR and First Aid certification.
- Experience in educational program development and implementation.
- Must have knowledge of age-appropriate activities and enjoy working with all age groups.
- Proficient in Outlook, internet applications, knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint applications.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with members, guests, clients, and employees.
- Knowledge of and ability to perform required role in emergency situations.
- Strong organizational skills required.
- Must work in a safe, prudent, and organized manner.
- Must possess excellent communication skills including strong verbal, written and positive interpersonal skills.
- Ability to interact effectively with members, guests, and staff of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and education levels.
- Demonstrated results-oriented and capable of working with minimal direction.
- Excellent team player with ability to work hands-on in a fast-paced environment.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:
- Requires ability to safely lift items up to 30 pounds.
- Continuous walking and standing.
- Frequent lifting, bending, stooping, pulling and repetitive actions.
- Be physically able to reach, bend, and stoop.
- Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time.
- Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly.
- Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.
- Must maintain composure and objectivity under pressure.
- Must be effective in listening to, understanding, and clarifying the concerns and issues raised by members, guests, and team members.
- Ability to project voice and get attention of and cooperation from youngsters.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is performed in an indoor/outdoor setting, busy and noisy environment. Some varied weather conditions are expected with exposure to heat/humidity, or cool/cold weather. Varying schedule to include evenings, holidays, and extended hours as business dictates.
Job Tags
Holiday work, Full time, Work experience placement, Summer work, Outdoor, Afternoon shift,