Program Manager of a water safety program

Position Profile

The Dr. Charles van der Horst Water Safety Initiative Dba Swim for Charlie (SFC) is seeking a mission-driven professional to help deliver youth-focused water safety programs which aim to provide the opportunity for every 2nd grade child to be safe in and around the water. The Program Manager will report to the President and be responsible for developing, executing, and evaluating the program, ensuring its success. The responsibilities for this part-time position will include recruiting schools, communicating with school districts, aquatic centers and local communities, and managing the curriculum. Some of the key responsibilities include:

Program Outreach and Management

• Implement the SFC strategic program plan and achieve program goals with respect to number of students
• Market SFC program to potential new schools including giving presentations as needed
• Work with community leaders, schools, and other groups to maximize SFC success
• Coordinate with all new and existing schools
• Organize logistics (days, times, locations) for SFC meetings with schools and parents
• Working with the school system, secure parental permission for students to participate in the SFC program
• Enforce all current facility and program policies and procedures and generate innovation and improvement as needed
• Use PowerPoint to create/update presentations for school and parent meetings

Curriculum Management

• Update curriculum as needed to keep aligned with current water safety instruction initiatives
• Obtain and distribute all learn to swim curriculum materials including instructor manuals and program equipment

Pool Coordinator Staffing

• Identify, train and ensure all sites have a designated pool coordinator

Required Qualifications

• Passion for SFC mission and the ability to comprehend and effectively communicate issues surrounding water safety for school age children
• Outstanding communication skills in multiple environments and with a range of audiences
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and make efficient decisions
• Flexible and adaptable
• Excellent attention to details

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in managing swimming and water safety programs
• Experience working with a Board of Directors
• Connections to the local community

This position offers flexibility of work hours to complete the job requirements.

Excellent English language proficiency

Spanish language skills desired but not required