LEARN, GROW, THRIVE
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As the nation's leading nonprofit organization committed to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, the Y offers more than just a job: we offer you a career with a future and the chance to make a lasting difference in your community.
At the Y, you can discover your passion and a lifelong career helping to solve some of the nation’s most pressing social issues while also taking care of yourself: regularly scheduled employees enjoy complimentary facility usage and other program benefits. The YMCA is a great place to work, gain experience in your field of interest, meet new friends, and strengthen your community. Apply today to join our team and our cause.
The State College YMCA is currently accepting applications for part-time Assistant Swim Team Coaches to be responsible for upholding safety rules, Y policies, and creating a positive and inclusive learning environment for swim team participants. Coaches are needed to fill shifts on Monday - Friday from 4 PM - 9 PM, Saturdays from 10 AM - 1 PM, and other weekend hours as needed for swim meets.
Primary Responsibilities
- Interact positively with members, participants, and parents. Redirect parent or participant questions or concerns to the head coach. Provide constructive feedback to swimmers.
- Arrive on time for practice, with arranged plans to provide appropriate instruction for the swim level assigned.
- Maintain an awareness of changing trends within competitive swimming and implement techniques and changes as necessary.
- Attend swim meets as assigned by the head coach.
- Be aware of and assist lifeguards in addressing safety concerns with swimmers in and out of the pool.
Qualifications
- At a minimum, some high school level education is required.
- Competitive swimming experience is required.
Salary/Benefits
- $13.50 per hour
- 403(b) retirement program
- Generous employee discounts on YMCA programs
- FREE YMCA membership with access to all 4 YMCA of Centre County facilities
How To Apply
- Applications, inquiries, and resumes should be directed to Michael Blacksten at [email protected]
Our State College Branch is currently accepting applications for part-time Child Care Staff to fill shifts in the After School Program for the 2025-26 school year . Staff will be responsible for the safety and well-being of the children enrolled in our programs as well as providing an environment rich in activities and experiences to promote the development of each child.
Primary Responsibilities
- Maintain knowledge and understanding of PA Department of Human Services (DHS) regulations.
- Supervise all children and be physically present with the group of children in your care.
- When engaging children in activities, consider the needs of individual children with concern for their interests, special talents, individual style, and pace of learning.
- Assist with the development and implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum.
- Interact and participate in games, activities, and special programs with children in a positive and enthusiastic manner.
- Assist in daily communication with parents.
- Utilize positive disciplinary methods including, but not limited to, redirection, positive reinforcement, proactive guidance, and if needed, appropriate time outs.
- Assist with the completion of any necessary administrative paperwork (i.e. meal counts, attendance, incident reports, supply requests, etc.)
Qualifications (should meet ONE of these criteria)
- High school diploma and 30 credits in an education or human services field.
- High school diploma and 600 or more hours of secondary training.
- High school diploma, 15 credit hours in an education or human service field, and 1 year of experience working with children.
- High school diploma and 2 years of experience working with children.
Salary/Benefits
- $13.00 to $14.50 per hour depending on level of education and experience.
- Option to contribute to a 403(b) retirement program.
- Generous employee discounts on YMCA programs.
- FREE YMCA employee membership with access to all 4 YMCA of Centre County facilities.
- No weekend or evening hours. Year-round employment opportunities.
How to Apply
Applications, inquiries, and resumes should be directed to Morgan Hurd at [email protected].
Our State College Branch is currently hiring a full-time, non-exempt Fitness Coordinator. This position is responsible for assisting in the daily operations and supervision of our fitness center, youth and sports programs, and related facilities. The successful candidate will need to fill shifts on weekday evenings (until 9 PM) and 1 day per weekend.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Oversee youth and sports programs, conduct personal training sessions, maintain cleanliness and safety in the fitness center, and assist with new member orientations.
- Enforce all fitness center and gymnasium rules to ensure a safe and welcoming environment.
- Develop and implement a wide range of youth sports programs tailored to serve both members and the broader community—with special attention to underserved and underprivileged middle and high school youth.
- Support membership growth and retention by prioritizing member needs and providing outstanding service.
- Recruit, hire, train, and retain staff and volunteers to effectively serve the community.
- Ensure compliance with YMCA personnel policies and procedures.
- Create weekly staff schedules and approve bi-weekly timecards as requested by the Senior Health and Wellness Director.
- Promote positive communication among staff and members.
- Assist in managing and monitoring youth and wellness department budgets to meet or exceed financial goals.
- Participate in fundraising efforts and support the branch in reaching its annual campaign goal.
- Ensure all staff and volunteers maintain current clearances, certifications, and required trainings per legal and organizational standards.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field OR a nationally accredited personal training certification (required).
Compensation & Benefits:
- Base Pay: $16.00/hour
- Personal Training Rate: $20–$24/hour
- 403(b) Retirement Program
- Employer-Paid Group Health Insurance
- Vision & Dental Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off Package & Paid Holidays
- Employee Discounts on YMCA programs
- FREE YMCA Membership with access to all four YMCA of Centre County facilities
How to Apply:
Submit your application, resume, or inquiries to:
Emily Conkey – [email protected]
The State College YMCA is currently accepting applications for part-time Member Service Representatives who will be responsible for ensuring that all interactions with Y members, potential members, and guests are conducted in a warm, friendly, and efficient manner. Staff are needed to fill a variety of shifts throughout the week.
Primary Responsibilities
- Remain attentive and aware to greet everyone that enters the facility.
- Preserve the security and maintain the cleanliness of the front desk/reception area.
- Process memberships, guest passes, and other program sales utilizing the DAXKO Operations system.
- Keep proper reconciliation and close-out of shift transactions, including balancing the cash drawer at the desk area.
- Answer the telephone in a polite and courteous manner.
- Provide tours and information about Y facilities and programming to prospective members.
- Study and be aware of all written materials published by the Y, including the Member Handbook, brochures, flyers, etc. and be prepared to communicate information to the general public.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma
- Proficient computer skills including, but not limited to, Excel, Word, and web-based operating systems.
Salary/Benefits
- $11.00 per hour with opportunities for increases.
- Option to contribute to a 403b Retirement Program.
- Generous employee discounts on YMCA programs.
- FREE YMCA membership (for regularly scheduled employees) with access to all 4 YMCA of Centre County facilities.
How To Apply
- Applications, inquiries, and resumes should be directed to Cindy Lupton at [email protected].
The State College YMCA is currently accepting applications for part-time Swim Lesson Instructors to be responsible for teaching swim lessons utilizing the Y USA Swim Lesson Program and YMCA of Centre County approved lesson plans. Staff are needed to fill shifts Monday - Thursday from 5:00 PM - 6:45 PM and Saturdays from 10:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Primary Responsibilities
- Create a warm and positive environment while encouraging swimmers to meet course objective. Maintain a positive rapport with parents and other patrons.
- Follow lesson plans and create drills and activities within swim lesson program guidelines.
- Support, follow, and enforce all facility rules and regulations with extra emphasis on safety. Teach age-appropriate rules in a positive manner to lesson participants. Report problems or concerns to the Program Director.
- Take attendance using the class roster. Those not on the roster must register at the front desk.
- Private Swim Instructors should verify payment for private lessons by viewing a receipt from the client prior to teaching the lesson. Once the lesson is complete, instructors should log it and keep track of those paid at the front desk. Under no circumstances should an instructor directly accept money from a client for the services given.
- Complete skills sheets after each class and store in YMCA binder.
- Communicate with parents about their child’s progress.
- Assist with keeping the pool area clean and complete other duties within the pool area as assigned.
Qualifications
- At least 16 years of age.
- Prior experience teaching swim lessons preferred.
- Prior swimming experience necessary.
Salary/Benefits
- Starting at $16 per hour.
- Additional opportunities for teaching private lessons at a higher rate will become available at a later opportunity, per the Assistant Aquatics Director.
- Generous employee discounts on YMCA programs.
- For those interested in teaching adapted swim lessons, to work individually with children possessing special needs, disabilities, sensory issues, or otherwise, opportunities to shadow an experienced instructor will be available for Friday evenings between 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM.
- FREE YMCA membership with access to all 4 YMCA of Centre County facilities.
How To Apply
Applications, inquiries, and resumes should be directed to Zach Smith at [email protected].
The State College YMCA is currently accepting applications for part-time Lifeguards to be responsible for upholding safety rules, YMCA policies, accident prevention, and emergency response at our indoor pools. Staff are needed to fill shifts on weekdays from 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM. Weekend shifts are also available.
Primary Responsibilities
- Remain physically and mentally alert, taking a proactive approach to searching for distressed swimmers and hazards.
- Successfully communicate with youth and adults to enforce pool rules and schedules.
- Remain calm, respond effectively, and give clear directions in an emergency situation.
- Maintain safety of pool environment by removing hazards that could lead to injury in or around the pool deck and halting any dangerous behavior displayed by patrons.
- Responsible for helping clean the pool facility, including vacuuming the pool and other duties as assigned.
- Remain physically capable of completing the prerequisite swim test as specified by the American Red Cross to ensure ability to respond in an emergency situation.
Qualifications
- At a minimum, some high school level education is required.
- Current lifeguard certification or ability to obtain a certification.
Salary/Benefits
- $12.00 per hour.
- Option to contribute to a 403(b) retirement program.
- Reimbursement of lifeguard certification cost if completed at the Y and for the purpose of serving as a YMCA of Centre County lifeguard.
- Generous employee discounts on YMCA programs.
- FREE YMCA membership with access to all 4 YMCA of Centre County facilities.
How To Apply
- Applications, inquiries, and resumes should be directed to Zach Smith at [email protected].
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
It is the policy of the YMCA to comply with all existing statutes, regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, as they relate to all employees and applicants for employment. The YMCA is committed to:
- Ensuring that recruiting, hiring and training for all job classifications are done without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, or any other basis prohibited by state or federal law.
- Ensuring that promotion decisions further the principle of Equal Employment Opportunity.
- Analyzing personnel actions periodically to promote Equal Employment Opportunity.
Liz Chapman
[email protected]
814-355-5551