Jobs / Volunteer Opportunities

Work or Volunteer at your YMCA!
Employment and volunteer opportunities are frequently available in Child care, Camp, Aquatics, Clerical/Administration, Health and Fitness, Ice, Infant/Toddler Care, Maintenance, Membership, Special Events, Teen Programs, and Youth Sports.

See below for a list of current job openings.

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CURRENT JOB OPENINGS

Head Lifeguard: PT, Friday-Sunday, 15-20 hours per weekend. Must be 16+ and have current CPR/1st Aid and Lifeguarding certifications. $9.20/hour.

NOW HIRING SUMMER LIFEGUARDS AND SWIM INSTRUCTORS!! Must have CPR/1st Aid and a swimming background & experience.

Pool Maintenance: PT position available at the Mapleton Center. Duties include chemical checks of the pool, maintaining pool cleanliness, light maintenance work and repairs. Open and flexible schedule preferred. 1-2 hours per day with on-call availability for emergencies. CPO certification preferred but training available $10.30-12/hr DOE

Customer Relations Specialist: Various PT shifts available beginning early May. Hours include, but are not limited to, weekday evenings 4pm-10:15pm and weekend shifts.

Sports Coordinator: PT, 20-25 hour a week to work with our East County Sports programs. Responsibilities include organizing leagues, communicating with parents and coaches, and being onsite to supervise games and staff. Programs include basketball, soccer, football, baseball, and our 3-5 year old programs. This position has flexible hours during the week as well as on the weekends. Strong communication and organizational skills are important to be successful in this position.

Hockey Score Keeper/Supervisor needed PT, weekday/weekend evenings into late evening. Ideal candidate must have hockey background, understand YMCA rules, have score keeping skills and be willing to assist the referees in maintaining the flow of the game. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, running the score clock, keeping an accurate record of the game, maintaining the flow of players in and out of the box, maintaining rosters, maintaining the boxes and supervising the game. This individual will work with the players, the officials and the coordinator of the adult hockey league.

Prenatal Exercise Instructor: PT position at the Mapleton Center. Class runs on Saturdays 11:00am-11:55am but day/time may be flexible. Pay based on training, certification, and experience. Group exercise certification, CPR and First Aid certification required. Prenatal exercise certification preferred but training may be available.

Mom & Baby Exercise Instructor: PT position at the Mapleton Center. Classes run on Wednesdays and Fridays 8:40am-9:10am but day/time may be flexible. Pay based on training, certification, and experience. Group exercise certification, CPR and First Aid certification required. Prenatal exercise certification preferred but training may be available.

SilverSneakers® Class Instructors: PT positions at the Mapleton Center. M/W/F morning opportunities for subbing and regular instruction. Pay based on training, certification, and experience. Group exercise certification, CPR and First Aid certification required. SilverSneakers® certification and experience teaching senior exercise preferred but training is available.

Group Exercise Class Instructors: Various PT opportunities available for subbing and regular instruction at the Mapleton Center. We especially need subs with daytime availability for Pilates, kickboxing, step and yoga classes. Pay based on training, certification, and experience. Group exercise certification, CPR and First Aid certification required and experience preferred.

Sports Officials: The Youth Sports Department is looking for officials for our upcoming Soccer and Baseball programs. We offer a fun, interactive environment with flexible hours. Games run Saturdays from 9:00-5:00. Positions are available in Boulder, Lafayette and Superior. Knowledge of sports is a must and experience is helpful but not required.

Sports Sampler Staff: The Youth Sports Department is looking for staff to help teach our sports sampler classes. The series is designed to give preschoolers an introduction into sports in a fun and energetic environment. Positions are available M, T, W, Th at noon in Superior.

Volunteer Coaches: The Youth Sports Department is looking for volunteer coaches for our upcoming spring sports. Have soccer teams from preschool - 6th grade and baseball for preschool – 2nd grade. As a coach you will coordinate one practice a week and will have one game a week on Saturday. This is a great way to get involved in a different aspect of the YMCA!

Clinics Coach Needed: Youth Sports department at the Mapleton Center is looking for clinic coaches for our summer sport classes. Classes run Monday – Thursday mornings starting in June. Knowledge of the fundamentals for soccer, basketball, baseball and football and experience coaching youth (K – 5th grade) are a must.

Building Supervisor: PT position at the Arapahoe Center working evenings 4pm-12am. Responsibilities include driving the Zamboni, light maintenance , monitoring community service volunteers, and covering MOD shifts.

Cabin Counselors (June 20th – August 13th) Cabin Counselors are the foundation of the Camp Santa Maria staff. Our Cabin Counselors play a significant role in every aspect of camp life. Counselors at Camp Santa Maria live with, and are responsible for, a small group of campers. Counselors help campers deal with homesickness, personal hygiene, and are responsible for their camper’s health at camp. Counselors must have the ability to observe camper behavior and assess its’ appropriateness, communicate effectively with campers and peers, and provide necessary instruction to campers. Cabin Counselors will be responsible for planning and leading activities at camp. A great Cabin Counselor does not necessarily need to be an expert in a specific activity. Most of the Cabin Counselors at Camp Santa Maria have a general knowledge of many activities offered at camp. More importantly, all Counselors must have the ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activities that they are leading, the ability to plan and conduct the activities safely, and the physical ability and strength necessary to lead activities throughout the week. Counselors must be prepared for long hours, be willing to put the needs of the campers first, and must have a sense of fair and effective discipline. $200 per week plus room and board.

Camp Director: (Challengers and Odyessey) FT summer positions directing a YMCA day camp program. Applicants must be 21 and provide written verification of Director qualifications in the State of Colorado. Applicant will work part-time April through May planning for camp and fulltime beginning Monday, June 2nd. Applicant must be available to work between the hours of 7:00am-6:00pm (June 2-August 15). Responsibilities include: budgets, planning, and implementation of camp programming, hiring and supervision of summer camp counselors. Experience working with 5-16 year olds. Summer CAMP experience is a plus. Salary range is $10.93-$12.86.

Camp Assistant Directors/Unit Leaders: (Camp Chief Niwot, Challengers, Odyessey, Science Engineering and Technology Camp, Happy Tails) FT summer position. Applicants must be 21 and provide written verification of Director qualifications in the State of Colorado. Applicant must be available to work between the hours of 7:00am-6:00pm (June 2-August 15). Responsibilities include: supporting Director in planning and implementing of program, purchasing materials, staff development, and community relations. Individual must be organized and have the ability to multi-task. Experience working with youth ages 5-16 and summer CAMP experience is a plus. Salary range is $8.41-$9.90.

Camp Counselors/Program Leaders: (Camp Chief Niwot, Sports Camp, Science Engineering and Technology Camp, Fine Arts Camp): FT summer positions for individuals with experience working with 5-16 year olds. Applicant must be available to work between the hours of 7:00am-6:00pm (June 2-August 15). Responsibilities include: facilitating camp programming including arts and crafts, swimming, hiking, kayaking, technical climbing, sports, and music. Applicants must provide documentation of 480 hours experience working with school age children (childcare center, babysitting, church nursery, boy/girl scouts, etc.). Summer CAMP experience is a plus. Salary range is $7.58-$8.92.

Year Round Full Time Director: We are seeking a Full time Program Director to work at local Elementary School to do Before and After School Programming during the school year and full time summer camp during summer months. Must have bachelor’s degree in related field and two years experience working with School age youth K-5th grade, staff management and community development. Responsibilities include staff management, program development, budgeting, and community development. Position requires an individual who can work fairly independently and can work in a fast paced, multi task environment. The School Age Program Department provides 12 before and after school programs, after school enrichment classes and 8 summer programs. Benefits included/salary negotiable depending on experience. Position may begin as early as April 14th.

Year Round Assistant Director: Part time during school year, full time summer. The YMCA of Boulder Valley provides programming at 12 schools before and after school, on full days when school is out and full time in the summer for youth ages K-5th grade. Applicants must be committed to being a positive role model with youth. Job responsibilities include, ensuring a safe and challenging environment for the participants, support for family members & other staff, planning and implementing programming and developing positive relationships in the community. During the summer in our “Fun In The Sun” Program, activities are planned around a specific theme each week around exploring the outdoors and their community. The program offers 3-4 weekly field trips, swim lessons, soccer league, special visitors, art, outdoor ed with a multitude of “Imagination Stations” for children to explore their specific interests. Applicants must be 21 and provide written verification of director qualifications in the State of Colorado. Part time through May 16 (20-25 hrs/wk) – must be available between 7am until school start time and 2:30-6 M-F and full days when school it out. Full time May 19-August 15th – Program hours are from 7am-6pm, M-F Must be flexible with working a variety of shifts within program hours.

Year Round & Summer Program Leaders/Group Leaders: Part time school year/full time summer. The YMCA of Boulder Valley provides programming at 12 schools before and after school, on full days when school is out and full time in the summer for youth ages K-5th grade. Applicants must be committed to being a positive role model with youth. Group Leaders will have responsibility for overseeing a specific age group and support staff. Job responsibilities include ensuring a safe and challenging environment for the participants, support for family members & other staff, and implementing programming with some input into planning. During the summer in our “Fun In The Sun” Program, activities are planned around a specific theme each week, exploring the outdoors and their community. The program offers 3-4 weekly field trips, swim lessons, soccer league, special visitors, art, outdoor ed with a multitude of “Imagination Stations” for children to explore their specific interests. Applicants must be 18 and provide written verification of at least 480 hours of experience working with school aged children. Part time through May 16 (15-20 hrs per week) – must be available from school dismissal time (varies between 2:30 & 3:10 through 6pm M-F and full days when school is out. Full time May 19-August 15th – Program hours are from 7am-6pm, M-F Must be flexible with working a variety of shifts within program hours.

ESL Teacher: The YMCA provides an inclusive program for 20 Spanish speaking youth, who are integrated into our summer “Fun In The Sun” program at Whittier Elementary with English speaking youth. We are seeking a fun and enthusiastic teacher to provide English experiences in writing and reading to youth entering 3rd and 4th grade. Classes will be from 9-10:30 M-F from July 7- August 8th.Responsibilities include planning lessons, communication with YMCA “Fun In The Sun” Director and staff, providing feedback to participant and their families, and program leadership.

Spanish Teacher: The YMCA provides an inclusive program for 20 Spanish speaking youth, who are integrated into our summer “Fun In The Sun” program with English speaking youth at Whittier Elementary. We will be offering Spanish classes for one hour a day for 2-4 days a week between June 9th and August 8th. We are seeking a fun and enthusiastic teacher to provide Spanish speaking lessons for youth entering 2nd-5th grade. Applicants must be committed to being a positive role model with youth and able to supervise youth independently.