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Employment Opportunities

YMCA Buffalo Niagara is currently accepting applications for the following full-time, part-time and seasonal employment positions. Last updated: July 1, 2008.

YMCA Buffalo Niagara is an equal opportunity employer.

     
 
Full-time Positions
 
Payroll Coordinator

Responsibilies include reviewing, compiling and processing time sheets; maintaining payroll files; preparing bi-weekly, monthly and annual payroll reports; maintains time off schedules; maintaining I-9 files and working papers; managing staff shirt inventory; coordinating staff training calendars; providing clerical assistance to HR dept; and other duties as assigned.

Requirments include: Associate’s degree in Accounting or Personnel Administration or related field or equivalent work experience;  minimum of three years experience in full payroll processing; working knowledge of Federal and State regulations regarding payroll and benefit plans; working knowledge of Windows Office (Word/Excel) and be able to learn various YMCA software applications; working knowledge of ADP Payroll processing is preferred.  The incumbent has access to employee salary information therefore this position requires an extremely high level of confidentiality. 

Salary: $14.00 - $15.00 per hour. Excellent benefits including health insurance, generous paid time off, employer paid 12% retirement contribution, free membership. 

Send resumes to:
HR Manager
YMCA Buffalo Niagara Corporate Office
280 Cayuga Road, Buffalo, NY 14225
716-565-6000 (phone)
716-565-6007 (fax)
jobs@ymcabuffaloniagara.org
Resumes accepted until
July 16, 2008.

Southtowns Family YMCA Office Clerk

Responsibilites include assembling time sheets and submitting payroll; managing purchase orders; maintaining campaign pledges; performing secretarial duties; monitoring office and medical supplies; providing support to billing and membership departments; other duties as assigned.

This position requires a high school diploma and a minimum of three years of experience in office work; a working knowledge of Word, Lotus 123/Excel and related software applications; strong accounting skills and a background in accounts payable is preferred.

Salary: $10.00 - $10.50 per hour. Excellent benefits including health insurance, generous paid time off, employer paid 12% retirement contribution, free membership. 

Send resumes to:
HR Manager
YMCA Buffalo Niagara Corporate Office
280 Cayuga Road, Buffalo, NY 14225
716-565-6000 (phone)
716-565-6007 (fax)
jobs@ymcabuffaloniagara.org
Resumes accepted until
July 16, 2008.
     
 
Part-time Positions
 
     
Preschool Coordinator

Responsible for the development and implementation of the preschool program, along with the supervision and scheduling of Childwatch staff.

This position requires an Associates degree in Early Childhood or related area with equivalent experience. Two years of experience working with preschool children and a background in youth recreation preferred. The incumbent must possess excellent written and oral communication skills. Current CPR and First Aid certifications are required. Position includes membership and program privileges.

Northeast Family YMCA
4433 Main Street
Amherst, NY 14226
716-839-2543
Contact: Allison Lawson
alawson@ymcabuffaloniagara.org
Homework Help Volunteers and staff needed to help youth ages 5 – 12 with their homework on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.  Homework Help program begins September 9th.  Please pick up an application at the front desk. Position includes membership and program privileges for staff.
Northeast Family YMCA
4433 Main Street
Amherst, NY 14226
716-839-2543
Contact: Jody Hares
jhares@ymcabuffaloniagara.org
Tween Dance Instructor The Northeast YMCA is seeking an instructor to teach weekly dance class to youth ages 10 -14.  Dance program is to include hip-hop, pop, and jazz routines.  Must be available to teach Thursday night from 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.  Classes begin September 11th.  Please pick up an application at the front desk and include dance resume. Position includes membership and program privileges.
Northeast Family YMCA
4433 Main Street
Amherst, NY 14226
716-839-2543
Contact: Jody Hares
jhares@ymcabuffaloniagara.org
Member Service Representative

Member service representative are responsible for delivering outstanding service by meeting and exceeding member needs; successfully communicating information; conducting facility tours; handling telephone calls in a professional and friendly manner; accurately recording revenues and registrations according to branch procedures; and maintaining facility control and security by checking membership cards, maintaining sign-in sheets, etc. Position includes membership and program privileges. Now hiring for all shifts.

Ken-Ton Family YMCA
535 Belmont Avenue
Kenmore, NY 14223
716-874-5051
Contact: Sharon Bartkowiak
sbartkowiak@ymcabuffaloniagara.org

Exercise Instructor

The Ken-Ton Family YMCA is currently hiring Pilates instructors for weekday evenings.  You must have current CPR and Pilates certification. The job includes membership and program privileges.  Pay rate is based on qualifications and experience.

Ken-Ton Family YMCA
535 Belmont Avenue
Kenmore, NY 14223
716-874-5051
Contact: Ann Marie
Cohoon
acohoon@ymcabuffaloniagara.org

Group Exercise Instructor The YMCA is currently hiring group exercise instructors. Must have current CPR, NETA or AFAA certification is a plus. Includes membership and program privileges. Pay rate is based on qualifications and experience.

Ken-Ton Family YMCA
535 Belmont Avenue
Kenmore, NY 14223
716-874-5051
Contact: Ann Marie
Cohoon
acohoon@ymcabuffaloniagara.org

Niagara Falls Family YMCA
1317 Portage Road
Niagara Falls, NY 14301
716-285-8491
Contact: Sam Giambattista
sgiambattista@ymcabuffaloniagara.org

Preschool Teacher Must have experience withing with 2 ½ - 4 year olds. Teacher will be expected to complete daily lesson plans that are comprehensive and age appropriate.  Teacher will also participate in swimming activities and create a gross motor curriculum. Hours: 10 hours per week in the morning. Salary: $7.25 per hour. Position includes membership and program privileges.

 

Delaware Family YMCA
2564 Delaware Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14216
716-875-1283
Contact: Krystle Feind
kfeind@ymcabuffaloniagara.org

SilverSneakers Fitness Instructor

Incumbent will conduct effective and fun exercise classes; ensure participant retention and growth; record attendance; maintain necessary certifications; ensure a safe program environment, etc. Background in fitness, sports and/or recreational activities or related area and valid CPR certification required. One-year experience teaching group exercise classes, a degree in physical education, and certification from a nationally recognized fitness education provider, ACE, AFAA, ACSM, are preferred.  Position includes membership and program privileges. Program Hours: Mon & Wed 10:00 - 11:00 am; Tues & Thurs 11:00 am - 12:00 pm.

Ellicott-Masten Family YMCA
585 William Street
Buffalo, NY 14206
845-5440
Contact: Kendell Burwell
kburwell@ymcabuffaloniagara.org

SACC Coordinators & SACC Aides

The SACC Coordinator will lead activities for  elementary school age children including group work, values education and age appropriate games is essential to this position.

Must be at least 18 years old and possess an associate's degree in a child care/development related field or two years of college with 18 credits in a child care/development related field. Two years of direct experience working with children under the age of 13 years, including at least one year in a supervisory capacity is required.

The SACC Aide must be a least 16 years old, and if under 18 years of age, must present the appropriate NYS Working Papers prior to employment. The incumbent must have experience in working with elementary school age children. Knowledge, experience and skills in the areas of group work, child development, values, education and group activities are preferred.

A.M. & P.M. hours available. Both positions include membership and program privileges

Coordinator only
Ellicott-Masten Family YMCA
585 William Street
Buffalo, NY 14206
716-845-5440
Contact: Kendell Burwell
kburwell@ymcabuffaloniagara.org

Lancaster District
Lancaster Family YMCA
5 W. Main Street
Lancaster, NY 14043
716-684-2395
Contact: Jennifer Wania
jwania@ymcabuffaloniagara.org

Clarence District
Northeast Family YMCA
4433 Main Street
Amherst, NY 14226
716-839-2543
Contact: Karen Allen
kallen@ymcabuffaloniagara.org

Ken-Ton District
Hours: M-F 7:00 - 9:00 am
M-F 2:00 - 6:00 pm
M-F 3:00 - 6:00 pm
Ken-Ton Family YMCA
535 Belmont Avenue
Kenmore, NY 14223
716-874-5051
Contact: Gini Hay
ghay@ymcabuffaloniagara.org

Orchard Park & West Seneca Districts
Southtowns Family YMCA
1620 Southwestern Blvd.
West Seneca, NY 14224
716-674-9622
Contact: Liz Waldmiller
ewaldmiller@ymcabuffaloniagara.org

Hamburg (coordinator & aides)
& Lakeshore (aides only) Districts
Southtowns Family YMCA
1620 Southwestern Blvd.
West Seneca, NY 14224
716-674-9622
Contact: Lisa LaRusso
llarusso@ymcabuffaloniagara.org

Substitute Bus Driver

Requirements: Must be 18 & knowledge experience in transporting participants valid NYS CDL class c drivers license certified under article 19-A of Vehicle and Traffic Law. Schedule: Monday - Friday dueing the school year: 7:45 - 9:00 am & 1:30 - 4:30 pm. More hours available on 1/2 days of school.  Schedule varies based on needs. Summer Schedule varies, most trips are on Wednesdays and include full day trips. Salary: $9 per hour.

Ken-Ton Family YMCA
535 Belmont Avenue
Kenmore, NY 14223
716-874-5051

Lifeguards & Swim Instructors

Must have valid Lifeguard, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED and Oxygen Administration certifications. Includes membership and program privileges

Ellicott-Masten Family YMCA
585 William Street
Buffalo, NY 14206
716-845-5440
Contact: Kendell Burwell
kburwell@ymcabuffaloniagara.org
Hours: M - F 7:30 - 9:00 am
T & Th - 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Lifeguards & Swim Instructors
Delaware Family YMCA
2564 Delaware Ave
Buffalo, NY 14216
716-875-1283
Contact: Rose Max
rmax@ymcabuffaloniagara.org

Lancaster Family YMCA
5 W. Main Street
Lancaster, NY 14043
716-684-2395
Contact: Greg Jaszka
gjaszka@ymcabuffaloniagara.org

Northeast Family YMCA
4433 Main Street
Amherst, NY 14226
716-839-2543
Contact: Leslie Reimers
lreimers@ymcabuffaloniagara.org

Niagara Falls Family YMCA
1317 Portage Road
Niagara Falls, NY 14301
716-285-8491
Contact: Sam Giambattista
sgiambattista@ymcabuffaloniagara.org

Southtowns Family YMCA
1620 Southwestern Blvd.
West Seneca, NY 14224
716-674-9622
Contact: Elissa Kammer
ekammer@ymcabuffaloniagara.org

     
 
Seasonal Positions
 
Senior Counselor

Senior Counselors are responsible for providing leadership and direction to campers while engaging them in age appropriate activities.  Must be 18 years of age or older.  Includes membership and program privileges.

Ellicott-Masten Family YMCA
Contact: Matt Hilton
585 William Street
Buffalo, NY 14206
716-845-5440

Hillview Elementary (Sports Camp)
Contact: Greg Jaszka
Lancaster Family YMCA
5 W. Main Street
Lancaster, NY 14086
716-684-2395

Unit Leader

Unit leaders assist with overall planning, training, supervision and organization of the camp.   Must be 19 years of age or older.  Includes membership and program privileges.

Ellicott-Masten Family YMCA
Contact: Matt Hilton
585 William Street
Buffalo, NY 14206
716-845-5440

 

Lifeguard

Must be 18 years of age or older and have valid Lifeguard, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED and Oxygen Administration certifications. Includes membership and program privileges

Delaware Family YMCA
Contact: Rose Max
2564 Delaware Ave
Buffalo, NY 14216
716-875-1283

Ellicott-Masten Family YMCA
Contact: Matt Hilton
585 William Street
Buffalo, NY 14206
716-845-5440

William Street School
Contact: Jen Picone
Lancaster Family YMCA
5 W. Main Street
Lancaster, NY 14086
716-684-2395

Camp Tahigwa
Contact: Greg Jaszka
Lancaster Family YMCA
5 W. Main Street
Lancaster, NY 14086
716-684-2395

 

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