Our Staff -
Olathe Family YMCA
Be Part of Our Team
Our Y is always looking for talented associates to help us make our community stronger. Explore and apply for full- and part-time job opportunities available at the Olathe Family YMCA.
Maggie Little,
Executive Director
Hometown: Wichita, Kansas
Y Start Date: June 2012
Certifications: Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration and ACE Certified Personal Trainer
Hobbies: Kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding and reading
Favorite part of working at the Y: “My favorite part of working for the Y is the people. The members and staff make the Y unlike any other place to work. We need community now more than ever and I am proud to work for an organization that fosters connection.”
Danelle Huske,
Program Director II
Membership and Healthy Living
Hometown: Silver Lake, Kansas
Y Start Date: 2001 and returned in 2004
Certifications: Master's degree in Health, Physical Education & Recreation from Emporia State University
Hobbies: Spending time with family and friends, going to sporting events, watching sports and staying active
Favorite part of working at the Y: “Helping people improve their overall health and making it a welcoming place for all.”
Carlos Colston,
Northland Sports Director
Hometown: Kansas City, Missouri
Y Start Date: December 2015
Certifications: Human Resource and Business Management training, State of Missouri High School Sports Official, Certified NFL Flag Football Official
Hobbies: "Cooking, eating and sharing family time together as well as sports and video games when I can."
Favorite part of working at the Y: "Everything! When you enjoy what you do, it’s not work. It’s fun!"
Hunter Turley,
Aquatics Director
Hometown: Kansas City (Wyandotte County)
Y Start Date: February 2018 and returned in January 2023
Certifications: Graduated from Piper High School in 2018, Kansas City Kansas Community College in 2020 with a focus in business, and am currently wrapping up my bachelor's in business administration at Ottawa University. I was also a lifeguard at the Providence Y in 2017, where I was promoted to Head Guard. I then transferred to the North Kansas City Y in 2019 and was promoted to Aquatics Lead that year.
Hobbies: Weightlifting, chess, soccer, motorcycles
Favorite part of working at the Y: "Creating a culture that revolves around safety and accountability. Lifeguards are the highest-qualified representative to respond to emergencies at any facility and we need to ensure that they are given the proper training, attention and care to make certain that they are always ready for action."