Senior Program Director

YMCA

  • Coatesville, PA
  • $62,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 13 days ago
The Philadelphia Inquirer named the YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) a 2024 Top Workplace.Job DescriptionEmbark on a Journey of Impactful AdventureThe Senior Program Director manages the development, and evaluation of various program areas and/or membership. Areas of focus may be health/wellness, aquatics, teens, childcare, and/or other programs. Recruits, trains, onboards and supports assigned staff and volunteers. Additional responsibilities include hiring, payroll functionality, and training of staff and volunteers, curriculum development and evaluation, budget management, and adhering to all regulatory and Association standards. Provides liaison to committee(s) and advisory board(s) and takes a leadership role in mission advancement activities. Responsible for oversight of multiple departments and associated team members. Position takes into account the size, scope, and budget of the departments and/or branch volume in classification.Perks & Benefits
  • Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full-time employees
  • Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day)
  • Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and more!
  • 12% employer contribution to retirement savings upon reaching eligibility and optional 403B retirement savings plan upon hire.
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Continuing education reimbursement, tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University
  • Career development and paid training
  • Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00
QualificationsWhat You'll Need
  • Four-year college degree in related field or equivalent experience required
  • Minimum of three years of YMCA experience-related experience within another organization preferred
  • Three years of supervisory experience preferred
  • Experience directing programs through supervision of volunteers and staff required
  • Previous experience with diverse populations
  • YMCA Team Leader certification preferred
  • Must be fluent in spoken and written English
  • Obtain and maintain all new hire certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire
Work Conditions and Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee needs sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions and to safely supervise program activities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device. The employee frequently is required to sit and reach and must be able to move around the work environment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.Essential FunctionsWhat You'll Do
  • Develops implements, manages, and uses data to evaluate operating plans to promote programs and/or membership growth for the YMCA. Develops and supports strategies to ensure that members and/or program participants connect with one another and connect with the YMCA.
  • Responsible for the oversight and evaluation of multiple programs. Program delivery duties as needed.
  • Develops and controls department budgets related to the position.
  • Hires, trains, and supervises assigned staff along with volunteers in assigned areas.
  • Facilitates communication and provides leadership.
  • Ensures accurate completion of all payroll functionality for assigned staff including but not limited to timecard approvals, changes and scheduling of assigned staff.
  • Takes leadership role for branch mission advancement and/or volunteer activities.
  • Assures compliance with state and local regulations.
  • Ensures that program and Association standards and policies are met, and safety procedures are followed.
  • Ensures high quality programs through innovative program development, data-driven evaluations and ongoing training of staff and volunteers.
  • Coordinates special events and activities.
  • Provide data, rosters, schedules, and reports as required for assigned programs. Establishes and maintains
  • collaborations with community organizations.
  • Ensures compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
Cause-Driven Leadership CompetenciesCollaboration
Program/Project Management

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