Sr. Program Director - Camp and Homeschool

YMCA
Salary
$60,000.00
$62,000.00
How to Apply
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The YMCA of Central Texas is seeking a Sr. Program Director of Camp and Homeschool Departments in Round Rock, TX.
Job Description

Under the direction of the Camp Associate Executive Director and the Chief Marketing Officer, the Sr. Program Director will oversee the success of the Camp and Homeschool departments.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Recreation, Education, Youth Development, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
  • Highly motivated, organized, personable, enthusiastic displaying leadership abilities.
  • Maintain current YMCA-approved CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications.
  • Maintain a valid Texas Driver's License.
  • Complete all YMCA required trainings and risk management certifications.
  • Obtain and maintain YMCA-approved Sky Trail Facilitation Certification.
  • Obtain and maintain YMCA-approved High Ropes Course Facilitation Certification.
  • Obtain and maintain YMCA-approved Archery Range Instructor Certification.
  • Minimum of five years of progressive leadership experience in youth programs, camps, recreation, education, or related fields.
  • Demonstrated experience in staff supervision, curriculum development, program management, budgeting, and operational leadership.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
  • Ability to lead diverse teams while fostering a positive and mission-driven culture.
  • YMCA Team Leader or Multi-Team/Branch Leader certification preferred
  • Are adaptable, flexible, and enjoy variety in your work environment including periodic weekends and non-business hour workdays
  • Serve as a leader in the Annual Giving campaign and other fundraising initiatives
  • Model the YMCA core values: Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility; implement character development and the YMCA core values in all programs and all aspects of Center operations
  • Must be able to pass background and drug screening
Essential Functions

Camp Round Rock Responsibilities Summer/School Year

  • Direct and oversee Camp Round Rock Day Camp, Spring Break Camp, Winter Break Camp, Days Out of School, and Camp Round Rock special events.
  • Develop seasonal camp programming, themes, schedules, and curriculum.
  • Ensure compliance with YMCA standards, licensing requirements, safety procedures, and risk management policies.
  • Lead daily camp operations and maintain high-quality participant experiences.
  • Manage parent communication, participant concerns, and customer service standards.
  • Coordinate facility usage, supplies, equipment, transportation needs, and program logistics.

Homeschool Program Responsibilities School Year

  • Works directly with Chief Marketing Officer
  • Direct and oversee all Homeschool Programs conducted at Camp Round Rock, Mark Dietz Program Center, and Camp Twin Lakes
  • Lead curriculum development for homeschool and specialty educational programs
  • Create and maintain lesson plans, activity guides, project-based learning experiences, and curriculum standards
  • Develop staffing plans and ensure appropriate staffing levels for all homeschool programming
  • Coordinate staff schedules, program coverage, instructor assignments, supply needs, and substitute staffing needs
  • Expand programming through new classes, workshops, and specialty offerings that increase participation and support branch growth objectives

Other duties include, but not limited to:

  • Manages, directs and supervises camp and homeschool activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives
  • Recruit, hire, onboard, train, schedule, supervise, and evaluate staff
  • Ensure compliance with YMCA standards, licensing requirements, safety procedures, and risk management policies
  • Support community partnerships and branch engagement initiatives.
  • Evaluate/Monitor program effectiveness and implement improvements that strengthen participant retention and program growth.
  • Provide leadership, coaching, and accountability to instructional staff to ensure quality program delivery.
  • Monitor and assist Department enrollment, payroll, budgets, and operational performance
  • Provide hands-on duties as needed
  • Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information
  • Working with Core Groups to determine best practices and ensure standards are met
  • Staff training and development
  • Program development and growth
  • Director on Duty, nights and weekend rotations