Senior Program Director of Academic Programs - Community Development

YMCA
Salary
$49,000.00
$60,706.00
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The Gateway Region YMCA is looking for a motivated individual to take on the role of Senior Program Director of Academic Programs.
Job Description

The Gateway Region YMCA is one of the leading nonprofit charitable organizations in the St. Louis metropolitan region, with a focus on nurturing the potential of every child and teen, improving health and well-being, and supporting and serving our neighbors. For more than 170 years, the Y’s mission has been to put Christian principles into practice through programs designed to build healthy spirits, minds and bodies for all. We do that by being the center of communities, serving more than 260,000 individuals annually through our 24 traditional branches located in St. Louis City, seven Missouri counties and six Illinois counties, as well as YMCA Trout Lodge and YMCA Camp Lakewood, the YMCA Community Development Branch, and our Washington University Campus Y Branch. We aspire to be a safe place by promoting belonging for all. We are a growing and exciting organization where you can flourish, and we would love for you to join us!

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in human services, social services, recreation, business or equivalent
  • Four or more years of program management experience, preferably in a YMCA or other nonprofit agency
  • Ability to direct programs through supervision of volunteers and staff, development and monitoring of budgets, marketing and public relations, program development and fundraising
  • Prefer knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations
  • Proven track record of developing authentic and deepened relationships with others
  • Ability to establish and maintain collaborations with community organizations
  • YMCA Team Leader or Multi-team/Branch Leader certification preferred 

Full Compensation Package (when applicable):

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • 403(b) Retirement Savings
  • Retirement fund of 12% per pay period after 2 years of full-time employment
  • 20% Discount on tuition at Missouri Baptist University
  • Free household membership to YMCA nationwide
  • Discounts on YMCA programs
  • Discounts on YMCA Childcare
Essential Functions
  • Directs and supervises program activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives.
  • Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs staff and volunteers as needed. Reviews and evaluates staff performance. Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
  • Establishes new program activities and expands program within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans.
  • Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information, may organize and schedule program registrations. May review and process program scholarship applications.
  • Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations.
  • Develops and monitors program budget to meet fiscal objectives.
  • Coordinates use of facilities for program activities and events.
  • Assists in YMCA fundraising activities and special events.
  • Models relationship-building skills in all interactions. Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints in timely manner.
  • May assist with Program Committee meetings.
  • Compiles program statistics. Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in programs.
  • Co-develop evaluation plan and report on key programmatic metrics to association and relevant stakeholders.
  • Participate in a wide range of community events, program management teams and coalitions to build connectivity and capacity in our work.
  • Oversee program development and project implementation with a wide range of partners while maintaining the highest level of communication with staff, volunteers, partners, branches and leadership.
  • Cultivate and maintain community partnerships with schools and other organizations that support Community.
  • Development's overarching vision that all youth graduate high school ready for the next step in their lives.
  • Engage in grant writing and reporting as necessary.
  • Plan, develop and implement program training for staff and volunteers in our key focus areas (academic success, teen leadership, STEAM, health equity).
  • Develops, implements, and manages operating plans to promote program and/or membership growth for the YMCA. Measures progress against strategic goals and ensures continuous improvement.
  • Assures compliance with state and local regulations. Ensures that program standards are met and safety procedures are followed.
  • Develops and controls department budgets related to the position so that resources are devoted to top priorities and strategic objectives.
  • Uses data to analyze financial trends and forecast future financial progress for the organization.
  • Hires, trains, and supervises staff and volunteers in assigned areas.
  • Organizes people and activities for efficiencies and effectiveness.
  • Ensures high-quality member-focused programs through innovative program development, demonstrating courageous and intelligent risk-taking with awareness of societal, economic, and political issues and their impact on the strategic direction of the organization.
  • Rewards and recognizes new and relevant ideas and approaches even if not successful.
  • May serve in leadership position within various PMTs.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.

 

The YMCA Welcomes a Diverse Workforce 

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

The Gateway Region YMCA strictly follows a zero tolerance policy regarding child abuse.