Youth Development Director

YMCA
Salary
$47,000.00
$52,000.00
How to Apply
Apply Online
Come join our growing team at the Lake Superior YMCA!
Job Description

Youth Development Director is responsible for overall supervision and leadership of Kids Club operations and other Youth Programming. Committed to our core values of honesty, caring, respect and responsibility, focus is placed on program planning, growth and development, and ability to forge strong connections in the community for both programmatic and philanthropic support.

Qualifications
  • Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a related field. 
  • Two years of experience working in a recreational, education, and/or childcare setting. 
  • Experience in administration, supervision, marketing, and curriculum or program planning is required.
  • Computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Office 365, and Outlook.  
  • Must possess current and valid driver’s license as well as personal vehicle for transportation among locations.
  • Commitment of supporting principles of equal opportunity and affirmative action to achieve a diverse work environment.
Essential Functions
  • Oversees the operations and management of Kids Club, youth programs (Y Basecamp, Parents Night Out, etc.), and family events (Health Kids Day, Family Nights, etc.) at the Downtown, Superior, and Hermantown locations.
  • Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules, and directs personnel and volunteers.
  • Reviews and evaluates staff performance.
  • Develops strategies to motivate staff, improve quality of programs, and achieve goals. 
  • Researches, develops, executes, and assesses youth, teen, and family programs, events, and policies.  
  • Develops and monitors program budgets, secures funding sources to meet fiscal objectives, applies for and oversees youth development grants, and assists in fundraising efforts. 
  • Collaborates with the marketing and communications team to create and distribute promotional materials for youth programming and events.
  • Builds effective, authentic relationships with participants, parents, staff, and volunteers- helping them connect with each other and the Y community.  
  • Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures.
  • Completes incident and accident reports as necessary. 
  • Actively supports the Y’s Annual Support Campaign through staff and member education, events, and donor engagement.
  • Effectively learns and utilizes a variety of software systems including: When to Work, ADP, Daxko, Alaris, Microsoft Office Suite, etc.).
  • Embodies and promotes the YMCA mission and core values—caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility—in all interactions and decision-making.
  • Fosters a welcoming, inclusive culture by modeling and advancing the Y’s commitment to equity, diversity, and belonging.
Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising. 

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others. 


Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members. 

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

Required Certifications

CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention training (must receive within 60 days)