What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Outreach Director position at SSYMCA?
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POSITION SUMMARY:
The Community Program Director serves the Germantown Neighborhood Center and Hale Family YMCA. Under the guidance of the Executive Director, the Community Program Director is responsible for the effective management of the operations of the Community Center to include:
- Fiscal management
- Programming, both grant funded and other
- Community relations and outreach including volunteers and donors
Working with the Food Pantry Coordinator, the Community Program Director is accountable for Food Pantry operations. This role will work closely with a variety of departments including Marketing, After School Care, traditional branch operations and Development.
OUR CULTURE:
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and make a difference. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
CORE EXPECTATIONS:
- PROGRAM MANAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT
Directs and supervises program activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives. Establishes new program activities and expands program within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans. Incorporate standards of excellence in the areas of safety, service and programming. Incorporate the YMCA Character Development Program into all departmental programs.
- STAFF ENGAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT
Recruits, hires, trains, manages, develops, coaches, schedules, and directs staff and volunteers as needed. Reviews and evaluates staff performance. Develops strategies to motivate staff. Ensures records of required staff certifications are current and complete. Plans, attends and helps facilitate all staff and supervisor meetings.
- PARTICIPANT ENGAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT
Builds relationships with and among participants, responds to inquiries and solves problems. Creates a safe and supportive community environment, assists in recruiting and engaging new participants, and connects participants to the YMCA’s cause.
- BUDGET & FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
Plans and manages department budgets as approved by the Executive Director in a fiscally responsible manner. Manages program payroll.
- FACILITY MANAGEMENT
Provides program facilities for participants that are safe, clean, adequately equipped, well maintained, and attractive.
- VOLUNTEER DEVELOPMENT
Builds and develops volunteer and partner capacity, sharing the social responsibility.
- COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT & SUPPORT
Assists in YMCA fund raising activities/events and engages in collaborative relationships with community organizations in order to strengthen support and build community. Specifically works with Quincy Housing Authority and Quincy Public Schools on furthering the mission and building capacity. Will create and maintain meaningful partnerships resulting in mission driven results and further opportunities.
- SPECIAL EVENTS
Committee Member and/or Leads the following annual SSYMCA events, but not limited to:
- Holiday Assistance Program
- Rodman Ride
- Monthly special events for the Germantown Neighborhood
- Camp Quirk Administration
BENEFITS:
- Retirement Plan Available, 12% contribution after vested
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- FREE YMCA Family Membership
- College Tuition Reimbursement
- Childcare and Camp Discount, along with other YMCA program discounts
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from four-year College or University
- 1-2 years related experience
- The ability to handle many projects simultaneously
- Schedule is mainly evenings and weekends – scheduled flexibility is available
- The ability to develop positive, effective working relationships with staff, volunteers, community partners and members are critical to this position.
- Valid Driver’s License, ability to drive a van and obtain 7D licensure within 6 months of employment.
Salary : $50,000 - $55,000
