What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Director of Youth Development position at YMCA of Natrona County?

Job Description

Description :

Job Title : Senior Director of Youth Development

Leadership Level : Multi-Team Leader

FLSA Status : Full-Time Exempt

Reports to : CEO

Primary Function / Department : Youth Development

POSITION SUMMARY :

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Senior Director of Youth Development is responsible for the organization, delivery, and quality of critical youth development programming such as Early Childhood Education, School Age Care, Summer Camp and Youth Sports. Program development, licensing and regulations, educational curriculum, child protection standards, and quality assurance are critical. The Senior Director should have education, experience and a deep passion for youth, camps, education, and recreation; strong management and administrative skills; and vision for the improvement of the Y’s youth programming as well as ideas for additional ways the Y can better serve the needs of youth, children and families in Natrona County. The Senior Director must be able to thrive in a rapidly changing environment with the unique challenges of a non-profit community service organization.

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 become. 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.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, assist the CEO with implementing the strategic plan, cultivating teamwork, and providing assistance and resources to all departments as needed.
Lead, manage and be accountable for all functions of current and future licensed childcare programs (infant to elementary), youth and family programs, food program, and child abuse prevention, ensuring that goals are met, and that best practices and maximum efficiency are obtained.
Oversee, develop, and control budgets related to the specific departments within area of responsibility. Review and analyze data and forecasts to maintain a positive fiscal position.
Develop annual operating goals, objectives and plans to meet strategic goals for the organization. Monitor the achievement of these plans, taking appropriate action to ensure that the goals and objectives are met.
Recruit, hire, train, develop, schedule, and direct personnel and volunteers as needed. Review and evaluate performance. Develop strategies to motivate staff and volunteers to achieve goals.
Assure compliance with state and local regulations. Ensure that program standards are met, and safety procedures are followed. This includes, but it is not limited to, State Childcare regulations and licensing requirements, CACFP and food program standards and compliance, Y-USA and Praesidium Child Abuse and Risk Management standards.
Serve as a liaison, develop and foster relationships with city agencies, school, partners, and other community organizations. Represents the YMCA in the community and attend events as required.
Actively participate in fundraising activities including grants and grant writing, sponsorships and Annual Support Campaign, and related special events.
Provide data and reports as required for assigned programs. Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in programs
Actively participates in department staff meetings, board committees, and related training.
Performs other duties as assigned.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES :

Developing Self & Others

Program / Project Management

Collaboration

Fiscal Management

Requirements : QUALIFICATIONS :

Education / Certification

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, in education, social services, or recreation. Preferred – Degree in Childhood Education or a related field.

Minimum of three years of leadership experience, managing youth programs.

YMCA Team Leader certification preferred.

Must have current CPR / First Aid certificate or obtain within the first 30 days of employment.

Must have a valid Wyoming driver's license and insurable driving record.

Meet state licensing requirements for Director position. Meet annual training hour requirements for state licensing.

Experience / Knowledge / Abilities

Experience working with children of different ages and knowledge of the developmental stages and needs of youth.

Knowledge of staff supervision, planning, implementing and managing programs and strong organizational and administrative skills.

Ability to direct programs through supervision of volunteers and staff, development and monitoring of budgets, marketing and public relations, program development and fundraising.

Ability to interpret and enforce all safety and health regulations.

Demonstrates leadership, dependability & flexibility in work hours.

Excellent writing, organizational and communication skills.

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, volunteers, senior leaders, and the general public.

A high degree of tact and discretion is required.

Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work enthusiastically within constantly changing priorities.

Complete within 30 days of hire : Child Abuse Prevention and Safety trainings.

Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community and successful clearance of background checks.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

The 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.

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.

Office / Recreational environment. Intermittent sitting, standing, walking, engaging with children and adult participants are required. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 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.

Sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to perform essential functions and to supervise programs.

Hours may include evening and weekend work.

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