Program Director - Branch Programs

Job Details

Job Location:

Shelton Family YMCA
- Shelton, WA 98584

Position Type:
Full Time

Salary Range: $57,000.00 - $57,000.00 Salary/year

Job Category:
Branch Programs

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 Branch Program Director is responsible for the planning, preparation, and operation of all youth development programs in the assigned Branch. The Branch Program Director is responsible for successful execution of assigned youth programs and youth-serving amenities at assigned Branch.

Core functions include program promotion and operations; staffing; budget development, and program administration. Director is expected to create and maintain an atmosphere that is safe, character-centered, and kid-focused that promotes the YMCA’s mission, values, and goals. Director is a key member of the Association and Branch management team.

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 part of the Y family. 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.

• Develop, manage, and coordinate youth programs and amenities, such as Kid Zone!, Climbing Wall, Youth Experience Programming, Youth Sports, Kid’s Night Out and related.
• Ensure programs and activities meet YMCA objectives to develop in spirit, mind, and body, and incorporate the four core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility into all department programming.
• Ensure all programming meets objectives and is developed in conjunction with South Sound YMCA Strategic Plans and program standards.
• Ensure the health and safety of all participants.
• Manage ongoing participant feedback through Listen
  360 platform.
• Address quality and customer service issues that arise in a swift and successful manner.
• Make necessary program purchases ensuring compliance with department budget.
• Keep accurate dashboards of key indicators for all program areas.
• Explore new program opportunities annually with the appropriate staff and committees.
• Develop promotional materials in concert with the Branch Administrative Assistant for Youth Development.

• Effectively coach, mentor and supervise Department Coordinator and Full-time Lead Staff.
• Ensure Department part-time staff are being effectively coached, mentored and supervised by their leaders.
• Provide ongoing recognition of staff and volunteers.
• Hold regularly scheduled meetings with staff and volunteers.
• Conduct staff and volunteer evaluations each year.
• Responsible for ensuring all HR-related policies and procedures are followed.
• Regularly inspect classes and programs to ensure quality program implementation.

• Responsible for the assigned Youth Development Department budgets including development, ongoing monitoring, and active management towards annual balancing.

• Provide leadership for and participate in the Annual Campaign.
• Provide information, as needed, for use in soliciting grants or other contributed funds.
• Participate in other special events as requested.

• Attend all scheduled staff meetings and training as requested by supervisor.
• Participate in Association and Branch projects and committees as requested.
• Attend conference and training to facilitate professional growth as requested by supervisor.

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• Critical Thinking & Decision Making
• Engaging Community
• Program/Project Management

This position requires an enthusiastic, creative,…