Heritage Travel Director

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YMCA of the USA
Swanzey, NH, USA
Full-time

This position will lead the development & implementation of Takodah YMCA Heritage Travel programs. This includes management of monthly meetings, promotion/registration, volunteer training, & tuition assistance. Research & develop new tours, projects, events, & fundraisers. The bulk of the busy season will be late spring and early fall; at slower times the Heritage Travel Director will support other Takodah YMCA programs. The Director of Heritage Travel also works closely with the Executive Director, other professional YMCA staff, Board Members, volunteers, community members, and students/guests and their families. 

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Develop both annual & trip budgets. Set pricing on an annual basis. Meet or exceed budgets.
  • Administration of all Heritage Travel programs. Ensure there is a Takodah YMCA representative on all trips, at trainings/meetings, or registering parents.
  • Responsible for all trip logistics. Including, but not limited to: hotel, bus company, tours, purchases, necessary correspondence, etc. 
  • Communicate and liaise with school officials to ensure strong collaboration between Takodah YMCA & participating schools. Develop promotional materials & marketing strategies to fill all trips.
  • Lead marketing & sales for Heritage Travel in order to retain current schools, recruit new school, and market new offerings.
  • Act as the risk manager & emergency contact for all tour leaders, parents, & vendors.
  • Speak with participants, parents, volunteers, schools, & vendors; returning all calls & emails within 24 hours. 
  • Annually seek and analyze input from youth, families, and staff regarding the quality, safety, and enjoyment of the program and staff. Utilize input to reflect YMCA goals, vision, & strategic plan.
  • Develop new mission based programming to meet the needs of the community
  • Support other programs: lead summer trips, support Outdoor Education groups with programming and support, host groups as needed, assist with Camp Takodah opening day, and cross market all Y programs.
  • Cross Collaboration with Heritage Travel and Camp Director to develop strong relationships and promote our broad scope of programs. 
  • Volunteer stewardship, including: recruitment, training, support, & recognition.
  • Work closely with board committees & task forces.
  • Assist with annual fundraising strategy. Including, but not limited to, volunteer recruitment, communication plans, marketing materials, etc.
  • Support the Executive Director & Board of Directors in developing & implementing long-term fundraising strategies, prospect identification, recruitment, & donor recognition.  
  • Be an active member of the year round staff team.
  • Other duties as required.
Educational Background: 
Bachelor degree in education, history, or recreation.
Skills/Experience: 
  • Experience with logistics or travel industry.  
  • Strong organization, volunteer recruitment, & communication skills.
  • Strong work ethic
  • Familiarity with computers to effectively complete job duties
  • Budget management 
  • Strong leadership & positive relationship skills
  • Team player with strong sense of YMCA mission
  • Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations
Compensation/Benefits: 

Salary: $38,000.00 - $42,000.00

How to Apply: 

http://www.ymca.net/career-opportunities/national-details.html?id=24600&...

Job Function: 
Program / Project Management

Organization Info

YMCA of the USA

Overview
Headquarters: 
Chicago, IL, United States
Website: 
ymca.org
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1983
About Us
Areas of Focus: 
Community Service / Capacity Building / Volunteerism
Youth / Children
Recreation / Sports
Mission: 

The YMCA mission is: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) is the national resource office for the Y, one of the nation's leading nonprofits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Across the U.S., 2,700 Ys engage 22 million men, women and children – of all ages, incomes and backgrounds – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation's health and well-being and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors. Anchored in more than 10,000 communities, the Y has the longstanding relationships and physical presence needed not just to promise, but also to deliver, lasting personal and social change.

Programs: 
  1. YOUTH DEVELOPMENT: Nurturing the potential of children and teens
  2. HEALTHY LIVING: Improving the nation’s health and well-being
  3. SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: Giving back and providing support to neighbors

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
May 2 2018
Active Until: 
Jun 3 2018
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit