Executive Director, Florida Youth in Government

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YMCA of the USA
St. Petersburg, FL, USA
Full-time

Under the direction of the CEO of the Florida State Alliance, the Executive Director will oversee the development and execution of the Florida State Alliance of YMCAs Youth In Government Program. This includes developing and maintaining a program identity and culture.

Since 1936, the YMCA Youth In Government (YIG) program has given students around the country the opportunity to serve as part of a youth-run, youth-led model government process. The YIG model government process is designed to prepare students for a life of engaged and active citizenship built on the values of civil debate, statesmanship and research-based policy solutions.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Responsible for the overall growth and success of YIG through proper marketing and promotion, program development, membership recruitment and retention.
  • Responsible for securing sufficient revenue to provide services to members consistent with established goals
  • Coordinates and assists in securing contracts for facilities and services, including equipment for programming, hotels, etc.
  • Oversees the administration of state-level Youth In Government Programs and Events
  • Complies with Florida Department of Education grant requirements including timely application, reporting and financial management
  • Develops yearly budget plan and financial reporting schedule
  • Supervises, develops and evaluates staff and volunteers
  • Identifies and pursues additional funding opportunities and program growth opportunities
  • Develops and implements strategic plan
Educational Background: 
4-year degree from accredited college or university preferred
Skills/Experience: 
  • 3 years minimum as a program manager, preferably working with middle and high schools
  • Knowledge of youth development & civics education
  • Experience with office and budget administration including staff management and task/project delegation
  • Experience working with teens and adults preferred
  • Experience with a non-profit or a school setting
  • Experience working remotely both independently and with a team
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Excellent communication and inter-personal skills
  • Experience with curriculum development and training
  • Experience w/contract negotiation
  • Overnight travel and weekend work required
Compensation/Benefits: 

Salary: $50,000.00 - $62,000.00

How to Apply: 

http://www.ymca.net/career-opportunities/national-details.html?id=32902&...

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: 
Jan 14 2019
Active Until: 
Feb 14 2019
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit