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Senior Program Director

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Asheville, NC, USA
Full-time

The Program Director II is responsible for program development and operations of multiple assigned program areas, including Aquatics and Sports. Within these areas the Program Director II is responsible for direct leadership, program development, financial development, innovation, volunteer recruitment, community relations, partnerships, risk management, budgeting and financial results. The Program Director II is guided by Executive Leadership, YMCA operating principles, Association Leadership Norms and must operate in a manner consistent with our organizational values.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Provide vision, strategy and leadership for the Aquatics and Sports departments at the Downtown Asheville YMCA.
  • Provide strategic and tactical direction in support of program growth and innovation to Woodfin YMCA and Ferguson Family YMCA in regards to sports and aquatics programming.
  • Maintain the quality and ensure that the needs of the members and the community are met within the Aquatics and Sports departments.
  • Provide strong recruitment, development, and succession planning processes to insure the hiring, professional development and retention of high quality staff. Develop strategies to motivate and achieve goals.
  • Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations. Assists with interpreting Association goals, objectives, and policies to the community and direct-reports.
  • Maintain up to date knowledge of programs and trends to include aquatics and sports. Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in programs and employ corrective strategies as needed.
  • Respond to member and participant concerns in a timely manner, addressing both customer service and safety concerns.
  • Provides leadership and support to the annual campaign and volunteer committees/boards as assigned. Develops and maintains effective working relationships within the community.
  • Meet weekly with full time direct reports to check-in, coach and ensure up to date knowledge of happenings in each department.
  • Sets operational and performance goals for assigned staff which are achievable and aligned with long-term goals and strategies.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with current and potential funding sources, both private and public.
  • Ensure branding, communication and marketing meet Association standards and portray the voice of the YMCA.
  • Represent and articulate the Association’s Healthy Living and Youth Development strategies and programs to individuals and organizations throughout the community, developing collaborative relationships with key stakeholders.
  • Represents the YMCA with key community organizations and events.
  • Monitor monthly financial reports to assure that revenue targets are met and expenses are controlled. Complete variance reports and forecast updates monthly. Adjust operations as needed to achieve fiscal targets.
  • Fosters a climate of innovation and collaboration to develop member-focused programs and leads assigned staff in the planning, development and implementation of new and innovative, cutting edge program initiatives and activities.
  • Ensures the implementation of the Association's risk management program at the sports sites and the Asheville YMCA to ensure safe facilities and programs for members, volunteers and staff.
  • Ensures that all the policies of the organization are implemented, including Financial, Human Resources, and Program Policies.
  • Conduct 3 Stewardship Sessions with prospective donors monthly.
  • Provides leadership to other areas as assigned
Educational Background: 
Bachelor's degree in program area or related field or equivalent education/experience.
Skills/Experience: 
  • Four or more years of related experience including leader and volunteer supervision, community program development, financial management, and fund raising.
  • Two or more years of aquatics leadership experience required.
  • Broad knowledge of programs and proven experience in building communities within a center structure.
  • Experience in setting high standards, motivating a team, seeks out personal development opportunities and ways to develop others with strong growth in previous positions/programs.
  • Understanding of the nature and purpose of the YMCA and the roles of volunteers and staff.
  • Prefer knowledge of and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.) with examples of inclusion and equity.
  • YMCA Team Leader certification preferred.
Compensation/Benefits: 

Salary: $37,000.00 - $46,000.00

Organization Info

YMCA of the USA

Overview
Headquarters: 
Chicago, IL, United States
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1983
About Us
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: 
Apr 28 2018
Active Until: 
May 28 2018
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit