Under the direction of the Associate Executive Director of Program Development and consistent with the Christian mission of the YMCA, the Senior Program Director of Athletics, Aquatics and Arts will be responsible for developing, coordinating and supervising the branch’s Aquatics, Dance, Gymnastics, and Sports programming. The Senior Director will lead a team of full-time and part-time directors, coordinators and lead staff to ensure the “best-in-class” execution of assigned areas. Working closely with business line leaders in aquatics and athletics and leadership throughout the branch, this leader will create and lead an ecosystem of innovative programs and services at the assigned branch. As a member of the Branch Leadership Team, the Senior Program Director of Athletics, Aquatics and Arts will create and embrace a diverse and inclusive YMCA community to grow our local impact, activate our global network and multiply our mission.
Programmatic Responsibilities
- Directly responsible for the research, development, implementation, and evaluation of assigned programs, in collaboration with Association leadership constituents.
- Facilitate and oversee the organization, management and daily operations of quality Aquatics, Dance, Gymnastics, and Sports programs.
- Provide effective programs for adults, teens, children, seniors and special populations that drive growth in membership and program participation.
- Ensure Program portfolio fully aligns with Regional and Association strategies, structure and quality standards.
- Build a network of Program volunteers through effective recruitment, training and stewardship.
- Build and maintain relationships with community and corporate partners.
- Develop and implement branch, regional and association-wide special events and promotions within assigned areas.
- Partner with marketing and communications department to ensure effective promotion and visibility of all program areas.
- Develop and implement off-site fitness and personal training program partnerships.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- Lead through the YMCA core values: caring, honesty, respect, responsibility and faith. Model relationship-building skills in all interactions.
- Recruit, hire, train, coach and mentor healthy living team of servant leaders while driving a culture of service.
- Utilize Association tools and standards in completing and administering performance evaluations and individual development plans.
- Plan and organize staff meetings to ensure consistent communications, directions and accountability.
- Manage biweekly payroll using prescribed methods and systems.
Operational Responsibilities
- Work symbiotically with the Member Experience team to develop, implement, and manage operating plans to promote program and membership growth for the YMCA.
- Ensure a culture of inclusion that builds and celebrates diversity within the Y and our community.
- Develop and manage budgets within assigned areas. Demonstrate sound fiscal management skills.
- Ensure safety and maintenance of facilities, grounds and equipment to minimize risk to members, participants and the Association.
- Provide leadership and support to the annual fundraising campaign and volunteer committees/boards as assigned.
- Minimum of four years related leadership experience required. Preferential consideration given to candidates with a minimum of five years experience working in an Aquatic environment with successful management experience with a high level of customer relationship knowledge.
- Demonstrated experience in recruiting, hiring, training and development of volunteers and staff.
- YMCA Multi-Team or Branch Leader certification or ability to attain certification within three years of hire.
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
- High level of organization demonstrating sound judgment, initiative and independent thinking
- Ability to develop short and long term plans.
- Ability to effectively work/interact with diverse populations.
- Computer literate. Knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Excel, Word, Outlook and database management.
- High ethical standards and possess strong personal and professional integrity.
- Ability to successfully obtain certification in CPR/AED and First Aid.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Ability to work in excess of a 40-hour week with irregular work hours.
- Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) for long periods of time.
- Exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.
- Must be able to lift and/or assist children up to 50 pounds in weight.
- Must be able to lift and carry food and supplies weighing up to 20 pounds.
- Ability to stand or sit while maintaining alertness for several hours at a time.
- Position may require bending, leaning, kneeling, and walking.
- Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate.
- Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency
Salary: $47,476.00 - $54,788.00