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Senior Program Director

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Glens Falls, NY, USA
Full-time

The Senior Program Director is an exempt full time position that serves on the CEO’s senior leadership team.

Senior Program Director oversees the development and operations of Aquatics Department, Youth and Adult Sports Department, Sports Camps and non-development special events.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Develops, implements, and manages operating plans to promote/grow aquatics, youth and adult sports programs and events for the YMCA.
  • Executes strategies to ensure that members and/or program participants connect with one another and connect with the YMCA.
  • Ensures high quality programs/events/member services through systematic evaluation and enhancement.
  • Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs personnel and volunteers as needed. Reviews and evaluates staff performance. Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
  • Develops and controls department budgets related to the position.
  • Hires, trains, and supervises staff and volunteers in assigned areas. Facilitates communication and provides leadership. Models relationship-building skills in all interactions.
  • Support and or leadership to the annual fundraising campaign and volunteer committees/boards as assigned.
  • Develops and maintains effective working relationships within the community.
  • Assures compliance with state and local regulations. Ensures that program standards are met and safety procedures are followed.
  • Ensures high quality member-focused programs through innovative program development, evaluations and ongoing training of staff.
  • Coordinates special events and activities.
  • Assist in the research and application for grants to supplement departmental income.
  • Implement character development and the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility in all programs and all aspects of operations.
  • Work with marketing leadership to generate marketing strategies, materials, and publicity for programs.
  • Share responsibility for the administration of the Association as a member of the management staff team and be involved in Association events and initiatives.
  • Serve on assigned committees together with other key staff and volunteers.
  • Keep informed through self-study, research, and conference or workshop participation on current trends in programming. Participate as time permits in YMCA or AYP meetings, civic and professional organizations.
  • Provide leadership and management support for selected special events and fundraising activities to advance the mission of the YMCA in annual support, capital development and special events.
  • Facility oversight to ensure an excellent experience for members, participants and the community.
  • Develop, implement and oversight of department budgets.
  • Perform such other tasks as may be required to ensure that the mission of the Association is achieved.
Educational Background: 
Bachelor's degree preferred.
Skills/Experience: 
  • Minimum 3-5 years of program management experience, preferably in a YMCA or other nonprofit agency.
  • Previous experience in Aquatics preferred
  • Currently lifeguard or swim instructor certified or the ability to obtain and maintain certifications. This is a requirement of employment.
  • Ability to direct programs through supervision of volunteers and staff, development and monitoring of budgets, marketing and public relations, program development and fund-raising.
  • Prefer knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations.
  • Proven track record of developing authentic and deepened relationships with others.
  • Ability to establish and maintain collaborations with community organizations.
  • YMCA Team Leader or Multi-team/Branch Leader certification preferred.
  • CPR and First Aid certifications will be required.
Compensation/Benefits: 

Salary: $48,000.00 - $50,000.00

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: 
Jul 23 2019
Active Until: 
Aug 23 2019
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit