Education Programs Director

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

This position will lead the development & implementation of all non-summer camp, education programs for the Takodah YMCA: specifically Heritage Travel, Outdoor Education, & rental groups at Camp Takodah. Including, but not limited to: leadership & character development, teambuilding, recreation, conferencing, weddings, & health/wellness. A strong focus on the evaluation of group needs is critical. The Education Programs Director reports to the Executive Director, works closely with other professional YMCA staff, board members, volunteers, community members, & students/guest and their families.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Develop and manage annual operating budget, set prices for groups & trips in order to meet/exceed budget. 
  • Provide high level of customer service. 
  • Recruit, hire, train, supervise, evaluate, & recognize all staff & volunteers. 
  • Complete all administrative tasks: reservations/contracts, budget/accounting, scheduling/itineraries, & communication with all parties.
  • Lead marketing & sales for all programs. Create curriculum to interest new rental groups, schools, and tours.  
  • Coordination of all rental groups. 
  • Responsible for all Heritage Travel logistics. Including, but not limited to: hotel, bus company, tours, purchases, necessary correspondence, etc. 
  • Act as the risk manager & emergency contact for all tour leaders, parents, groups, & vendors.
  • Keep Current ACA & ACCT standards. Lead staff Risk Management team in regards to the high & low ropes course.
  • Communicate with school officials to ensure strong collaboration between Takodah YMCA & participating schools.
  • Oversee all outdoor education & teambuilding programs; including staff, participants, & group leadership. 
  • Work closely with board committees & task forces.
  • Assist with annual fundraising strategy.
  • Be an active member of the year round staff team
Educational Background: 
Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent work experience.
Skills/Experience: 
  • Minimum 5 years experience working with children in an educational setting.
  • Possess excellent customer service, communication, & organizational skills.
  • Proven success with program development, creating curriculum, & implementation of new programming
  • Self-motivated & the ability to work well independently.
  • Strong organization, volunteer recruitment, & communication skills.
  • Strong work ethic
  • Budget management skills
  • Strong leadership skills & positive relationship skills
  • Team player with strong sense of YMCA mission
  • Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations
Compensation/Benefits: 

Salary: $45,500.00 - $55,500.00

How to Apply: 

http://www.ymca.net/career-opportunities/national-details.html?id=23362&...

Job Function: 
Education, Professional Development & Training

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: 
Apr 12 2018
Active Until: 
May 13 2018
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit