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Senior Program Director

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Stanwood, WA, USA
Full-time

Oversee the development and operation of various programs, such as health/wellness, aquatics, teens, child care, and/or other programs. Recruit, train and support assigned diverse staff team(s). Ensure a safe, positive and inclusive atmosphere that promotes participant safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies, practices and procedures.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Develop, implement, and manage operating plans to promote program and/or membership growth for the YMCA
  • Execute strategies to ensure our members and/or program participants connect with one another and connect with the YMCA in a culturally appropriate manner
  • Develop and control department budgets related to the position
  • Hire, train, and supervise diverse staff and volunteers in assigned areas, facilitate communication and provides leadership
  • Provide leadership and support to the annual campaign and volunteer committees/boards as assigned
  • Develop and maintain effective working relationships within the community
  • Assure compliance with state and local regulations
  • Ensure that program standards are met and safety procedures are followed
  • Ensure high quality and culturally aware programs through innovative program development, evaluations and on-going training of staff team(s)
  • Coordinate special events and activities
  • Provide data and reports as required for assigned programs
Educational Background: 
Bachelor's degree in human services, social services, recreation, business or equivalent preferred
Skills/Experience: 
  • Four or more years of program management experience, preferably in a YMCA or other not-for-profit agency
  • Direct programs through supervision of volunteers and staff, development and monitoring of budgets, marketing and public relations, program development and fundraising
  • Understands the YMCA is a public accommodation committed to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
  • Experience working with individuals, families and communities of diverse backgrounds and abilities
  • Plan, organize, and implement high quality developmentally appropriate programming
  • Strong computer skills and experience with standard business software
  • Strong professional written and verbal communication skills
  • Fluency in second language desired
Compensation/Benefits: 

Salary: $49,102.00

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: 
Mar 26 2018
Active Until: 
Apr 26 2018
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit