Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of families and children? Do you have experience in program development and working with community partners that fills a community need and fosters positive outcomes for youth? Are you a responsible and creative individual with a sincere interest in creating a quality experience for program participants, parents, staff and community members? Do you meet the AZ Licensing requirements to be a Youth Development Director? Are you bilingual (English/Spanish)? If you answered yes to all of these questions, we want to hear from you. Join the YMCA of Southern Arizona staff team at our Mulcahy/City YMCA Child Care and Enrichment Branch in Tucson as our new Youth Development Director.
- This position will function as a key member of the Mulcahy leadership team in developing community relationships with area schools, teachers, and administrators as well as being able to articulate the benefits of YMCA programming to the public.
- This position is responsible for overseeing Preschool, After School Enrichment, Summer Day Camp and Teen Leadership programming.
- Administers the annual operating budget and makes adjustments accordingly based on revenue and expenses to meet targets. Develops the annual programming and Center budget.
- Develops & implements curriculum for ALL programs and prepares revenue and expense projections. Monitor financial indicators and member feedback to assess program effectiveness.
- Oversees programs to ensure programs are effective and they meet community needs. Identifies collaborative efforts to utilize facilities and services with local schools and organizations. Develops and nurtures collaborative relationships with schools, community organizations and the City of Tucson.
- Recruits, hires, trains, develop schedules, direct and motivate personnel and volunteers. Develops strategies to motivate staff and volunteers to achieve goals.
- Knowledge of Licensing & Quality Assurance standards for specific program initiatives (Quality First, First Thing First, HEPA Standards, Literacy, Achievement, STEM Programming).
- Insures program operation is consistent with Association procedures, including emergency procedures, insurance requirements, accident reporting, purchasing, personnel/payroll, CPS reporting and accounting system.
- Establishes new program activities, increases participation, and expands programming within the community in accordance with Association/Branch strategic and operating plans.
- Monitors department programs and services through regular visitation of all programs and the development of appropriate tools.
- Participates accordingly in branch projects as assigned as well as staff trainings and meetings, cohort meetings, and special events. Supports Annual Campaign and other special events.
- Four years of related experience in a child care leadership role or supervisory capacity of a licensed Child Care or Summer Day Camp Program.
- Knowledge of Arizona Licensing standards for school age, preschool and day camp programs is vital.
- The incumbent must also currently possess or apply for an Arizona fingerprint clearance card within 7 days of hire in addition to possessing current 1st Aid/CPR certification.
Salary: $35,000.00 - $40,000.00