Program Director- School Age Programs

$67,725 - $72,072/Yr

YMCA - SeaTac, WA

Full-time - Mid Level

SeaTac, WA

Social Assistance

About the position

The Program Director for School Age Programs at the YMCA of Greater Seattle is responsible for leading and developing youth education, childcare, and enrichment programs within the Highline and Auburn School Districts. This role involves managing program operations, overseeing budgets, and leading a team to ensure high-quality programming and services for participants. The position emphasizes equity and social justice, aiming to create inclusive environments for all community members.

Responsibilities

• Establishes new program activities and expands programs within the community according to strategic plans.
• Develops and manages budgets related to the position, meeting fiscal objectives.
• Recruits, hires, trains, evaluates, and supervises assigned staff and volunteers, providing development and leadership.
• Compiles program statistics and provides data and reports as required for assigned programs, monitoring effectiveness and participation.
• Provides leadership and support for branch management team, annual fundraising campaigns, and volunteer committees/boards as assigned.
• Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations, schools, and agencies related to assigned programs.
• Develops, produces, and distributes program information necessary to promote assigned programs in accordance with branch marketing plans.
• Ensures safety procedures are followed and that all programs comply with YMCA standards and relevant regulations.
• Ensures high-quality programs through innovative development evaluations and ongoing training of staff.
• Ensures upkeep of related facilities and equipment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant program area or equivalent education/experience.
• Two or more years of experience with staff and volunteer supervision, program development, and budget management.
• Experience and knowledge in youth behavior management and child abuse prevention.
• Intermediate computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to visit sites and community organizations.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of and previous experience with diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.).
• Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.

Benefits

• Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle for you and your household.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance.
• Retirement with generous employer contributions.
• Free access to mental health resources.
• Rapidly-accruing paid time off (PTO) available immediately upon hire.
• Discounts on qualifying YMCA of Greater Seattle childcare and day camp programs.