Afterschool Director

YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta•Alpharetta, GA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Afterschool Director leads, plans, administers, and evaluates afterschool programs under the general direction of the Executive Director. The role provides day-to-day supervision of staff and volunteers and oversees program quality, safety, licensing compliance, grants, budgets, enrollment, and community partnerships across multiple branches. The Director also supports marketing and organizational initiatives, monitors progress toward branch goals, and responds to member and community inquiries.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and at least 4 years of experience in education, or a bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of experience working in education.
At least 1 year of supervisory responsibilities.
Ability to communicate effectively and manage information for program participants, community leaders, volunteers, and staff of all ages.
Ability to establish, collaborate on, and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
Strong attention to detail, follow-through, and execution of grant obligations.
Proficiency with computers, technology, and applications.
Ability to handle multiple tasks, work independently, solve problems, and manage time effectively.
Obtain Child Abuse Prevention, Working with Program Volunteers, CPR, First Aid, AED, and Bloodborne Pathogens training within 30 days of hire.
Pass the Bright from the Start (BFTS) background check.
Pass required pre-employment checks, including criminal record check, drug screening, motor vehicle record check, and reference check.
Be legally eligible to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
Have sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to perform essential functions and supervise activities in indoor and outdoor locations; be able to sit, reach, move around the work environment, and visually provide active supervision.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in early education, social work, or a related field.
At least 5 years of program and/or people management experience in an education or childcare environment.
Experience recruiting, cultivating, and supervising volunteers.
At least 4 years of program or nonprofit experience.
YMCA Team Leader certification.
Prior people and program management experience.

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and manage afterschool programs to promote growth, impact, and safety.
Provide day-to-day supervision of staff and volunteers across the department.
Oversee branch grant programs and ensure grant standards, policies, and budgets are met.
Develop practices, processes, and procedures for strong afterschool programs.
Create and implement plans to recruit participants and develop community partnerships.
Recruit, interview, hire, train, develop, schedule, supervise, and evaluate employees and volunteers across multiple branches.
Ensure compliance with YMCA and childcare licensing standards and policies at each location.
Maintain accurate records related to licensing requirements and staff and child health and safety.
Conduct program pilots, develop plans, and manage best practices in collaboration with staff.
Manage budgets, hold staff accountable for quality results, and use formal processes to measure progress.
Use data to analyze financial trends and forecast future financial progress for the branch.
Manage registrations, rosters, record keeping, program information, registration schedules, and scholarship applications.
Establish new activities and expand programs in the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans.
Foster innovation and model strong member and customer service.
Monitor branch goals by running and reviewing necessary reports.
Coordinate marketing efforts to maximize enrollment and support the Executive Director on related issues.
Collaborate with association departments on marketing, social media and communications, human resources, and financial development initiatives.
Respond to member and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
Participate in and lead designated meetings, training sessions, and special events.