Program Coordinator

Greater Somerset County Ymca • Princeton, NJ

5d • Onsite

About The Position

An exciting opportunity to join the team of a progressive YMCA located in vibrant Somerset County, New Jersey. The YMCA is one of the nation’s leading nonprofit organizations dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. With a 150-year-old history, Greater Somerset County YMCA (GSCY) is a pillar of the community and has seven locations across three counties, which collectively serve upwards of 30,000 individuals. GSCY has 100 full-time and 950 part-time employees along with operating revenues to $22+ million. The Y empowers everyone—no matter who they are or where they are from. To fulfill our purpose of strengthening community for all, GSCY is committed to being an inclusive organization and leveraging our collective impact to address social inequities. To learn more about GSCY, visit our website: http://gscymca.org POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Supervisor Title , the Coordinator supports the successful delivery of Department or Function. This is done through support with scheduling, staff oversight, program development, and any other functions that support the branches’ goals.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent Required
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree in early childhood education, Child Development or a related field preferred
• One to two years related work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage child care and youth programs, including daily operations, activity planning, scheduling, facility coordination, and maintaining program records and compliance documentation.
• Manage program administration and enrollment operations, including application processing, registration systems, attendance tracking, and maintaining accurate participant and program data.
• Ensure program quality, safety, and compliance with organizational standards, state licensing, and other regulatory or stakeholder requirements through regular evaluation, inspections, and adherence to best practices.
• Lead program development and continuous improvement, including assessing community needs, expanding offerings, and monitoring program participation and outcomes.
• Train, schedule, and support staff and volunteers, fostering a diverse, high-performing team and supporting professional development.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with staff, families, community partners, and stakeholders while delivering excellent customer service and clear communication.
• Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams to provide operational support, ensure coverage, and contribute to organizational goals and strategic initiatives.
• Support marketing, outreach, and community engagement efforts, including promotion of programs, participation in events, fundraising, and committee involvement.
• Maintain accurate reporting and program data to support evaluation, funding requirements, and organizational decision-making.
• Participate in ongoing training and perform additional duties as needed to support overall operations.

Benefits

• FREE family membership to Greater Somerset County YMCA, including full access to all of our branch facilities including Bridgewater YMCA, Hillsborough YMCA, Princeton YMCA, Somerset Hills YMCA, and Somerville YMCA.
• FREE nationwide membership with access to over 2,500 YMCA locations across the country
• Discounted program fees
• Paid sick leave and short-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous 12% retirement contribution to the YMCA Retirement Fund after eligibility period (no employee contribution required)
• Medical and dental insurance with prescription coverage
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account for medical and/or dependent care
• 100% contribution towards life insurance and long-term disability
• Optional additional life insurance and dependent life insurance available at low rates
• 403(b) Smart Savings Plan
• Generous paid time off policy
• 7 paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED