Program Director, High School Programs, Grant (4994)

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles•Los Angeles, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Program Director, High School Expanded Learning & Grants (South LA & San Fernando Valley) at the YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles is responsible for overseeing six (6) YMCA grant-funded high school program sites across South Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley. This role focuses on creating opportunities for students to strengthen academic skills, explore college and career pathways, develop leadership, and experience belonging. Grant management and attendance performance are central to this role, requiring the successful implementation, monitoring, and delivery of programs supported through Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELO-P) and 21st Century Community Learning Centers/After School Safety and Enrichment for Teens (ASSETs) funding. The Director is accountable for meeting grant deliverables, managing budgets, maintaining accurate reporting and audit-ready records, and ensuring each site meets or exceeds its Average Daily Attendance (ADA) targets. The ideal candidate will coach Site Coordinators, strengthen school partnerships, and use data to build programs that teens actively participate in.

Requirements

Minimum of twenty-one (21) years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent.
A minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in youth development, expanded learning, after school programming, education, or a related field, with extensive experience managing programs serving high school students.
Demonstrated success meeting or exceeding enrollment and Average Daily Attendance (ADA) targets, including experience developing recruitment and retention strategies and using attendance data to improve participation.
Strong experience managing grant-funded expanded learning programs, including program deliverables, budgets, data collection, attendance documentation, reporting, compliance, and audit preparation.
Experience developing engaging teen programming, enrichment activities, curriculum, and student engagement strategies that reflect student interests and grant requirements.
Demonstrated ability to build effective partnerships with school administrators, district personnel, community organizations, students, and families from diverse backgrounds.
Strong organizational and communication skills, emotional maturity, and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines across multiple locations.
Ability to work on-site across South LA and the San Fernando Valley, including travel to the San Fernando Valley at least once per week.
Reliable transportation is essential.
Current approved EMSA First Aid and Adult, Infant, and Child CPR certifications (8 hours).
Completion of child abuse prevention training before the first day in the program and required TB testing.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in education, youth development, recreation, public administration, or a related field.
Direct experience with ELO-P and 21st Century Community Learning Centers/ASSETs funding.
Experience supervising and developing staff and managing multiple programs or program sites.

Responsibilities

Lead ELO-P and 21st Century Community Learning Centers/ASSETs grant management, ensuring programs meet funding requirements, school district expectations, reporting deadlines, and required deliverables.
Drive measurable attendance results at every site.
Develop and implement student recruitment, engagement, and retention strategies that meet or exceed ADA targets.
Monitor attendance trends, identify gaps early, and lead timely improvements.
Manage grant-funded budgets, staffing allocations, supplies, vendors, and other program expenses while ensuring spending aligns with approved budgets and allowable expenditures.
Maintain accurate enrollment, attendance, fiscal, and program records.
Lead preparation for audits, monitoring visits, and compliance reviews, and ensure corrective actions are completed.
Recruit, supervise, coach, and develop Site Coordinators and program staff, building clear expectations for grant performance, teen engagement, safety, and program quality.
Guide student-centered, club-based programming that includes academic support, enrichment, college and career readiness, leadership development, wellness, and recreation.
Ensure student voice and choice inform program design.
Build strong relationships with school administrators, district partners, students, families, and community organizations to strengthen recruitment, remove participation barriers, and align programming with each school’s priorities.
Conduct regular site visits and use student feedback, attendance data, and program evaluations to improve quality while maintaining safe, inclusive environments and consistent supervision practices.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Employer paid life and disability insurance.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Team Member Assistance Program with confidential counseling and support resources.
Paid Well-Being Day each year.
Two floating holidays per year.
10% employer contribution to the Y Retirement Fund (upon eligibility).
Tax deferred and Roth 403(b) retirement savings options.
Paid training and professional development.
Tuition assistance through partner universities, including Capella University, Springfield College, and Strayer University.
YMCA Professional Network (YPN) membership.
Opportunities to grow your career with one of the nation’s largest YMCA associations.
Free gym membership with access to YMCA centers across Greater Los Angeles.
Discounts on YMCA programs, including swim lessons, day camp, personal training, and more.
Complimentary before and after school child care for eligible Team Members (restrictions apply).
Free youth sports and enrichment classes for your children, including ballet and martial arts.
Exclusive savings through PerkSpot, plus discounts on wireless services and Dell products.
Exclusive financial benefits through Rize Credit Union.
A laptop, mobile phone, and mileage reimbursement are provided.