Youth Development Director

YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta•Brookhaven, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Youth Development Director provides hands-on leadership for the development and operation of youth programs, which may include a play center, teen leadership, day camp, membership, and community events. Under the general direction of the Associate or Executive Director, the Director oversees staff and volunteers, program quality and safety, budgets, grants, participant recruitment, registrations, and community partnerships. Activities may require extended periods outdoors. The role also ensures compliance with YMCA, licensed, and license-exempt childcare standards and maintains required records.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and at least 4 years of people and/or program management experience, or a bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of experience in child development, recreation, elementary education, or a related field.
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 on grant obligations.
Proficient knowledge of computers, technology, and applications.
Ability to handle multiple tasks, work independently, solve problems, and manage time effectively.
Must obtain training within 30 days of hire in Child Abuse Prevention, Working with Program Volunteers, CPR, First Aid, AED, and Bloodborne Pathogens.
Must pass a Bright From the Start (BFTS) fingerprint background check.
Ability to pass pre-employment criminal record, drug screening, motor vehicle record, and reference checks in accordance with company policy.
Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
Sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to perform essential functions and supervise activities in indoor and outdoor locations; ability to sit, reach, move around the work environment, and visually provide active supervision.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in child development, recreation, elementary education, 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

Develop, implement, and manage operating plans to promote program growth, impact, and safety.
Provide day-to-day supervision of staff and volunteers within the department.
Oversee and manage branch grant programs, ensuring grant standards, policies, and budgets are met.
Design practices, processes, and procedures for strong youth development programs.
Develop and implement plans to recruit participants and build community partnerships.
Recruit, interview, hire, train, develop, schedule, supervise, and evaluate multiple-branch Afterschool Department employees and volunteers.
Conduct pilots for new programs and develop plans and best practices with the staff team.
Develop strategies to motivate staff, achieve goals, and evaluate staff performance.
Manage budgets and hold staff accountable for high-quality results through a formal progress-measurement process.
Ensure program standards are met and safety procedures are followed.
Oversee expenditures and revenue collection; analyze financial data and forecast financial progress for the branch.
Manage registrations, rosters, recordkeeping, program information, registration scheduling, and scholarship application processing.
Establish new activities and expand programs within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans.
Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community organizations and YMCA branches.
Foster innovation and model a high level of member and customer service.
Collaborate with Association departments on initiatives involving marketing, social media and communications, human resources, and financial development.
Respond to member and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
Participate in and lead designated meetings, training sessions, and special events.
Implement and ensure compliance with YMCA, licensed, and license-exempt childcare standards and policies at each location.
Maintain accurate records related to licensing requirements and staff and child health and safety.