Youth Development Director

YMCA of Metro Atlanta•Alpharetta, GA

About The Position

The Youth Development Director provides hands-on leadership for the development and operations of youth programs, which may include play center, teen leadership, day camp, membership, and community events. The position works under the general direction of the Associate or Executive Director and may require extended periods outdoors. The director oversees program planning, staff and volunteers, budgets, grants, safety and licensing compliance, participant recruitment, community partnerships, registrations, and service quality. The role also collaborates with YMCA association departments on initiatives related to marketing, communications, human resources, and financial development.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and 4 or more years of people and/or program management experience, or a bachelor's degree and 2 or more 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.
Excellent 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 Child Abuse Prevention, Working with Program Volunteers, CPR, First Aid, AED, and Bloodborne Pathogens training within 30 days of hire.
Must pass a Bright From the Start (BFTS) fingerprint background check.
Must pass pre-employment criminal record, drug screening, motor vehicle record, and reference checks according to company policy.
Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
Must have sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to perform essential functions and supervise program activities in indoor and outdoor locations, including the 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.
5 or more years of program and/or people management experience in an education or childcare environment.
Experience recruiting, cultivating, and supervising volunteers.
4 or more 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 in the department.
Oversee branch grant programs and ensure 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 employees and volunteers across multiple branch afterschool departments.
Pilot 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 using a formal process to measure progress.
Ensure program standards and safety procedures are followed.
Oversee daily expenditures and revenue collection.
Analyze financial trends and forecast future financial progress using data.
Manage registrations, rosters, and record keeping.
Market and distribute program information, organize and schedule registrations, and review and process scholarship applications.
Establish new activities and expand programs in the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans.
Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community organizations and other YMCA branches.
Foster innovation and model high-quality member and customer service.
Collaborate with association departments to coordinate and support marketing, social media, 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.
Implement and ensure compliance with YMCA, licensing, and license-exempt childcare standards and policies at each location.
Maintain accurate records related to licensing requirements and staff and child health and safety.