YMCA of the USA · 1 day ago
Senior Program Director
McPherson, KS
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expYMCA of the USA is a community-focused organization, and they are seeking a Senior Program Director to oversee the development of staff, programs, finances, and daily operations for membership, aquatics, and youth & family programs. This role involves staff development, program operations, fiscal management, and community engagement to ensure high levels of participation and satisfaction.
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Responsibilities
Responsible for recruiting, hiring, training, developing, scheduling and managing a high performing staff focused on providing exceptional service, sport expertise and work well as a team
Developing strategies to provide support and motivation to staff for the achievement of program goals and retention
Reviewing and evaluating staff performance
Maintaining staff retention through positive reinforcement and support
Monthly documented staff meetings/development and trainings
Ensuring staff certification records are current and fulfill all in-service standards
Ensuring all programs comply with YMCA standards and methods of operation
Develop, implement and manage high quality and safe programs with continual participation growth
Recruit for full participation in all programs, tournaments, camps and clinics
Integrate customer-service and engagement strategies into programs and services to ensure retention and positive feedback/ratings
Learn and use Personify and Team Sideline to full capacity for accurate records for registration, schedules, communication, recruitment and retention
Monitoring and evaluating delivery and effectiveness of programs and staff for the highest possible level of quality
Visibility in the Court Center during programming, tournaments and rentals
Respond to all member and community inquiries and concerns within 24 hours
Communicating program information and performance, changes and needs in a timely manner to Branch Director
Child Abuse Prevention - Responsible for adhering to boundary policies, attending required training, reporting concerns, following mandated reporting policy, fulfilling job-specific responsibilities such as maintaining and securing unused areas, and ensuring proper sign-in/out procedures
Provide back-up support to the Branch Directors for full execution and performance for all sports
Monitor and manage budget regularly to meet and exceed budget targets. This includes increased revenue season after season and event after event
Provide input, engagement and leadership for the Strong Community Campaign, special events and other fund development to ensure fundraising goals are met
Maintain complete familiarity with all risk management procedures and policies
Maintain an orderly, clean and safe condition; reporting any irregularities to Branch Director and following all preventive maintenance schedules
Conducting multiple daily walk-throughs
Keeping an up to date inventory on all equipment, materials and supplies
Serving as a member of the branch leadership team, performing specific duties that support the overall success of operations
Communicating information promptly to all staff
Attending applicable training and conferences to further professional development
All other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in related field
5 years' experience in Youth Program development and management
5 years' experience and proven success hiring, managing, training & developing staff
5 years' experience of proven development and management of budget
Commitment to the YMCA mission, vision and values
Must attend New Employee Orientation within 30 days of hire
Complete CPR/AED, First Aid, O2, and Listen First Workshop in accordance with Conditions of Employment
Possess a clear and complete understanding of exercise science principles, and the ability to apply those principles in a practical wellness atmosphere
Learn all emergency procedures and action plans for the Farha Sports Complex
Understand and abide-by all policies and procedures as set forth by the association
Work a schedule that reflects the needs of the branch; including evenings and weekends
Must be able to routinely perform the following physical activities; climb stairs, bend, stoop, kneel, twist, reach with hands, sit, stand for extended periods of time, walk, lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, have finger dexterity, grasp, perform repetitive motions, talk, hear and have visual acuity to perform detailed tasks
Must have ability to lead and delegate to others and communicate effectively; both orally and in writing
Must possess problem solving, organizational and task management skills; ability to make independent and sound decisions in a rapidly changing environment
Must be detail oriented and exhibit a high degree of accuracy and alertness
Must demonstrate initiative in the absence of supervision
Must be able to relate to and work with diverse groups of people in a friendly and consistent manner
Must work collaboratively as a team member as well as independently and lead by assigned goals, duties and deadlines
Must possess ability to exercise high levels of discretion and confidentiality
Must present a neat and professional appearance at all times
Company
YMCA of the USA
YMCA of the USA is the national resource office for the nation's YMCAs. Located in Chicago, IL, YMCA of the USA exists to serve YMCAs.
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2024 (2)
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Suzanne McCormick
President & CEO
Recent News
First Five Years Fund
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