YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South · 1 week ago
Executive Director 1 – MSCS
Memphis, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$75K/yr - $80K/yr
3+ years expThe YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South is a cornerstone non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. They are seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to serve as the Executive Director 1 for MSCS, responsible for overseeing school age programs, managing staff, ensuring compliance, and maintaining partnerships with school districts to provide high-quality care for children.
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Responsibilities
Support the planning, development, and execution of before and after-school programs, and camp programs for school-age students (MSCS), ensuring alignment with the organization’s mission and vision as well as state licensing requirements
Lead a comprehensive summer camp experience, including a variety of activities with a focus on creative arts, outdoor adventures, physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development
Manages the day-to-day operations of specific programs
Executes strategic plans developed in coordination with the ED2
Oversee program-specific staff and direct service delivery
Continuously assess program outcomes, support data-informed adjustments, and evaluate the impact on student development
Support and maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders (including superintendents, principals, school, and community leaders)
In collaboration with the Training, Development, and Compliance specialists, ensure the program is in compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations, including child safety, staffing ratios, and other legal requirements
Informs ED 2 of trends, successes, and program needs
Provide input on and manage the site-specific budgets for both the after-school program sites and the camp programs, ensuring financial sustainability and cost-effective operations
Ensure proper tracking and reporting of all financial activities related to the programs
Provide weekly reports to identify variances and ensure ongoing management
Help recruit, train, develop, and mentor a high-performing team of Program Directors and Site Supervisors
Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence among staff and program participants
Provide guidance, coaching, and professional development opportunities to empower staff members
Build and maintain relationships with elementary schools, school leaders, and local stakeholders to enhance program reach and impact
Serve as an advocate for the development and education of school age children within Memphis and surrounding communities
All other duties as assigned by Supervisor
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in education, social work, nonprofit management, or a related field
Minimum of 3 years of team leadership experience in child development (school age preferred), program management, or nonprofit administration
Problem-solving mindset with the ability to manage complex situations and multiple priorities
Expertise in leading and evaluating school age camps and before and after school programs
Experience ensuring fiscal accountability
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Experience with program evaluation is a plus
Knowledge of child development, social-emotional learning, and best practices for school age programming
Company
YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South
YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South is a non-profit organization that promotes youth development through community-based programs and services.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.15MKey Investors
ComcastUnitedHealthcare
2025-10-29Grant· $0.03M
2022-08-10Grant· $0.12M
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