YMCA of the USA · 11 hours ago
Assistant Director of Programs
Bartlesville, OK
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$40K/yr - $43K/yrThe YMCA is seeking a dynamic, cause-driven leader to serve as the Assistant Director of Programs. This role involves supporting youth programs, managing seasonal staffing, and coordinating special events, while upholding the YMCA’s mission and values.
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Responsibilities
Serve as the lead assistant in operations of the YMCA’s large winter basketball league
Assist with league logistics, schedules, and gym coordination
Volunteer coach onboarding, communication, and support
Game-day operations, staffing, and issue resolution
Sportsmanship enforcement and parent communication
Assist with planning and execution of smaller developmental leagues
Support coach training, equipment setup, and weekly operations
Help ensure a positive first-sports experience for youth and families
Act as a visible on-site leader during games and practices
Serve as the primary point of contact for pool concessions staff
Assist with seasonal staff onboarding and training
Scheduling and daily operational coverage
Customer service and member engagement
Coordination with aquatics leadership and maintenance staff
Support adherence to YMCA policies, safety standards, and cash-handling procedures
Serve as the lead staff coordinator (or co-lead, as assigned) for annual events
Responsibilities include event planning timelines and logistics
Staff and volunteer coordination
Vendor and facility coordination
Event setup, execution, and breakdown
Post-event evaluation and reporting
Assist with recruitment, training, scheduling, and supervision of part-time staff and volunteers
Provide consistent on-site leadership during programs and events
Support staff accountability while modeling professionalism and YMCA values
Assist with conflict resolution involving staff, parents, participants, or members
Assist with program registration support and reporting
Maintain accurate records related to programs, staffing, and events
Support budget awareness, expense tracking, and inventory management
Collaborate across program departments to ensure smooth operations (School Age Care, Aquatics, Membership, Sports)
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience working in youth sports, camps, or recreation programs
Demonstrated ability to supervise staff and volunteers
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and special events as required
Preferred
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Recreation, Sports Management, Education, or related field
YMCA or nonprofit recreation experience
Experience managing seasonal or high-volume programs
CPR/AED/First Aid certification (or ability to obtain)
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.
Founded in 1844
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
2025-09-19
2025-03-30
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