Greater Austin YMCA - Youth Development Director
Position Title: Youth Development Director
Organizational Description:
The Greater Austin YMCA is a nonprofit community enterprise with a vision to cultivate thriving communities across Central Texas where every person benefits from an empowered and well-educated childhood, equitable access to opportunities, resulting in an elevated quality of life and the promise of a sustainable future. Founded in 1953 and anchored in three Central Texas counties, the Y has served close to 500,000 people and provided more than $30M in financial assistance and program subsidies over the past 10 years. We operate 8 community centers and Camp Moody along with 6 early childhood education centers, 60 afterschool programs on school campuses in four districts, and 20 summer camps, with 1500 staff team members, 1000 volunteers, and a $47M annual operating budget.
Position Summary:
Under the direction of the Senior Youth Development Director, the Youth Development Director is responsible for the organization, delivery, and quality of YMCA programs (afterschool & camp) to Y members, program participants, and the community. This position works independently, under general direction, and is expected to determine how to accomplish tasks. The Youth Development Director position includes, but is not limited to, developing relationships with principals, parents, part-time staff, and program participants; ensuring proper delivery of the daily curriculum; monitoring, evaluating, and improving program delivery; hiring and training; establishing collaborative partners; marketing and promoting Y programs; and working collaboratively with colleagues to accomplish collective goals. Responsible for the daily program operations, including staff & participant experience, training, hiring, evaluations, communication, and all related and required paperwork.
You will also support the enterprise’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) and the core character values of the YMCA. Reporting directly to the Senior Youth Development Director you will partner closely with other senior leaders throughout the enterprise to achieve outcomes.
Responsibilities:
Program Operations (60%)
Oversees daily program operations in at least 5 childcare sites, ensuring that staff adhere to and exceed all state, local, and Y health and safety regulations through daily monitoring of programs;
Continuous focus on evaluating the quality of each assigned program; ensuring proper delivery of the curriculum; identifying opportunities for program improvement and staff development;
Research, schedule, and communicate camp field trips, as assigned;
Ensures new staff have the necessary support, guidance, and mentoring to fulfill their job responsibilities;
Proactively identify opportunities to enhance employee development and staff retention;
Monitor and approve weekly schedules and payroll in adherence with program budgets;
Participates in the development and delivery of staff training; this includes classroom and virtual presentations;
Serves as a professional and engaging representative of the Y; establishes, develops, and maintains positive relationships with principals, parents, staff, program participants, and licensing representatives;
Work collaboratively with colleagues to accomplish collective goals; addresses and resolves concerns, providing follow up, documentation and training as needed;
Responsible for ensuring that all program-related paperwork is current, accurate, and submitted in a timely fashion;
Adhere to policies and procedures in a pro-active manner, making the safety and care of children your primary focus;
Actively participate in all aspects of staff development, including team meetings, pre-service trainings, and at least an additional 15 hours of training during the school year;
Assist in special projects and activities as required by supervisor;
Completes other duties as assigned.
Performance Achievement & Results (40%)
Hold the team accountable for achieving at high levels to meet strategic goals and objectives.
Model inclusive leadership behaviors and embraces all dimensions of diversity – building strong teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to our mission.
Responsible for hiring, coaching, and managing all direct reports and ensuring alignment with association people practices for all positions within their organizational structure.
Conduct Quarterly Check-ins and the Annual Check-In with direct reports to ensure progress with OKRs, provide ongoing coaching and feedback, and discuss development opportunities.
Implement a goal-based leadership approach (OKR methodology) and ensure the development department is actively working towards supporting organizational level objectives and key results.
Qualifications and Skills:
Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university is required. A focus on recreation management, education, child development, or related field is preferred.
Experience - Professional childcare experience, including experience supervising others. Previous YMCA experience strongly preferred.
Language Skills - Bilingual (Spanish/English) strongly preferred
Certifications:
The position requires Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) (formerly overseen by TDFPS) Program Director certification. Must be or have the ability to become certified according to HHSC standards.
Current CPR and First Aid certification or become certified upon hire.
Required to complete the following online training upon hire: Before & After School Program, Child Abuse Prevention, Appropriate Touch, Bloodborne Pathogens, Foundations of Listen First, and Intro to Cause and Culture.
You’re a Cause-Driven Leader – You are effective at:
Advancing our mission and cause – providing visionary leadership to ensure resources are mobilized to adapt to new challenges and needs in the community
Building relationships – connecting people to the Y’s cause by developing inclusive relationships, partnerships, and collaborations to co-create solutions to pressing social needs
Leading operations – ensuring relevance, effectiveness, and sustainability of the organization so we can continue to fulfill our promise to the community
Developing and inspiring people – supporting the holistic development of self and others so everyone can embrace the Y’s cause, sustain our culture, and inspire others to action
You build effective teams – building strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals.
You foster a culture of inclusion and belonging - You leverage people’s differences as strengths.
You're organized & productive – You are a master at planning your day and not letting distractions come in between meeting your goals.
You are action-oriented and focus on results. You easily take on new opportunities and challenges with a sense of urgency and a solutions-oriented mindset. You have a record of consistently achieving results. You demonstrate resiliency – rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.
You collaborate – building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. You communicate effectively – developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, talk, and occasionally lift and/or move items, including equipment, furniture, and/or children. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Compensation and Benefits:
Our mission isn't just a statement--it's a guiding force that shapes our actions every day. Rooted in our unwavering commitment to serving our community and esteemed team members, our mission is a true way of life. We're passionate about fostering health and wellness for all, and we're truly excited to introduce the following comprehensive benefits package that has been thoughtfully designed to prioritize your well-being.
Health Insurance: We provide comprehensive health coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, to ensure the well-being of our employees.
Retirement Savings Plan: We offer a 12% employer-funded retirement plan upon meeting eligibility, empowering employees to plan for their future.
Paid Time Off: Work-life integration is important to us, which is why we provide up to 48 days of paid time off over vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
Additional Perks: Free household membership to facilities operated by the Greater Austin YMCA, which is worth $1,000 annually.
Pay Range
$51,000 - $55,000
How to Apply: https://recruiting.adp.com/srccar/public/nghome.guid?c=2192531&d=GreaterAustinY&prc=RMPOD4&r=5001040642600
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
