Program Director - Sports & Family Activities Job at Akron Area YMCA

Akron Area YMCA Akron, OH

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. This position will be responsible for overseeing several program departments and activities as it relates to overall program development, and planning and implementing program in accordance with the goals, policies and philosophy of the YMCA. This position will be responsible for establishing standards to create a positive program experience from the point of entry to the program experience.

OUR CULTURE:
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Plan, initiate, coordinate, teach and deliver programs to preschool, youths, teens, families and adults year round including summer day camps

2. Assist with YMCA Healthy Kids Day and other miscellaneous special events and community events

3. Recruit, train, and supervise appropriate staff and work with program volunteers for the execution of programs

4. Develop a positive public relations image for the YMCA in the Y's service area

5. Develop strong volunteer, parent, and community participation/involvement with programs.

6. Prepare, develop and control departmental budgets

7. In conjunction with the staff team, put together schedules and necessary data for program brochures, newsletters and other promotions materials

8. Implement processes that result in high customer satisfaction and professionalism amongst program staff

9. Participate in leadership and focus group meetings, association events and Annual Campaign

10. Purchase equipment, supplies, working with the budget provided

11. Develop a personal growth program through participation in cluster and field activities

12. Serves on Director on Duty rotation

13. Continue to develop City and Schools partnerships to provide programming.

14. Other duties as assigned

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

· Program/Project Management: Translates organizational goals into executable plans with accountable staff and volunteers by defining tasks, milestones, and priorities for programs or projects. Follows fidelity, quality, and evidence-0based standards of programs, projects or organization. Follows through on commitments with appropriate sense of urgency.

· Engaging Community: Ensures programs and services meet community needs. Ensures a level of service and engagement that fosters loyalty among those we serve. Intentionally fosters a cause-centered culture that is welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing and determined.

· Communication & Influence: Writes clearly and concisely, using correct grammar, vocabulary, and appropriate tone for the message or audience. Speaks in a clear articulate manner. Maintains regular, clear, and concise communication within area of responsibility.

· Developing Self & Others: Recruits and hires Diverse staff and volunteers across multiple dimensions of diversity. Onboards and develops staff and volunteers for success. Provides staff and volunteers with the support, time tools, and resources necessary. Addresses sensitive issues, inappropriate behavior or performance concerns to help others grow.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· The preferred candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree and / or experience in a related field and at least 2 years of proven customer service experience.

· Experience supervising others and a commitment to the YMCA Character Values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility, and Faith.

· Must possess comprehensive computer skills

· Ability to hire, train and supervise all ages of staff

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

· Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) for long periods of time.

· Exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.

· Must be able to lift and/or assist children up to 50 pounds in weight.

· Position may require bending, leaning, kneeling, and walking.

· Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate with groups and individuals

· Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency

· Ability to view/enter data and use a computer for long periods of time.

· Ability to think in abstract, problem solve, remember and reconstruct

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $38,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: One location




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