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PROGRAM DIRECTOR II, YOUTH SPORTS & RECREATION

YMCA: YMCA of Greater Seattle

Location: Seattle, WA

Job Description:

Program Director II - Youth Sports and Recreation, Dale Turner Family YMCA

Directs program development, operations and delivery of multiple or Association-wide program area(s) to the membership and community.

KNOW-HOW (ALL PROGRAMS)

• Bachelor's degree in program area or related field or equivalent education/experience.
• Three or more years of related experience including staff and volunteer supervision, community program development, financial management and fund raising.
• Broad knowledge of assigned program areas. Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations. CPR and First Aid certifications required.
• Most positions require skills in child behavior management and child abuse prevention.Most positions require ability to visit sites and community organizations.
• Prefer knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.).
• Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.
• Prefer familiarity with personal computers.
• Additional experience, training and/or certifications may be required depending on program area

CORE COMPETENCIES

Team Leader Level

• Inclusion - Champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives.
• Influence - Empathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and dealing with conflict.
• Decision Making - Provides others with frameworks for making decisions.
• Volunteerism - Provides volunteers with orientation, training, development, and recognition.
• Emotional Maturity - Utilizes non-threatening methods to address sensitive issues and inappropriate behavior or performance.
• Developing Others - Provides staff with feedback, coaching, guidance, and support.

PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES

1. Directs the development and operations of assigned program area(s).
2. Establishes new program activities and expands program(s) within the community in accordance with the Association and branch strategic plans.
3. Develops and manages the budgets related to the position. Meets fiscal objectives. Closely monitors revenue and expense.
4. Recruits, hires, trains, evaluates and supervises assigned staff and volunteers in assigned areas. Provides development and leadership.
5. Compiles program statistics and provides data and reports as required for assigned program(s). Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in program(s).
6. Provides leadership and support for branch management team, annual fund raising campaign, and volunteer committees/boards as assigned.
7. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations and agencies related to assigned programs.
8. Develops, produces and distributes program information necessary to promote assigned programs, in accordance with branch marketing plans.
9. Ensures that safety procedures are followed and that all programs are in compliance with YMCA standards, all regulations and other applicable standards.
10. Ensures high quality programs through innovative program development evaluations and on going training of staff.
11. Ensures upkeep of related facilities and equipment.

EFFECT ON END RESULTS

This position ensures the quality, growth and financial soundness of assigned program area(s).

Notes: Typical budget size: $250,000 - $750,000

Program scope and complexity: Multiple (or a single Association-wide) program area(s)

Supervision: Medium number of staff and/or volunteers

Employees in certain program areas may be encouraged, if otherwise qualified, to become authorized mini-bus drivers. Pre-requisites for becoming an authorized driver include: minimum age of 21, valid driver's license, at least three years of driving experience, and a driving record which meets or exceeds YMCA standards.

Principal activities for authorized mini-bus drivers include:

a) Driving the YMCA mini-bus safely, when required, and including complying with all driver regulations,

b) Performing pre-trip inspections,

c) Ensuring vehicle is clean,

d) Reporting vehicle conditions in need of attention or correction.

Application Details: Please apply online www.seattleymca.org/careers

Come join the YMCA of Greater Seattle where we promote a continuous learning environment and career opportunities. Competitive pay range and excellent benefit package includes free YMCA membership, health, dental, life and disability insurance; 12% retirement fund contribution when eligible. The YMCA of Greater Seattle is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. We are a drug-free workplace.

Salary: $38,688 - $48,360

HOW TO APPLY

Apply Online: http://www.seattleymca.org/Pages/Careers.aspx

Resumes until: 4/12/2013

Contact: Carmen Viola

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