Chief Program Officer

JCC of Binghamton, NY; Town of Vestal (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

JCC of Binghamton, NY is seeking a Chief Program Officer to lead and evolve our core program areas—Early Childhood, Youth & Family, Arts & Culture, and Camp—while guiding a large team of directors and staff. This executive role emphasizes data-driven program improvement and community partnerships to advance our mission.

The CPO will drive strategic planning, ensure compliance, manage multi-department budgets, and work with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional experiences for children,

Qualifications

• Strategic, collaborative, mission-driven leadership.
• Empowering coach who develops leaders and fosters accountability.
• Experience leading multiple departments in nonprofit/educational settings.
• Strong communication and relationship-building across teams and community partners.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for Early Childhood, Youth & Family, Arts & Culture, and Camp programs.
• Lead and develop directors, managers, coordinators, and 100+ staff through coaching and professional development.
• Ensure standards of excellence, licensing, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Strategic leadership

People development

Budget management

Program development

Collaboration

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Chief Program Officer
JCC of Binghamton, NY
500 Clubhouse Rd
Vestal, NY 13850

Chief Program Officer

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer

Direct reports: Early Childhood Director, Youth Director, Camp Director, and Arts & Culture Director

Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Lead Our Next Century

As the Jewish Community Center of Binghamton prepares to celebrate its Centennial Anniversary in 2027, we are seeking an innovative, collaborative, and mission-driven Chief Program Officer (CPO) to help shape our next century of impact. Joining our executive leadership team, you'll provide strategic leadership for our Early Childhood, Youth & Family, Arts & Culture and Camp programs while guiding an exceptional team of directors whose tenure spans one to eighteen years. This is a rare opportunity to build upon a century of service by developing outstanding leaders, driving innovation, strengthening community partnerships, and creating exceptional experiences for children, families, and the broader community. If you're energized by developing people, leading strategy, and leaving a legacy, we invite you to help write the next chapter of the Binghamton JCC.

What you'll do:

Provide strategic leadership for the JCC's core program areas, including Early Childhood, Youth & Family, Arts & Culture, and Camp.

Lead and develop a team of directors, managers, coordinators, and more than 100 part-time staff through coaching, accountability, professional development, and succession planning.

• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, exceptional service, and continuous improvement.
• Monitor financial performance, identify operational efficiencies, and strategically allocate resources to maximize organizational impact.
• Collaborate with Membership, Marketing, Development, Finance, Facilities, Health & Wellness, and other departments to deliver an exceptional member experience and advance organizational priorities.
• Identify opportunities for program growth, increased participation, member engagement, and long-term sustainability.

Program Strategy and Excellence:

Lead the vision, planning, growth, and continuous improvement of programs across the organization.

Partner with directors to identify emerging community needs, develop innovative programming, and ensure a cohesive, mission-driven experience.

Establish standards of excellence while ensuring compliance with licensing, accreditation, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Use data, participant feedback, and performance metrics to evaluate program effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.

Operational & Fiscal Leadership:

Provide strategic oversight of departmental budgets by partnering with directors throughout the budget development and management process.

Ensure fiscal stewardship, organizational alignment, and accountability across program areas.

Organizational Leadership & Community Engagement

Serve as a visible ambassador for the JCC, cultivating partnerships with community organizations, schools, businesses, funders, and key stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications:

Who You Are:

You are a strategic, collaborative, and mission-driven leader who inspires high-performing teams and creates exceptional community experiences.

• You are an empowering coach who develops leaders, fosters accountability and innovation, and builds strong relationships across departments and throughout the community.
• You balance big-picture thinking with operational excellence and approach challenges with confidence, sound judgment, and a solutions-oriented mindset.
• You hold a bachelor's degree (master's degree preferred) in nonprofit management, education, business administration, recreation, or a related field.
• You bring at least seven years of progressive leadership experience overseeing multiple departments or functional areas within a nonprofit, educational, youth development, recreation, or community-based organization.
• You have a proven track record of leading teams, managing budgets, developing impactful programs, and driving organizational results.
• You communicate effectively, build meaningful relationships, and excel at managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• You understand the importance of compliance, safety, and risk management in youth-serving organizations.
• You are passionate about strengthening communities and committed to advancing the mission and values of the Jewish Community Center of Binghamton.
• Exceptional Team: Lead a talented team of directors with tenures ranging from one to eighteen years who are passionate about their work and eager to continue growing together.
• Executive Leadership: Serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, influencing organizational strategy, culture, and long-term success.
• Professional Growth: Invest in your leadership journey through ongoing professional development, networking, and opportunities to drive innovation.
• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package while building a meaningful career with an organization that values its people and mission.

Why Join Us:

Lead with Purpose: Shape the future of one of the region's premier nonprofit organizations and make a lasting impact on children, families, and the broader community.

• Exceptional Team: Lead a talented team of directors with tenures ranging from one to eighteen years who are passionate about their work and eager to continue growing together.
• Executive Leadership: Serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, influencing organizational strategy, culture, and long-term success.
• Professional Growth: Invest in your leadership journey through ongoing professional development, networking, and opportunities to drive innovation.
• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package while building a meaningful career with an organization that values its people and mission.

$85,000 - $95,000

Agency Information:

Since its inception in 1927, the Jewish Community Center (JCC) of Binghamton, NY has grown to become an essential part of the Broome County community. As a full-service, non-profit organization, the JCC provides educational, cultural, recreational, and physical fitness programs to enhance the quality of life for all ages, from infants to senior citizens. As a non-sectarian United Way partner, the Center welcomes participants regardless of age, race, religion, sexual orientation, nationality, or ability to pay.

The JCC's facility houses a natatorium with a 2250 sq. ft. pool, gymnasium, small fitness center, men's and women's health clubs, steam, sauna, a fitness loft with spin bikes and Pilates reformers, stage, auditorium, and more. Over 200 children are served daily at our award-winning Early Childhood Center. Our year-round educational childcare includes UPK, after-school program, summer camp, and youth sports offerings.

Our 60,000 square foot facility sits on 8 acres of land that features outdoor tennis/pickleball and basketball courts, a pavilion, nature preserve, soccer field, and three age-appropriate playground facilities.