ChildWatch Program Director

YMCA of the USA; Cedar Park (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Central Texas is seeking a Program Director to oversee the ChildWatch department at the Twin Lakes Family YMCA in Cedar Park, TX. Under the direction of the Twin Lakes Associate Executive Director, you will ensure program quality, safety, and effective communication with branch leadership and marketing.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, managing budgets, coordinating events and fundraising activities such as the Annual Giving campaign, and promoting YMCA programs across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience preferred
• Highly motivated, organized, personable, enthusiastic displaying leadership abilities
• Experience in supervising or directing programs as a program and/or center director preferred
• YMCA Team Leader or Multi-Team/Branch Leader certification preferred
• Are adaptable, flexible, and enjoy variety in your work environment including periodic weekends and non-business hour workdays
• Serve as a leader in the Annual Giving campaign and other fundraising initiatives
• Model the YMCA core values: Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility; implement character development and the YMCA core values in all programs and all aspects of Center operations

Responsibilities

• ChildWatch and birthday party program oversight
• Staff supervision, hiring, training, coaching, and ensuring safe operations
• Working with Core Groups to determine best practices and ensure standards are met
• Managing balanced budgets and planned program growth
• Supporting branch special events, newsletter submissions, and association marketing initiatives
• Cross-promoting YMCA programs and events between departments and branches
• Director on Duty responsibilities as assigned
• Supporting Strong Kids Campaign and fundraising initiatives
• Staff training and leadership development

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Fundraising

Program management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

The YMCA of Central Texas is seeking a Program Director to oversee ChildWatch in Cedar Park, TX at the Twin Lakes Family YMCA. Under the direction of the Twin Lakes Family YMCA Associate Executive Director, the Program Director will oversee the success of the Twin Lakes Family YMCA Childwatch Department, Campus Birthday Parties, and Branch communications with marketing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience preferred
• Highly motivated, organized, personable, enthusiastic displaying leadership abilities
• Experience in supervising or directing programs as a program and/or center director preferred
• YMCA Team Leader or Multi-Team/Branch Leader certification preferred
• Are adaptable, flexible, and enjoy variety in your work environment including periodic weekends and non-business hour workdays
• Serve as a leader in the Annual Giving campaign and other fundraising initiatives
• Model the YMCA core values: Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility; implement character development and the YMCA core values in all programs and all aspects of Center operations
• References, criminal history background check, Sex Offender Registry check, pre-employment drug screen, and pre hire training are required of all hired applicants

Essential Functions

• ChildWatch and birthday party program oversight
• Staff supervision, hiring, training, coaching, and ensuring safe operations
• Working with Core Groups to determine best practices and ensure standards are met
• Managing balanced budgets and planned program growth
• Supporting branch special events, newsletter submissions, and association marketing initiatives
• Cross-promoting YMCA programs and events between departments and branches
• Director on Duty responsibilities as assigned
• Supporting Strong Kids Campaign and fundraising initiatives
• Staff training and leadership development