Director of Membership & Program Growth

YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metro Area; Fenton (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

403(b) Retirement Savings

Retirement fund of 12% per pay period

20% Discount on tuition at Missouri MB

Free household membership to YMCA

Job summary

The Gateway Region YMCA, based in the St. Louis metropolitan area, seeks a Full-Time Exempt Program Manager overseeing YMCA programs. The role emphasizes growth, compliance, budgeting, and staff leadership within a diverse community.

The organization values safety, inclusion, and strategic impact. Qualified candidates will have a 4-year degree, 4+ years in program management, and experience directing volunteers and budgets.

Qualifications

• Requires 4+ years of program management experience, preferably in a YMCA or nonprofit.
• Ability to direct programs through supervision of volunteers and staff, development and monitoring of budgets, marketing and public relations, program development and fundraising.
• Prefer knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations.
• Proven track record of developing authentic and deepened relationships with others.
• Ability to establish and maintain collaborations with community organizations.
• YMCA Team Leader or Multi-team/Branch Leader certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and manages operating plans to promote program and/or membership growth for the YMCA.
• Assures compliance with state and local regulations. Ensures that program standards are met and safety procedures are followed.
• Develops and controls department budgets related to the position so that resources are devoted to top priorities and strategic objectives.
• Uses data to analyze financial trends and forecast future financial progress for the organization.
• Hires, trains, and supervises staff and volunteers in assigned areas. Organizes people and activities for efficiencies and effectiveness.
• Ensures high quality member-focused programs through innovative program development, demonstrating courageous and intelligent risk taking with awareness of societal, economic, and political issues and their impact on the strategic direction of the organization.
• Rewards and recognizes new and relevant ideas and approaches even if not successful.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Program management

Staff supervision

Budget management

Fundraising

Community partnerships

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services, social services, recreation, business or equivalent

Job description

The Gateway Region YMCA, based in the St. Louis metropolitan area, seeks a Full-Time Exempt Program Manager overseeing YMCA programs. The role emphasizes growth, compliance, budgeting, and staff leadership within a diverse community.

The organization values safety, inclusion, and strategic impact. Qualified candidates will have a 4-year degree, 4+ years in program management, and experience directing volunteers and budgets.