Senior Director, Athletics & Aquatics Programs

92nd Street Y; New York (NY); On-site; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The 92nd Street Y in New York, NY seeks a Senior Director, May Center Programming to provide strategic leadership and financial oversight for Athletics and Aquatics. You will guide Center Heads, align multi-department initiatives, and drive enrollment and program excellence while maintaining safety and inclusion.

Responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis; mentoring senior staff; and partnering with executives to plan growth, set standards, and ensure operational

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience, preferably in athletics, aquatics, youth development, or community-based programming.
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis.
• Exceptional organizational and strategic planning skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Calm, solutions-oriented leader who maintains professionalism under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a commitment to building positive relationships with staff, participants, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for May Center Athletics and Aquatics.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance for divisions.
• Develop leadership capability by mentoring Center Heads and senior staff.
• Drive enrollment growth, program development, and participant experience.
• Ensure safety, risk management, and regulatory compliance across programs.
• Collaborate with Executive Director and other senior leaders for cross-department integration.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial management

People management

Program development

Risk management

Communication

Operations management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Job description

The 92nd Street Y in New York, NY seeks a Senior Director, May Center Programming to provide strategic leadership and financial oversight for Athletics and Aquatics. You will guide Center Heads, align multi-department initiatives, and drive enrollment and program excellence while maintaining safety and inclusion.

Responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis; mentoring senior staff; and partnering with executives to plan growth, set standards, and ensure operational