Senior Youth Development Director, Programs Lead

YMCA; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA seeks a Senior Youth Development Director to lead the Out-of-School Time department, overseeing program portfolios, grant initiatives, and community partnerships. You will manage licensed childcare directors, ensure compliance, and drive program quality and measurable outcomes for youth and families.

Applicants should have a relevant master's degree, 5+ years of leadership in youth development or nonprofit settings, and strong collaboration with school districts and agencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Master's Degree in Education or related field preferred.
• Five years of progressively responsible leadership experience in youth development or nonprofit settings.
• Three years supervising managers or licensed program directors.
• Experience managing grant-funded programs and reporting requirements preferred.
• Experience working with school districts, government agencies, and community partners preferred.
• Financial acumen to interpret key financial indicators for business decisions.
• Organizational savvy to navigate policy and people dynamics.
• Ability to hold self and others accountable to commitments.
• Strong collaboration to meet shared objectives.
• Clear communication across audiences in written and verbal form.
• Fosters belonging and inclusive teamwork.
• Problem-solving with proactive action.
• Plan and align work with organizational goals.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the Out-of-School Time department and oversee multiple program portfolios and partnerships.
• Lead licensed childcare directors and ensure operational excellence and grant/regulatory compliance.
• Serve as primary liaison for school districts, funding agencies, and community partners to expand impact.
• Drive program quality and measurable outcomes for youth and families.
• Manage budgeting, reporting, and accountability across programs.

Skills

Leadership

Grant management

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Strategic planning

Financial acumen

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree in Education/Leadership

Job description

The YMCA seeks a Senior Youth Development Director to lead the Out-of-School Time department, overseeing program portfolios, grant initiatives, and community partnerships. You will manage licensed childcare directors, ensure compliance, and drive program quality and measurable outcomes for youth and families.

Applicants should have a relevant master's degree, 5+ years of leadership in youth development or nonprofit settings, and strong collaboration with school districts and agencies.