YMCA of Greater Monmouth County
Sports and Youth Enrichment Director - Old Bridge
YMCA of Greater Monmouth County, Old Bridge, New Jersey, us, 08857
OverviewUnder the direction of the Branch Executive Director, the Sports & Youth Enrichment Director position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Sports & Youth Enrichment Director is responsible for providing leadership and direction to branch youth, family, enrichment, sports and camp operations and producing program growth year over year. Enthusiastically represents the YMCA of Greater Monmouth County by displaying a positive attitude, maintaining a high level of energy, and showing commitment to quality throughout all aspects of the job through the four-character values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
Responsibilities
Responsible for the development and operation of programs which enhance the experience of youth,teens, adults, and families, including but not limited to member babysitting (kids club), sports, school’sout programs, enrichment, teen programs, summer camp, birthday parties and special events.
Ensures programs and services meet community needs to include supervising existing programactivities, establishing new programs activities, and expanding the program within the community inaccordance with strategic and operating plans. Assist in the marketing and distribution of programinformation.
Provide leadership in the planning and implementation of assigned branch events such as Healthy KidsDay and other community outreach events.
Recruit and hire diverse staff across multiple dimensions of diversity. Onboard and develop them forsuccess.
Model relationship-building skills in all interactions; Develop and maintain collaborative relationshipswith community organizations. Maintain regular, clear, and concise communication within area ofresponsibility.
Develop philanthropic relationships with members & program users and educate toward our mission.
Visually inspect work areas and equipment for safety and risk; problem solve and report any unsafe orsuspicious activity to supervisor or Manager on Duty. Ensure a safe working environment at all times.
Responsible for filling out accident/incident reports as necessary.
Embrace and adhere to service excellence standards; provide outstanding service to our members and constituents.
Ensure safety standards are met and training standards are kept in compliance for all department staff members.
Represent the YMCA in a professional manner and promote a positive and cheerful environment.
Attend and participate in all required staff meetings and continuing job training.
Operate flexibly within a non-traditional work week that may vary by season according to program and organizational needs.
Qualifications• Associate or bachelor’s degree from credited college or university preferred.• YMCA Team Leader Certification preferred.• Strong verbal and written communication skills and personal values consistent with the YMCA mission.• Minimum 3-5 years of YMCA or youth serving experience.• Must be able to work a flexible schedule. Evenings, weekends and occasional holidays are required.• General office skills and proficiency with Customer Relationship Management systems (Daxko preferred), Microsoft Office programs and the internet.• The incumbent must be able to delegate appropriate responsibilities to the staff in order to accomplish the necessary duties.• Organizational and supervisory skills, a good understanding of administrative procedures and organization, income production, expense control, maintenance of accurate records and computer services.
Responsibilities
Responsible for the development and operation of programs which enhance the experience of youth,teens, adults, and families, including but not limited to member babysitting (kids club), sports, school’sout programs, enrichment, teen programs, summer camp, birthday parties and special events.
Ensures programs and services meet community needs to include supervising existing programactivities, establishing new programs activities, and expanding the program within the community inaccordance with strategic and operating plans. Assist in the marketing and distribution of programinformation.
Provide leadership in the planning and implementation of assigned branch events such as Healthy KidsDay and other community outreach events.
Recruit and hire diverse staff across multiple dimensions of diversity. Onboard and develop them forsuccess.
Model relationship-building skills in all interactions; Develop and maintain collaborative relationshipswith community organizations. Maintain regular, clear, and concise communication within area ofresponsibility.
Develop philanthropic relationships with members & program users and educate toward our mission.
Visually inspect work areas and equipment for safety and risk; problem solve and report any unsafe orsuspicious activity to supervisor or Manager on Duty. Ensure a safe working environment at all times.
Responsible for filling out accident/incident reports as necessary.
Embrace and adhere to service excellence standards; provide outstanding service to our members and constituents.
Ensure safety standards are met and training standards are kept in compliance for all department staff members.
Represent the YMCA in a professional manner and promote a positive and cheerful environment.
Attend and participate in all required staff meetings and continuing job training.
Operate flexibly within a non-traditional work week that may vary by season according to program and organizational needs.
Qualifications• Associate or bachelor’s degree from credited college or university preferred.• YMCA Team Leader Certification preferred.• Strong verbal and written communication skills and personal values consistent with the YMCA mission.• Minimum 3-5 years of YMCA or youth serving experience.• Must be able to work a flexible schedule. Evenings, weekends and occasional holidays are required.• General office skills and proficiency with Customer Relationship Management systems (Daxko preferred), Microsoft Office programs and the internet.• The incumbent must be able to delegate appropriate responsibilities to the staff in order to accomplish the necessary duties.• Organizational and supervisory skills, a good understanding of administrative procedures and organization, income production, expense control, maintenance of accurate records and computer services.