The New Orleans Jewish Community Center
Senior Director of Youth, Camp, and Talent
The New Orleans Jewish Community Center, Tucson, Arizona, United States, 85718
Senior Director of Youth, Camp, and TalentTucson Jewish Community Center3800 E River RdTucson, AZ 85718The Senior Director of Youth, Camp, and Talent provides vision, leadership, and overall management and oversight of the Children & Youth and Camp departments. These departments function primarily at the main campus of the Tucson J and include a variety of programs. These programs are: Summer and Winter Camp J, J-Care after-school program, School Days Out programs, monthly Parent's Night Out, BBYO, JCC Maccabi, teen and tween programming, birthday parties, private piano lessons, and private tutoring. In addition, this role manages key functions related to Talent and HR.Key aspects of this role includes being present and being a warm and welcoming "face" of the J, ensuring innovative and dynamic programming, and exceeding expectations while meeting the needs of the program participants and their families.A primary function of this and every other job at the "J" is to ensure by whatever rational and legal means necessary that each member, guest and visitor leaves the "J" feeling just a little better than when they arrived.Position Responsibilities:
Responsible for working with the relevant program directors on the development and implementation of department strategy, vision, and goalsResponsible for working with the relevant program directors on creating, implementing, and maintaining department budget including annual budget creation, monthly review and analysis, and reforecastingWill provide direct supervision, coaching, and leadership for the Director of Camping Services, Director of Afterschool Programming, Director of Teen Engagement, and any seasonal leadership and design and ensure effective supervision, training, and development for department staff teamsResponsible for the strategy and initiatives around Pre-K engagement and ECE to Kindergarten retentionWill regularly communicate the Children, Youth, and Camp core purpose and how program goals and initiatives connect to the vision for the department and the mission of the Tucson JCCWill develop an evaluation plan to use data metrics and feedback to ensure program quality, track goals, maintain strategic direction, and continue toward excellenceWill ensure the compliance and maintenance of all State Childcare Licensing, State Department of Developmental Disabilities, and American Camp Association requirements including policies, procedures, records, and documentationWill partner with the Administrative Assistant to oversee new employee orientation, Tarbut 1 st
day training programWill assist in ensuring consistency in job description format and structure across the agencyWill assist in ensuring consistency in interviewing process across the agency including organizing and providing resources and guidanceWill manage the on-boarding and off-boarding process in collaboration with hiring managers, ensuring thoroughness and consistency; this includes conducting exit interviews as part of off-boardingResponsible for conducting employee experience interviews with new employees after their first 60 days of employmentWill oversee employee talent development initiatives including co-managing the online learning platformWill collaborate with Chief Program Officer to redesign performance management process and then manage the performance management process for the agencyWill collaborate with the Marketing and Communications Department to develop a marketing plan for publicity, storytelling, and recruitmentWill collaborate with the Development team to identify external funding opportunities and grantsWill participate as an active member of the Tucson JCC Manhig (Leadership) team and work collaboratively with other JCC departmentsWill attend all staff meetings and events and fulfill other responsibilities as assignedMinimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in related field3+ years of experience directing camps in day or overnight setting, preferably JCC campingAt least 5+ years' supervisory experienceRecord of success in staff on-boarding, training, and developmentStrong organizational and administrative skillsExcellent written and oral communication skillsKnowledge of Jewish culture, traditions, and community$75,000 - $85,000Agency Information:
The Tucson Jewish Community Center is a 110,000-square-feet facility built in 1989. With more than 2,000 families and 5,000 members, the J is open to the Tucson community of all faiths.We offer a robust schedule of events ranging from Arts & Culture to Sports & Wellness to Children & Family. At the J we offer something for everyone from 0 to 99!Our beautiful Foothills location offers the perfect setting for your meeting, wedding, or other special event. Our trained professional will help you with all your rental needs, including catering.If fitness is your main goal, we offer a full fitness facility and more than 100 free weekly classes included in your membership.We are proud to offer a privately funded preschool serving 300 children during the school year from six weeks to pre-K. Additionally, we offer after-school care for elementary-aged children and provide transportation from over 20 schools daily during the school year.Most importantly, we offer a sense of community and acceptance to the entire Tucson community. We invite you to step inside and feel the energy of the J!
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Responsible for working with the relevant program directors on the development and implementation of department strategy, vision, and goalsResponsible for working with the relevant program directors on creating, implementing, and maintaining department budget including annual budget creation, monthly review and analysis, and reforecastingWill provide direct supervision, coaching, and leadership for the Director of Camping Services, Director of Afterschool Programming, Director of Teen Engagement, and any seasonal leadership and design and ensure effective supervision, training, and development for department staff teamsResponsible for the strategy and initiatives around Pre-K engagement and ECE to Kindergarten retentionWill regularly communicate the Children, Youth, and Camp core purpose and how program goals and initiatives connect to the vision for the department and the mission of the Tucson JCCWill develop an evaluation plan to use data metrics and feedback to ensure program quality, track goals, maintain strategic direction, and continue toward excellenceWill ensure the compliance and maintenance of all State Childcare Licensing, State Department of Developmental Disabilities, and American Camp Association requirements including policies, procedures, records, and documentationWill partner with the Administrative Assistant to oversee new employee orientation, Tarbut 1 st
day training programWill assist in ensuring consistency in job description format and structure across the agencyWill assist in ensuring consistency in interviewing process across the agency including organizing and providing resources and guidanceWill manage the on-boarding and off-boarding process in collaboration with hiring managers, ensuring thoroughness and consistency; this includes conducting exit interviews as part of off-boardingResponsible for conducting employee experience interviews with new employees after their first 60 days of employmentWill oversee employee talent development initiatives including co-managing the online learning platformWill collaborate with Chief Program Officer to redesign performance management process and then manage the performance management process for the agencyWill collaborate with the Marketing and Communications Department to develop a marketing plan for publicity, storytelling, and recruitmentWill collaborate with the Development team to identify external funding opportunities and grantsWill participate as an active member of the Tucson JCC Manhig (Leadership) team and work collaboratively with other JCC departmentsWill attend all staff meetings and events and fulfill other responsibilities as assignedMinimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in related field3+ years of experience directing camps in day or overnight setting, preferably JCC campingAt least 5+ years' supervisory experienceRecord of success in staff on-boarding, training, and developmentStrong organizational and administrative skillsExcellent written and oral communication skillsKnowledge of Jewish culture, traditions, and community$75,000 - $85,000Agency Information:
The Tucson Jewish Community Center is a 110,000-square-feet facility built in 1989. With more than 2,000 families and 5,000 members, the J is open to the Tucson community of all faiths.We offer a robust schedule of events ranging from Arts & Culture to Sports & Wellness to Children & Family. At the J we offer something for everyone from 0 to 99!Our beautiful Foothills location offers the perfect setting for your meeting, wedding, or other special event. Our trained professional will help you with all your rental needs, including catering.If fitness is your main goal, we offer a full fitness facility and more than 100 free weekly classes included in your membership.We are proud to offer a privately funded preschool serving 300 children during the school year from six weeks to pre-K. Additionally, we offer after-school care for elementary-aged children and provide transportation from over 20 schools daily during the school year.Most importantly, we offer a sense of community and acceptance to the entire Tucson community. We invite you to step inside and feel the energy of the J!
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