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Program Director, Sports and Day Camp
Ymcafw, Fort Worth, Texas, United States, 76102
Northwest YMCA, Fort Worth, Texas, United States of America
Job Description
Posted Friday, May 31, 2024 at 5:00 AM | Expires Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 4:59 AM YMCA of Metropolitan Fort Worth Employment Application This position of Program Director requires strong leadership and organizational skills; an understanding of programs, services and relationships needed to meet the needs of a growing and diverse community; and a commitment to use a broad array of traditional and modern communication channels to effectively present the values, priorities and work of the Northwest YMCA. JOB DESCRIPTION The YMCA of Metropolitan Fort Worth impacts lives every day. We are a leading non-profit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Program Director directs and oversees youth development programs, which includes, but is not limited to youth sports and wellness, recreation and enrichment, and summer day camp. This position will lead and develop a dynamic team of youth development professionals, playing a key role in ensuring planning and implementation of developmentally appropriate activities and lesson plans are provided to participants. You will lead a safe, high-quality youth and family department and supervise and evaluate staff and volunteers, including hiring and training, maintaining required staff/child ratios and conducting regular staff meetings. This role plays an important part of helping maintain professional relationships with families, facility personnel, and the community. Our Summer Day Camp serves 200 campers a day at three different camp locations, with a team of 40+ staff members. Our Youth Sports program served 1,500 youth last year with a team of 15+ staff members. Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. It's who we are, who we aspire to be and how we show up every day. We are cause-driven. We don't just show up, we show up with purpose. As a cause driven leader you are expected to be: Welcoming - Accept neighbors eagerly, warmly, hospitably, and as equal participants. Nurturing - To care for, support, and help develop through encouragement. Hopeful - Take an optimistic or positive view of future outcomes. Determined - To devote full strength and concentrated attention to the cause. Genuine - To be honest and open in relationships with others. We act intentionally to connect people to our cause. Join us and help transform lives! EDUCATION Bachelor's Degree in related field or equivalent work experience (or currently enrolled in a Bachelor's Program). One to two years of previous experience in a supervisory role preferred. Must have or be able to obtain child day care license with the State of Texas. EXPERIENCE & BACKGROUND High energy, positive, 'can-do' attitude, flexibility, attention to detail, and a high degree of initiative will help this candidate be successful. The ability to direct programs through leading both staff and volunteers, developing and monitoring budgets, developing and marketing programs and bringing enthusiasm and a passion for fundraising. This leader will also need the ability to connect and relate with diverse groups of people at all levels of the organization. A proven track record in building authentic relationships with others and the ability to establish and maintain collaborations with community organizations. Bilingual English/Spanish would be a plus. AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Directs and manages the development, operations, and growth of assigned program areas. Develops and manages the budgets related to the position. Meets fiscal objectives. Closely monitors revenue and expense. Recruits, hires, trains, evaluates, and supervises assigned staff and volunteers in assigned areas. Compiles program statistics and provides data and reports as required for assigned programs. Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in programs. Provides leadership and support for branch management team, annual fundraising campaign, and volunteer committees as assigned. Develops and maintains relationships with state child care licensing agency, school administration, parent groups and other organizations and agencies related to assigned programs. Responds to all agency, parent and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner. Distributes program information necessary to promote assigned programs in accordance with branch marketing plans. Ensures that safety procedures are followed and that all programs are in compliance with YMCA best practices and any other applicable standards. Secures and schedules athletic fields and facilities. Transports and sets up equipment for games and practices; monitors and purchases necessary sporting equipment as budget permits. Creates teams from paid and financially assisted registrations. Organizes and conducts parent orientation meetings, and training and meetings for coaches. Develops and distributes team uniforms and awards; coordinates and distributes team photographs. Ensures high quality programs through program development evaluations and ongoing training of staff. Ensures upkeep of related facilities and equipment. Assures compliance with federal, state and local regulations as they relate to program areas, including ADA accommodations where appropriate. Ensures that YMCA program standards are met and safety procedures followed. Maintain proper records/department files. Other duties as assigned. MISSION To put Christian principles into practice through programs, services and relationships that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all. AREAS OF IMPACT The YMCA is an organization that serves all people, from all backgrounds and all walks of life. Our purpose is to strengthen community. Our areas of impact include: Youth Development: Empowering young people to reach their full potential. Healthy Living: Improving individual and community well-being. Social Responsibility: Providing support and inspiring action in our communities. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS The YMCA of Metropolitan Fort Worth offers a competitive salary and benefits package for selected candidates. The yearly salary range for this position is $44,000 - $48,000 and will be commensurate with the selected candidates experience. The YMCA provides competitive health, dental, and vision benefits. Long-term disability, a medical and dependent care reimbursement plan, employee assistance plan, free family membership, discounts on Y programs including summer camps, enrichment classes, youth sports, childcare and more! Eligible to enroll in a 403 (b) tax-deferred account at beginning of employment. 12% retirement paid by the YMCA upon meeting eligibility requirements. Paid time off (PTO) based on hours worked and years of service. Training and leadership development opportunities. The candidate must live within the community the Northwest YMCA serves. This job description is not intended to be all inclusive. It is understood that the employee will also perform other reasonable association duties and will be responsible for implementation of the policies, procedures and standards established by the Metropolitan Board, the branch Board of Managers and the Association Leadership. Job descriptions are reviewed periodically and may be revised at the discretion of management. This job description is not a written or implied contract.
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Posted Friday, May 31, 2024 at 5:00 AM | Expires Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 4:59 AM YMCA of Metropolitan Fort Worth Employment Application This position of Program Director requires strong leadership and organizational skills; an understanding of programs, services and relationships needed to meet the needs of a growing and diverse community; and a commitment to use a broad array of traditional and modern communication channels to effectively present the values, priorities and work of the Northwest YMCA. JOB DESCRIPTION The YMCA of Metropolitan Fort Worth impacts lives every day. We are a leading non-profit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Program Director directs and oversees youth development programs, which includes, but is not limited to youth sports and wellness, recreation and enrichment, and summer day camp. This position will lead and develop a dynamic team of youth development professionals, playing a key role in ensuring planning and implementation of developmentally appropriate activities and lesson plans are provided to participants. You will lead a safe, high-quality youth and family department and supervise and evaluate staff and volunteers, including hiring and training, maintaining required staff/child ratios and conducting regular staff meetings. This role plays an important part of helping maintain professional relationships with families, facility personnel, and the community. Our Summer Day Camp serves 200 campers a day at three different camp locations, with a team of 40+ staff members. Our Youth Sports program served 1,500 youth last year with a team of 15+ staff members. Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. It's who we are, who we aspire to be and how we show up every day. We are cause-driven. We don't just show up, we show up with purpose. As a cause driven leader you are expected to be: Welcoming - Accept neighbors eagerly, warmly, hospitably, and as equal participants. Nurturing - To care for, support, and help develop through encouragement. Hopeful - Take an optimistic or positive view of future outcomes. Determined - To devote full strength and concentrated attention to the cause. Genuine - To be honest and open in relationships with others. We act intentionally to connect people to our cause. Join us and help transform lives! EDUCATION Bachelor's Degree in related field or equivalent work experience (or currently enrolled in a Bachelor's Program). One to two years of previous experience in a supervisory role preferred. Must have or be able to obtain child day care license with the State of Texas. EXPERIENCE & BACKGROUND High energy, positive, 'can-do' attitude, flexibility, attention to detail, and a high degree of initiative will help this candidate be successful. The ability to direct programs through leading both staff and volunteers, developing and monitoring budgets, developing and marketing programs and bringing enthusiasm and a passion for fundraising. This leader will also need the ability to connect and relate with diverse groups of people at all levels of the organization. A proven track record in building authentic relationships with others and the ability to establish and maintain collaborations with community organizations. Bilingual English/Spanish would be a plus. AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Directs and manages the development, operations, and growth of assigned program areas. Develops and manages the budgets related to the position. Meets fiscal objectives. Closely monitors revenue and expense. Recruits, hires, trains, evaluates, and supervises assigned staff and volunteers in assigned areas. Compiles program statistics and provides data and reports as required for assigned programs. Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in programs. Provides leadership and support for branch management team, annual fundraising campaign, and volunteer committees as assigned. Develops and maintains relationships with state child care licensing agency, school administration, parent groups and other organizations and agencies related to assigned programs. Responds to all agency, parent and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner. Distributes program information necessary to promote assigned programs in accordance with branch marketing plans. Ensures that safety procedures are followed and that all programs are in compliance with YMCA best practices and any other applicable standards. Secures and schedules athletic fields and facilities. Transports and sets up equipment for games and practices; monitors and purchases necessary sporting equipment as budget permits. Creates teams from paid and financially assisted registrations. Organizes and conducts parent orientation meetings, and training and meetings for coaches. Develops and distributes team uniforms and awards; coordinates and distributes team photographs. Ensures high quality programs through program development evaluations and ongoing training of staff. Ensures upkeep of related facilities and equipment. Assures compliance with federal, state and local regulations as they relate to program areas, including ADA accommodations where appropriate. Ensures that YMCA program standards are met and safety procedures followed. Maintain proper records/department files. Other duties as assigned. MISSION To put Christian principles into practice through programs, services and relationships that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all. AREAS OF IMPACT The YMCA is an organization that serves all people, from all backgrounds and all walks of life. Our purpose is to strengthen community. Our areas of impact include: Youth Development: Empowering young people to reach their full potential. Healthy Living: Improving individual and community well-being. Social Responsibility: Providing support and inspiring action in our communities. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS The YMCA of Metropolitan Fort Worth offers a competitive salary and benefits package for selected candidates. The yearly salary range for this position is $44,000 - $48,000 and will be commensurate with the selected candidates experience. The YMCA provides competitive health, dental, and vision benefits. Long-term disability, a medical and dependent care reimbursement plan, employee assistance plan, free family membership, discounts on Y programs including summer camps, enrichment classes, youth sports, childcare and more! Eligible to enroll in a 403 (b) tax-deferred account at beginning of employment. 12% retirement paid by the YMCA upon meeting eligibility requirements. Paid time off (PTO) based on hours worked and years of service. Training and leadership development opportunities. The candidate must live within the community the Northwest YMCA serves. This job description is not intended to be all inclusive. It is understood that the employee will also perform other reasonable association duties and will be responsible for implementation of the policies, procedures and standards established by the Metropolitan Board, the branch Board of Managers and the Association Leadership. Job descriptions are reviewed periodically and may be revised at the discretion of management. This job description is not a written or implied contract.
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