Youth Development Director

Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Youth Development Director provides leadership and management of child development, summer camp, teen and family programming within the Family Center. The Youth Development Director manages member participation and retention through the development and execution of youth development programs to achieve strategic goals and provide outstanding customer service to all members.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required; sports management, recreation management, physical education or related field of study preferred.
• Minimum 1-3 years of progressively responsible experience in child development, teen, and summer camp programming preferred.
• Minimum 1-3 years of progressively responsible experience in staff supervision and leadership preferred.
• YMCA sports, youth development, or operations experience required.
• Knowledge of rules and regulations of each program offered to members and program participants.
• Microsoft Office proficiency required
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications required.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with diverse populations and all levels of management, employees, volunteers and members.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, as well as critical thinking ability.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work in a fast-paced multi-priority environment.
• Must be self-directed and able to work effectively and independently with little supervision.