Senior Program Director (Full-Time) - Mt. Madonna

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Senior Program Director is responsible for implementing the Y mission, strategic goals, key initiatives and core values. This involves all aspects of developing and delivering a quality member experience through direct oversight of youth and teen programs, health and wellness program areas, and member engagement . This position plays an integral role helping to manage the Mt. Madonna Branch at the Centennial Recreation Center in partnership with the City of Morgan Hill. As a member of the Mt Madonna leadership team the Senior Program Director plays a pivotal role in the administration, finances, and fundraising for the Mt. Madonna YMCA.

SALARY RANGE: $90,000 - $93,000/ Annual

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs all personnel and volunteers within scope of position description as needed. Reviews and evaluates staff performance. Develops strategies to coach and motivate staff to develop & improve their job skills and achieve goals.
• Responsible for developing and managing health and wellness and teen center budget to meet fiscal objectives.
• Works collaboratively with City of Morgan Hill partners to ensure high quality customer service and member experience
• Ensures records of staff certifications are current and complete
• Develops and Promotes fee-based and family membership benefit programs and works to ensure enrollment objectives are met. Ensures programs are of highest quality at all times.
• Manages and tracks monthly program and member statistics
• Responsible for increasing and improving member retention strategies
• Participates in the annual campaign
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Directly supervise a full-time Program Director, Lead Staff for the Teen Center, and Kids Club, providing guidance and support to ensure effective program delivery.
• Foster a collaborative and positive work environment that encourages professional growth and teamwork.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate health and wellness programs tailored to meet the needs of the community.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of children in the Kids Club and Teen Center through comprehensive programming and risk management strategies.
• Design and manage a robust volunteer program aimed at enhancing retention and engagement within the community.
• Recruit, train, and support volunteers to maximize their impact and contributions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Visual and auditory ability to observe and to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency situation; Ability to lead and interact in group activities and perform related physical skills; Ability to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch. Ability to climb, push, and pull; Ability to lift and carry objects up to 20 pounds.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A preferred Bachelor's degree in Health and Wellness, Recreation Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience in program management and staff supervision within a health and wellness or recreational setting.
• Strong understanding of youth programming, safety standards, and best practices in volunteer management.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Passion for health and wellness and a commitment to fostering a positive community environment.
• Ability to develop and grow fee-based programs.

 

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Team Leader):

Change Leadership: Facilitates, co-creates, and implements equitable change for the good of the organization and/or community.

Engaging Community: Builds bridges with others in the community to ensure the Y's work is community-focused and welcoming of all, providing community benefit.

Philanthropy: Secures resources and support to advance the Y's work.

Volunteerism: Engages volunteers and promotes social responsibility at all levels of the organization.

Collaboration: Creates sustainable relationships within the Y and with other organizations in service to the community.