Early Childhood Program Director - Edward Jones Ymca

• Directs and supervises program activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives.

• Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs staff and volunteers as needed. Reviews and evaluates staff performance. Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.

• Establishes new program activities and expands program within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans.

• Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information, may organize and schedule program registrations. May review and process program scholarship applications.

• Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations.

• Develops and monitors program budget to meet fiscal objectives.

• Coordinates use of facilities for program activities and events.

• Assists in YMCA fundraising activities and special events.

• Models relationship-building skills in all interactions. Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints in timely manner.

• May assist with Program Committee meetings.

• Manages, directs and coordinates child care programs. Ensures high quality programs and implements program enhancements and initiatives.

• Ensure all components of the Child Care & Camp Staff Recruitment & Retention Plan are implemented.

• Develops child care budget utilizing the association budget guidelines. Ensure programs operate within budget and program fees are collected.

• Maintains proper records and files at all times.

• Assures compliance with federal, state and local regulations, including ADA accommodations where appropriate

• Ensures YMCA child care program standards are met and safety procedures followed

• Provides for upkeep and safety of assigned program facilities and equipment. Ensure physical environment supports healthy living.

• Develops and maintains positive, genuine relationships with state authorities, school administration, families and community agencies.

• Participates as an active member of the Program Management Teams

• Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information.

• Compiles program statistics. Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in program.

• Performs all other duties as assigned.

The YMCA Welcomes a Diverse Workforce

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

The Gateway Region YMCA strictly follows a zero tolerance policy regarding child abuse.

• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent.

• One to two years related experience preferred.

• Must be 21 years of age.

• Completion of YMCA program-specific certifications.

• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.

Full Compensation Package (when applicable):

• Health Insurance

• Dental and Vision Insurance

• 403(b) Retirement Savings

• Retirement fund of 12% per pay period after 2 years of full time employment

• 20% Discount on tuition at Missouri Baptist University

• Free household membership to YMCA nationwide

• Discounts on YMCA programs

• Discounts on YMCA Childcare