YMCA of Southwest Florida is hiring a Program Director

The YMCA of Southwest Florida is hiring a Program Director responsible for developing, organizing, and implementing high-quality community programs. This role oversees Sports, Afterschool, and Summer Camp programs across Desoto County.

What You'll Do

• Direct and supervise program activities for Youth & Adult Sports, Day Camp, and Before & After School programs.
• Recruit, train, develop, schedule, and direct personnel and volunteers.
• Review and evaluate staff performance, developing strategies to motivate and achieve goals.
• Establish new program activities and expand program reach within the community.
• Assist in marketing and distributing program information.
• Organize program registrations and assist with processing scholarship applications.
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community organizations.
• Develop and monitor the program budget to meet fiscal objectives.
• Coordinate use of facilities for program activities and events.
• Assist in YMCA fundraising activities and special events.
• Respond to all member and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
• Assist with Program Committee meetings.
• Compile program statistics and evaluate program effectiveness and participation.
• Organize and oversee program activities and events.
• Recruit, coordinate, and ensure screening for volunteers from the local community.
• Coordinate and monitor teen summer camps.
• Organize and conduct Leaders Club/Leadership High School activities and events.
• Secure facilities for program activities and events.
• Facilitate participation in community events, expos, and open houses to increase program awareness.
• Uphold all staff safety requirements, including cleaning protocols throughout the day.

What We're Looking For

• Successful completion of a State of Florida Criminal History Background Check.
• Meet the Association’s policies on background screening.
• Employment is contingent upon completing a required Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.
• CPR and First Aid Certifications are required.
• Annual completion of YMCA’s Blood Borne Pathogens training.
• Annual completion of YMCA of the USA Child Abuse and Neglect class.
• Completion of YMCA program-specific certifications.
• Compliance with Staff Safety Requirements and Cleaning Protocols.
• On-site attendance is required.

Nice to Have

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent.
• YUSA Team Leader Certification.
• One to two years of related experience.

Work Mode

This is an onsite position located in Desoto County, Florida.

The YMCA of Southwest Florida is an equal opportunity employer.