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Director of Programs Jobs in Bloomsburg, PA at Bloomsburg YMCA
Title: Director of Programs
Company: Bloomsburg YMCA
Location: Bloomsburg, PA
Under the direction of the Chief Executive Officer, the Director of Programs will manage and oversee all youth and adult programs of the Bloomsburg Area YMCA, excluding childcare, in accordance with the mission, goals, and policies of the association. This includes leadership of youth physical and non-physical programs (youth sports, STEM, teen programs, enrichment) our signature adaptive recreation program and adult programming (group exercise, wellness initiatives, and chronic disease prevention programs). The Director will ensure quality programming, community impact, and financial sustainability.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The Director of Programs must understand and be committed to the YMCA mission and its program operating principles. The Director should understand the basic concepts and work of a volunteer-led organization, particularly the YMCA as a partnership between volunteers and staff.
The position requires a BS/BA degree in Recreation, Sports Management, Public Health, Education, or a related field, or equivalent experience. The Director must possess strong communication and leadership skills, demonstrate experience in youth and adult program development, and have the ability to plan, implement, and market new initiatives.
The candidate must have strong organizational and financial management skills, including experience developing and managing budgets in collaboration with finance staff. The Director must be able to supervise staff and volunteers across multiple program areas, support community partnerships, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
PRINCIPLE ACTIVITIES:
- Participates in program and branch leadership meetings
- Develops, implements, and evaluates all youth and adult programs, including sports, enrichment (STEM, arts, leadership), teen initiatives, group exercise, wellness challenges, and chronic disease prevention programs
- Collaborates with the Director of Finance to develop and manage annual program budgets; ensures programs operate within budget and meet revenue goals
- Recruits, hires, trains, schedules, and supervises program staff and volunteers across all program areas
- Conducts staff evaluations and makes compensation recommendations within policy guidelines
- Maintains accurate program records, attendance reports, and conducts program evaluations regularly
- Develops and executes program marketing strategies in coordination with membership and marketing staff
- Organizes, promotes, and delivers high-quality youth and adult programs aligned with community needs
- Oversees scheduling, safety procedures, and effective use of program facilities and equipment
- Provides regular written and verbal reports on program performance to the CEO and program committees
- Develops new programs and initiatives within budgetary guidelines to expand YMCA reach and impact
- Builds and maintains relationships with community organizations, schools, healthcare providers, and partner agencies
- Participates in YMCA special events and supports association-wide initiatives
- Assists in ensuring facilities, equipment, and program areas are safe, clean, and well-maintained in coordination with property staff
- Supports member engagement efforts including tours, program promotion, and retention strategies
- Ensures all programs comply with YMCA mission, policies, and risk management standards
- Other duties as assigned by the CEO
