Before And After School - Program Director

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The Program Director is responsible for developing and administering school age and family programs.  This includes, but is not limited to the YMCA Before & After School Program, special events, and other community-based programs to build relationships and continue program development within the school district the Program Director serves.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops administers and controls the designated budgets, including meeting income targets and expense control, in consultation with the Senior Director.

• Selects, trains and supervises department staff. Evaluates staff performance on an annual basis.

• Shares responsibilities for Before & After School program growth and development.  Evaluates programs and recommend changes based on compatibility with the Center and Association goals.

• Involved with other community groups in identifying and responding to community needs and issues.

REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in child development, early childhood, recreation, elementary education or related field, or its equivalent in related experience.
• Minimum 2-3 years previous professional experience, working with school age children specifically, in YMCA or similar organization. 
• Basic program development skills with special emphasis on school age youth and family activities. 
• Budget management experience. 
• Effective leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• At least 21 years of age.

It is the policy of the YMCA of Greater Indianapolis to provide equal employment opportunity to employees and candidates for employment. Accordingly, there shall be no discrimination against any employee or candidate for employment due to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, age, citizenship, disability or against disabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam era. This policy is applicable to the policies governing recruitment, hiring and placement, promotion, training, compensation, employment environment, and separation or termination.

Compliance with this policy is the personal responsibility of all personnel, especially those whose duties are related to the hiring of new employees and the status or tenure of current employees. Further, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, the company will cooperate fully in the implementation of applicable laws and executive orders.