This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Develops, organizes and implements high quality YMCA program(s).

RESPONSIBILITIES OF AN EARLY LEARNING PROGRAM DIRECTOR - COMMUNITY PROGRAMS:

• Oversees the management an early learning center and affiliated programs, including developing and monitoring program operations, curriculum, alignment to high-quality standards and best practices.
• Ensures programs and services meet community needs by maintaining student enrollment and expanding the program within the community as needed. Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information.
• Monitors program deliverables to include the program budget to meet fiscal objectives; compiling program statistics to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of and participation in program; securing and scheduling the needed facilities; and creating and scheduling the classes, activities or events.
• Recruits and hires diverse staff and volunteer teams across multiple dimensions of diversity. Onboards new employees and develops them for success.
• Manages staff members, including full-time employees, monitoring staff schedules, employee payroll, performance and coordinates human resource needs with the Managed Services Organization (MSO).
• Models relationship-building skills in all interactions. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations. Maintains regular, clear, and concise communication within area of responsibility.
• Supports program and staff compliance to all safety standards, adhering to risk management and child abuse prevention policies.
• Maintains all quality and accreditation standards for the center by coaching staff and volunteers, regularly auditing the program and keeping all required documentation up to date.
• Ensures programs and staff adhere to AZ Department of Health Services Childcare Facility Licensing and Department of Economic Services regulations, standards and processes.

• This is not an exhaustive list of job duties. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:

• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience.
• YMCA Leader certification (Team Leader certification preferred)
• Three to four years of experience in leadership in the early learning or related fields
• Minimum age of 21.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.

FULL TIME BENEFITS:

• 12% Employer Funded Retirement Plan (once eligible)
• Free YMCA Family Membership
• Free Programs for dependents
• Health benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid Vacation & Sick Leave (once accrued)
• Professional Development Opportunities & Trainings
• 403b Retirement Savings Account upon hire
• Employee Assistant Program

OUR YMCA CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.