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Program Director

Metuchen-Edison YMCA
Metuchen, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 9/19/2025 CLOSED ON 12/16/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Director position at Metuchen-Edison YMCA?


POSITION SUMMARY:      Responsible for the development, organization, implementation and oversight of high-quality programs in the areas and branch locations assigned.  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:   

  • Develop and implement innovative programs, activities and events to meet the needs of the branches, Association and community.
  • Provide leadership to program areas and events assigned to ensure inclusive, robust programming that meets the needs of the community and the Association.
  • Recruit, hire, train, schedule and develops staff to fill the needs of the programs within the culture of the branches and Association.
  • Develop and manage the budget for all areas of responsibility in conjunction with Director of Operations for Branch.
  • Using current data, assess the programs impact and effectiveness.
  • Responsible for program areas being utilized to ensuring they are safe, maintained and suits the needs of the program.
  • Provide leadership within program areas for fundraising and events to support the overall efforts of the association.
  • Work closely with branch staff team to coordinate facility usage.
  • Administrative functions, including but not limited to:   payroll, staff onboarding, incident reports, advertising, department and branch communications.
  • Engage as an active participant and leader in YMCA staff teams as assigned.
  • Direct supervision and leadership of Birthday Parties including hiring, mentoring and scheduling of event staff.
  • Attend Enrichment Quality Team meetings and Branch Staff meetings, as well as lead departmental meetings. 
  • Responsible for all operations, programs, staff and safety of programs during Y hours.
  • Monitoring and purchasing of supplies for department.
  • Ensure program and facility compliance with all state and local regulations.
  • Maintain all records according to local, state and YMCA policy.
  • Ensure staff are adequately training in all safety and emergency procedures and certifications are current.
  • Interact with members, guests and community in a positive, professional manner.
  • All other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • BS/BA degree or equivalent education and experience in related field
  • Program management experience
  • CPR/AED certified
  • Knowledge of MS Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.)
  • Budget development and management experience
  • Exceptional communication and organizational skills, as well as relationship building are key skills needed for success in this position. 
  • Two years' proven supervisory skills or relevant work experience.
  • Previous YMCA experience a plus

PHYSICAL REQURIEMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

Normal amounts of walking, standing, sitting, lifting, pushing, pulling, ability to tolerate outdoor seasonal weather conditions, evening and weekend hours may be required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.



Salary : $45,000 - $53,000

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