The Valley of the Sun YMCA is one of the top 50 YMCA associations in the United States that has transformed its culture, vision and operations. With 15 branches in Phoenix, Yuma and Flagstaff along with a thriving overnight camp in Prescott. We are fast growing as a cause-driven organization that is focused on improving the nation's health and well-being and providing opportunities to give back and support our neighbors. If you share a commitment to being a part of a greater movement then a career with the YMCA is for you.

1. RESPONSIBILITIES OF A LEARNING CENTER DIRECTOR:

RELATIONSHIP-BUILDING & ENGAGEMENT

• Work collaboratively with the VP of Leadership development and other YMCAs in our region to cultivate and maintain relationships with YMCA leaders within our Learning Center Region, Alliances and with other Learning Centers nationally.
• Demonstrated commitment to work collaboratively with Y-USA
• Demonstrated commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and an ability to apply the lens to the work.

LEARNING EXPERIENCES

• This position requires travel throughout the 8 states of the Mountain Region Learning Center (Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Utah, Montana, New Mexico, Nevada and Wyoming and occasional travel to YMCA of the USA meetings.
• Support the work in national needs assessment and prioritization of highest need classes.
• Planning and delivery of in-person regional training for the highest prioritized class in collaboration with all other regions. Implementation includes the sourcing of locations, identification of staff, set up in training/registration system (LCDC), support to trainer and host, and all administrative tasks.
• Working within the learning team at Valley of the Sun YMCA.
• Respond to requests for training support from YMCAs within region.
• Identify, support, and develop trainers and faculty for all courses, support trainer quality through assessment.
• Support local Y implementation of training. Provide guidance, expertise, and support to the execution of local training including an understanding of systems and available learning.
• Support and host national cohort programs such as P&P; Regional EMLE, Branch Executive Bootcamp.
• Provide consultation and support for program and certification (Health/Wellness, Aquatics and Leadership)
• Work collaboratively with VP of Leadership Development to work with Y-USA and practice leads to meet needs.

Administration

• Attend onboarding sessions and meetings focused on continuous improvement.
• Oversee coordination of the contract budget
• Join VP of Leadership Development on monthly Learning Center Leads meeting.
• Adhere to all reporting and information requests.
• Follow procedures associated with assessment, planning, tracking and evaluation.
• Collaborate with VP to disseminate Learning Center communications and newsletter.
• Participate in planning local and regional event calendar.
• Special projects as assigned.
• Support in MOYP (YMCA of the USA annual report process)
• Support in implementation and administration of VOS Learning Management system.

SKILLS

• Continuously evaluate procedure to optimize results and maximum impact while maintaining affordable training for the region.
• Able to stay on task with relatively little supervision.
• Ability to hold a high level of confidentiality.
• Ability to travel to be on-site management when needed.
• Ability to relate and work effectively with diverse groups of people from all segments of the community.
• Ability to lead with influence.

OTHER

• Participates in Valley of the Sun YMCA training planning and support.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

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

REQUIREMENTS TO BE A LEARNING CENTER DIRECTOR:

• College degree preferred.
• Certification as a Y-USA Team Leader or in progress.
• The ability to travel to deliver and/or manage on-site training where applicable.
• Technologically savvy in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet and learning new applications. The ability to quickly master technology tools and various complex software applications is a plus.
• Experience in Y-USA Learning & Career Development Center, Virtual presentation platforms (Zoom, Teams) and/or Learning Management Systems or related experience in HR and/or learning and training is a plus.
• Strong team player, with the ability to be flexible and service oriented toward partnering with the region.
• Strong interpersonal skills, project management expertise, time management and organization skills.
• Excellent oral/written skills
• Certification as a Y-USA trainer is preferred.
• Experience in the Y network and the service delivery system is a plus.
• Flexibility with days and hours as training events might dictate.

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.