Reports To: Director of Operations – Elementary Schools Program

Classification: Exempt

We are seeking a dynamic, outcome driven experienced manager for our available Senior Program Director position with our Elementary School Program. The incumbent will have oversight over multiple elementary school locations and staff within their district. This individual will also be responsible for meeting educational goals, and will collaborate with senior leadership on education initiatives, building and implementing curriculum and staff development.

General Function

Under the direction of the Director of Operations – Elementary Schools Program, the Program Director II provides leadership and management of Elementary Before and/or After School programming and summer camps at multiple school sites. The Program Director II manages development and effective implementation of a full range of programs and planned activities at each site to achieve strategic goals and provide outstanding customer service to all students and parents.

Job Responsibilities

ESTABLISH AND IMPLEMENT A DEPARTMENT PLAN:

• Implement Elementary Before and/or After School programs to promote retention of existing students and engagement of new students. Direct staff to support Elementary Schools program initiatives to achieve retention goals and maintain the requirements of average daily attendance.
• Analyze data, systems and processes to recognize growth and retention opportunities within the Elementary Schools program.
• Ensure proper implementation of schedules and procedures to provide maximum opportunities for student/staff connections while keeping within the mandated ratios. Collaborate and work effectively with all sites to achieve desired results.
• Identify and employ best practices in systems and technology to support effective management of the Elementary Schools program. Utilize available technology, reporting tools and data that enhance program participation and student retention.
• Compile programming data for all contractual reporting, as well as all other reporting requirements for the Director of Operations, including head count reports, 4-C reports, and newsletter and activity schedules for each supervised site.
• Establish systems for regularly scheduled inspections to ensure proper and efficient working order of supplies, equipment and materials at all times. Purchase supplies, equipment, and materials approved by the purchase requisition process.
• Monitor daily operations to adhere to all state, local, school district and YMCA of Central Florida health and safety standards and policies. Ensure all staff are current with required certifications.

GROW AND RETAIN PROGRAM ENROLLMENT:

• Create and implement programs to increase participation through interactions with existing and potential students and parents. Collaborate and maintain effective relationships with school principals and other applicable school administration to maximize enrollments in program registration.
• Plan and execute events at the Elementary Schools sites. Promote the Elementary Schools program and the YMCA of Central Florida’s special events among the students, parents and community.

BUILD AND MANAGE A GREAT STAFF TEAM:

• Recruit, select, develop and retain appropriate skill depth level for each site location. Supervise site staff. Support training and career succession plan for staff team.
• Provide leadership through established performance goals and standards, regular assessment of staff performance including annual performance evaluations, and staff meetings.

PREPARE AND MANAGE THE BUDGET:

• Collaborate with the Director of Operations to plan and manage the budget. Control payroll and department purchasing costs within the budget and financial guidelines.
• Process timecards and payroll to ensure timely, accurate reporting.

MISSION:

• Identify and recruit active volunteers for the Family Center Annual Scholarship Campaign.
• Provide leadership and understanding of the mission of the YMCA of Central Florida to staff, students and parents. Promote and represent the mission and core values of the YMCA of Central Florida in the Family Center and its programs.

• All other duties assigned by Management.

Performance Measurements

Responsible for the overall program growth of existing sites. Implementation of outcome based programming consisting of values, reading, health and wellness and reducing family stress.

• Responsible for the operations of assigned before and after school sites, with a specific focus on increasing existing participation.
• Implementation of outcome based curriculum into all before and after school locations, as well as summer camp. Incorporating values, reading, health & wellness and reducing family stress into all areas of our daily programming.
• Recruitment, training and development of all staff members, with specific emphasis on full time and part time employees.
• Ensure that all sites are in compliance with Orange County Public School contract requirements.

Job Requirements

To be successful, you must meet education, training and experience requirements, and you must be able to demonstrate some critical knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Education, Training and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required; education or related field of study preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in managing an educational program; multi-locations required.
• 3-5 years of experience in staff supervision and leadership preferred.
• Child care experience a plus; SACERS experience preferred.
• Microsoft Office proficiency required; Oracle experience a plus.
• Current CPR/ AED and First Aid certifications required.

Knowledge, Attitude, Skills and Habits

• Must be willing to regularly work flexible hours, weekends and holidays.
• Must be willing to travel extensively within Central Florida. Must have valid Florida driver license.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent follow through actions regarding communication with all parents, with demonstrated sensitivity and responsiveness to their needs.
• Exhibit desire and ability to work with children of all ages, including friendliness, patience and sensitivity to a diversity of students.
• Demonstrated responsibility, dependability, honesty and maturity.
• Must exhibit a professional, courteous demeanor.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, as well as critical thinking ability.
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work independently in a fast-paced multi-priority environment.
• Ability to treat confidential information with sensitivity.
• Must be capable of working under pressure in an educational environment.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Disclaimers

• Must complete successful background screening, which includes criminal and drug screening.
• Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.

COMPANY BENEFITS:

Along with a highly competitive pay structure, the YMCA of Central Florida provides exceptional benefits which include the following:

• Affordable and excellent quality healthcare (medical, dental, vision options)
• Long Term Disability and Life Insurance provided at no cost to the employee.
• 12% Employer funded retirement plan after two years of service with immediate vesting and the ability to add additional earnings from first day of employment
• YMCA membership for employee, spouse and dependents
• Generous paid time off package
• A challenging and fun work environment with creative, talented and diverse individuals!

The YMCA of Central Florida is a Drug Free Workplace and is committed to the policy of Equal Opportunity prohibiting discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, political affiliation, age, genetic information, disability or veteran status.