Youth Development Coordinator | Walnut Creek Family YMCA at YMCA of Greater Des Moines in West Des Moines, Iowa

Job Description:

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JOB LOCATION: Walnut Creek Family YMCA
HOURS/DAYS SCHEDULE: Standard work week, but may work evening or weekend hours to accommodate activities, programs, and events.
PAY RATE: $14.00-$16.00 per hour
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: October 11, 2021 - Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

POSITION SUMMARY:
Operating within the policies, procedures, and practices of the YMCA of Greater Des Moines, this position is responsible for creating a positive, member-focused culture. This is carried out through role modeling, establishing expectations, communicating, and making decisions that are consistent with this culture.
This position directly manages assigned program area(s) related to youth development. It is responsible for the oversight of the program(s), planning, management, and supervision of staff. This position is responsible for delivering a program that promotes children feeling valued as individuals and helps them achieve, build relationships, and feel a sense of belonging.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Manage assigned program areas and activities, ensure programs comply with all applicable YMCA standards and methods of operation and continually strive to attain the highest possible level of quality.
Evaluate and review all aspects of assigned programs to ensure consistent quality and safety.
Directly facilitate and manage delivery of programming.
Assist in the development and distribution of materials to promote programs and membership, ensuring all communications meet the YMCA standards and requirements.
Prepare and submit required budget management information for program area(s).
Monitor assigned budget to ensure revenue and expenses are consistent with approved budget plan.
Determine staffing needs of assigned program area(s) within YMCA guidelines and procedures.
Build, lead, develop, and train a staff team that genuinely cares about the needs of our community and our members and works to exceed expectations every day.
Manage and maintain staffing to cover all areas of assigned program(s).
Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with YMCA staff.
Serve as a YMCA representative, both within the organization and outside the organization.
Assist in the organization's financial development efforts, including the annual fundraising campaign.
Plan, prepare, organize, and implement special events as required.
Demonstrate and support the objectives of the organization as embodied in the mission statement and values.
Perform additional duties as required.