Are you passionate about positively impacting lives and youth development engagement? Job Description YMCA of Greater Houston Youth Development Director supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. This position develops, organizes and implements high-quality YMCA afterschool and day camp throughout the Greater Houston area. The Youth Development Director will create a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals while inspiring youth to discover their passions. YMCA Youth Development Directors build and maintain strong relationships with families, community, and YMCA centers through positive, proactive communication. They implement curriculum to meet licensing standards and improve quality through program evaluation and assessment. Youth Development Directors recruit, hire, and onboard YMCA site leads and counselors to deliver high-quality programs while maintaining fiduciary responsibility and oversight. This position is located in The Woodlands, TX, and will support the Conroe ISD school district. Qualifications 3-5 years previous experience including 2 years supervisory experience in licensed childcare, preferred Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent (preferred) Must meet Director qualifications as stated in the Minimum Standards (#744.1015) under TDPRS. At least 21 years of age. CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention trainings. Previous experience with diverse populations. Strong communication skills (verbal and written). Current record of tuberculosis examination and/or current local health department regulations, examinations, and/or immunization as required by the local or State Department of Health. Available for trainings on occasional weekends and after hours Supervisory Responsibilities This position has supervisory responsibilities. Essential Functions Program Quality: Provides oversight and coordinates high quality youth development programs in afterschool and outdoor day camp setting for assigned location(s), in adherence to Y program model, curriculum and quality standards. Program Compliance: Assures compliance with state and local regulations as they relate to program areas. Program Planning & Innovation: Assist staff in planning, organizing, and implementing age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities for afterschool programs and outdoor day camp. Staff Development: Recruits, hires, and trains required program staff needed to meet DFPS minimum licensing standards and Y staffing ratios. Fiscal Management: Adheres to responsible fiscal stewardship, including managing all accounts receivables and accounts payable related to site budgets. Marketing & Promotion: Implements marketing strategies to promote program growth and brand exposure to the targeted communities and families. Community Engagement: Builds and maintains relationship with families through consistent communication including parent orientations, newsletters, parent conferences and parent engagement events. Center Engagement: Actively participates in YMCA center activities, meetings, and staff trainings. Relationship Building: Develops and maintains strong relationships with school administration, parent and community groups and other organizations and agencies related to assigned programs. Program Evaluation: Collects necessary qualitative and quantitative data needed to monitor program evaluation and measure program effectiveness. Annual Campaign: Participates in the annual fundraising campaign and committees as assigned at the center and meets staff campaign goals. Project Teams: Participates in project teams related to advancing the strategic vision and goals of youth development department. Child Abuse Prevention: Reports suspicious and inappropriate behaviors and policy violations. The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

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