Senior Program Director - Early Learning Childcare

All candidates should make sure to read the following job description and information carefully before applying.

GENERAL FUNCTION : The Senior Program Director is responsible for the overall management and development of all early learning and special programs in accordance with all Greater Wichita YMCA policies, procedures, and standards.

The Senior Program Director is accountable for all aspects of early learning and specialty programs including fiscal management, financial development, staff management, and compliance with all childcare regulations.

It is expected that an average work week of 50 hours will be necessary to accomplish the assigned duties.

MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS :

Education / Experience Requirements :

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Minimum 3 years management and supervisory experience
• CPR, AED and First Aid are required within 30 days of hire
• Must attend New Employee Orientation within 30 days of hire

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

The successful employee will demonstrate individual competency in the following areas :

• Ability to mentor, supervise and develop adults.
• Experience with creating and monitoring budgets.
• Knowledge of use of assessment tools, curriculum and teaching strategies.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently without close oversight, but also as a team player.
• Effectively respond to questions from employees, directors, and other entities in a timely manner.
• Possess the ability to be flexible.

Physical / Mental Requirements :

• Ability to lead and coach teams and individuals and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Possess mental alertness, problem-solving, and task management skills; ability to make independent and sound decisions in a rapidly changing environment.
• Demonstrate a high level of maturity, patience, dependability, and sound judgment.
• Must exhibit initiative in the absence of supervision.
• Ability to relate to and work with diverse groups of people in a friendly and consistent manner.
• Ability to work collaboratively as a team member as well as independently and lead by assigned goals, duties, and deadlines.
• Must always present a neat and professional appearance.

Job Requirements :

• Commitment to the YMCA mission, vision, and values.
• Ability to lead and direct a team to reach organizational goals.
• Ability to effectively supervise and motivate staff and volunteers.
• Ability to secure resources and support.
• Ability to interpret, implement, and enforce all childcare regulations.
• Understand and abide by all policies and procedures as set forth by the association.
• Work a schedule that reflects the needs of the branch, including evenings and weekends.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES : The Senior Program Director is responsible for implementing Association policies and procedures by leading and directing all early learning and grant program operations as assigned in the following areas :

Staff Development :

• Develop and promote a participant-focused culture among staff based on relationship building, active listening, and service above self.
• Ensure that all Association personnel policies and procedures are adhered to within the program sites.
• Complete timely performance evaluations of all staff to ensure that payroll and personnel information is accurate and submitted on a timely basis.
• Provide onsite management throughout the year at multiple locations.
• Develop, train, and evaluate staff on quality curriculum and instructional practices.
• Oversee and provide support in hiring and training of new staff.

Program Operations :

• Facilitate program audits to ensure quality, safety, compliance, and customer satisfaction.
• Ensure that licensing standards are exceeded per the KDHE guidelines.
• Develop and maintain contacts with community partners to promote and further early learning.
• Create and maintain an atmosphere that values diversity and inclusion.
• Be visible to staff and program participants.

Fiscal Management :

• Accountable for annual budget development, monthly budget monitoring, and achievement of budget.
• Implement strategies to grow program enrollment through successful, high-quality programs and great customer service.
• Maintain and be thoroughly knowledgeable with systems of financial control including revenues, expenses, and inventories.

Financial Development / Strong Community Campaign :

• Develop new ideas and income strategies.
• Lead staff in managing, collecting, and processing fees.
• Engage, lead, and support staff in accomplishing their respective donor and volunteer recruitment, development, and giving to achieve goals for the Strong Community campaign.
• Participate in stewardship of current donors and actively recruit new donors to meet campaign goals.
• Achieve continuous growth in participant giving.

General :

• Demonstrate character values : caring, respect, honesty, and responsibility.
• Ensure Association goals and strategies are adhered to and effectively communicated to staff and volunteers.
• Maintain complete familiarity with all risk management procedures and policies.
• Monitor and manage systems, drills, and training related to risk management and safety for participants and employees.
• Adhere to all systems and procedures established by the branch and association.
• Participate in association-wide projects when needed.
• All other duties as assigned.

Effect on End Result : Leadership and guidance is provided that ensures the achievement of the goals and objectives of the Association and Branch with high levels of participation, satisfaction, and retention of active and able volunteers and employees and generous supporters.

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