Youth Development Director

Job DetailsJob Location: YMCA of Greater Spartanburg (THY SC) - Spartanburg, SC 29302Position Type: Full TimeJob Category: Child CarePOSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the VP of Youth Development and in alignment with the YMCA’s mission, the Youth Development Director provides strategic and hands-on leadership for high-quality youth development programs at the branch and offsite childcare locations. This role ensures the delivery of impactful programs that foster achievement, belonging, and strong community relationships. OUR 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. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Oversee and manage youth development programs, including After School Programs, Child Watch, Parent’s Night Out, and Summer Day Camps, expanding programs as needed in alignment with strategic objectives. Develop, monitor, and control program budgets to meet financial objectives, ensuring operations remain within budget and program fees are collected. Recruit, hire, train, develop, schedule, and direct a team of cause-driven staff and volunteers committed to youth engagement and relationship-building among families. Evaluate staff performance, implementing motivational strategies to enhance team effectiveness and achieve program goals. Ensure compliance with state and local regulations, adhering to YMCA program standards and safety procedures. Foster relationships with state childcare licensing agencies, school administrations, parent groups, and community organizations, promptly addressing inquiries and concerns. Maintain and oversee program facilities and equipment to ensure a safe and supportive physical environment. Assist in marketing efforts and the distribution of program information to increase engagement and awareness. Collect and analyze program data to monitor effectiveness and participation, making improvements as needed. Provide leadership in the annual fundraising campaign and participate in assigned committees. Attend professional development courses and staff meetings to enhance skills and program impact. Perform additional duties as assigned. LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES: Program Management - Ensures program or project goals are met and intended impact occurs. Developing Self & Others - Develops self and supports others (e.g., staff, volunteers, members, program participants), both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential. Collaboration - Creates sustainable relationships within the Y and with other organizations in service to the community. Critical Thinking & Decision Making - Makes informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgment. Change Leadership - Facilitates, co-creates, and implements equitable change for the good of the organization and/or community. WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee frequently is required to sit and reach and must be able to move around the work environment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in education, child development, recreation, or a related field preferred. Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in youth program management, supervision, or related fields. Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills. Knowledge of childcare regulations and best practices in youth development. CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain). CDL Driver's License is preferred Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.