Camp and Sports Director
About The Position
Manages the implementation, development and delivery of various program area(s) and/or membership. Areas of focus will be summer day camp and sports operations. Recruits, trains and supports assigned staff and volunteers. Additional responsibilities include hiring, onboarding and training of staff; curriculum development; budget control; and adhering to all regulatory and Association standards. Assists with annual campaign activities. Who Are We? The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) was named a 2025 Top Workplace by The Philadelphia Inquirer for a second consecutive year. An association of nine YMCAs serving Chester County, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine is a non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living, and fostering social responsibility through life-changing programs for all.
Requirements
- Four-year college degree in related field or equivalent experience preferred
- Minimum of two years of work experience
- Experience directing programs through supervision of volunteers and staff
- Previous experience with diverse populations
- YMCA Team Leader certification preferred
- Must be fluent in spoken and written English
- Obtain and maintain all new hire certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire
- The employee needs sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions and to safely supervise program activities.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device.
- 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 10 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.
Nice To Haves
- Four-year college degree in related field or equivalent experience preferred
- YMCA Team Leader certification preferred
Responsibilities
- Develops, implements, and manages operating plans and delivery to promote program for the YMCA.
- Executes strategies to ensure that members and/or program participants connect with one another and connect with the YMCA.
- Assists in developing and controlling department budgets related to the position as requested by management.
- Hires, Trains, Onboards and supervises part-time and full-time hourly staff and volunteers in assigned areas.
- Facilitates communication and provides leadership to staff.
- Assures compliance with state and local regulations.
- Ensures that program and Association standards are met, and safety procedures are followed.
- Ensures implementation of high-quality programs through innovative program development, evaluations and ongoing training of staff.
- Coordinates special events and activities.
- Interfaces with and resolves member concerns to further member engagement.
- Provides data, rosters, schedules, and reports as required for assigned programs.
- Play key role in branch Annual Campaign
- Manage payroll for assigned department
- Ensure compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full-time employees
- Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day)
- Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and more!
- 12% employer contribution to retirement savings upon reaching eligibility and optional 403B retirement savings plan upon hire.
- Employee Assistance Program
- Continuing education reimbursement, tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University
- Career development and paid training
- Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
