Program Director

Description

POSITION SUMMARY: Oversees the campus and conference programs with a focus on developing new revenue-generating programs and activities for conferences and events. Increase program participation and revenue in the non-summer season and ensure relevant programs and activities meet the needs of our members, guests, and conferees.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Oversees the Program Coordinator, Waterfront Director, Arts & Humanities Supervisor and Seasonal Program Team Leaders.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Develops, plans and implements programs and activities for members, guests, and conferees.
2. Measures progress against strategic goals and ensure continuous improvement.
3. Working with the VP of Programs, ensures the guest experience in programs and activities aligns with the mission.
4. Develop shoulder season and winter program offerings focusing on growing participation and revenue in the non-summer season.
5. Continuously evaluate programs to ensure Silver Bay offers relevant programs that meet the needs of members, guests, and conferees. 
6. Assures compliance with state and local regulations. Ensures that program standards are met and safety procedures are followed.
7. Works with the VP of the Program to develop educational program elements that support the initiatives within the local communities.
8. Works with the VP and other departments to develop revenue-generating programs and activities for conferences and events.
9. Works with the VP and other departments to support the needs of Silver Bay-initiated conferences and events.
10. Hires, trains, and supervises staff and volunteers in assigned areas.  
11. Organizes people  and activities for efficiency and effectiveness.
12. As a 24-hour operation, all staff may be asked to work weekend, evening, or night  shifts and/or holidays in order to serve our members, guests, and program participants.
13. Any other duties as assigned.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS: 

· B.S. or B.A. in recreation, education, or related field preferred.

· Minimum of 3-5 years of YMCA or similar work experience, which includes supervision, budgeting, and program development

· YMCA Director Certification(or willingness to obtain)

· Strong organizational skills, including goal setting, program planning, implementation, and evaluation 

· Strong communication sk ills, both written and verbal

· Strong interpersonal, organizational, supervisory, and computer skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

· Prolonged periods standing and walking and frequently pulling, pushing, and bending.

· Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times