Program Director

Under the direction of the District Vice President/Associate Branch Executive, the incumbent develops, organizes, and implements high-quality program(s) in accordance with the Family YMCA of Greater Augusta’s mission. Responsible for department budget, development, and control.

• Bachelor's degree in related field preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Two to three years’ previous experience in program management
• Two to four years’ Family YMCA experience
• Certifications requires within 30 days of hire: CPR/AED, BBP, and First Aid
• Excellent interpersonal and problem solving skills
• Excellent personal computer skills and experience with standard business software
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community

• Assists with branch activities to meet YMCA objectives. To include Wellness and Membership.
• Maintain a high profile among members for the purpose of being a role model of health and fitness.
• Develop creative, innovative programs, training and classes within the wellness, group exercise and personal training.
• Participate in Wellness Cabinet along with any other cabinets applicable to job description.
• Research trends and organize equipment trials to continuously stay cutting edge in Wellness.
• Stay educated on current certifications needed for wellness staff.
• Expands programs within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans.
• Manages Wellness and Membership departments and oversees the programming and operations of the Wellness and Membership departments.
• Ensures high quality programs and establishes new and existing program activities.
• Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs personnel and volunteers as needed. Reviews and evaluates staff performance.
• Keep current, accurate records and rosters of all wellness programs.
• Keep reports and log books related to the maintenance of all exercise equipment.
• Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals
• Assists in budgets related to the position
• Ensures programs operates within budget and that program fees are collected
• Assures compliance with state and local regulations as they relate to program areas
• Ensures that YMCA program standards are met and safety procedures followed
• Provides for upkeep of assigned branch facilities and equipment and ensures the physical environment supports healthy living.
• Develops and maintains relationships with other organizations and agencies related to assigned programs.
• Assists in recruiting and organizing training and meetings for volunteers.
• Assists in the marketing and distribution of branch information, may organize and schedule program registrations. May review and process scholarship applications.
• Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations.
• Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints in timely manner
• Assist in the development and implementation of membership campaigns.
• Attends Branch Board meetings.
• Assists in the recruitment of Board members and key branch volunteers.
• Attends association meetings as required.
• Compiles branch statistics and surveys.
• Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in programs.
• Accepts and demonstrates the Character Development Values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.
• Actively participates and supports the annual scholarship campaign.
• Complies with all DHS/CPI guidelines and requirements.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.