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Youth Development Director (Youth In Government & Workforce Teens Program)- Walnut YMCA Family [...]YMCA of Delaware • Wilmington, DE, US
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Youth Development Director (Youth In Government & Workforce Teens Program)- Walnut YMCA Family [...]

Youth Development Director (Youth In Government & Workforce Teens Program)- Walnut YMCA Family [...]

YMCA of Delaware • Wilmington, DE, US
8 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

The Delaware Promise is to ensure every youth and teen we serve is on a pathway to success, improve the health and wellbeing of every individual and family we serve, and unite communities and inspire service to others.

Benefits & Perks :

  • Full benefits package including Dental, Vision & Health Insurance
  • Generous PTO vacation, 12 paid holidays, and sick leave
  • Free Nationwide Y Membership for your Household
  • 12% Employer-Funded Retirement Plan upon meeting eligibility
  • Learning and development workshops
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Staff Discounts on Programs & Services and more!

Salary : $49,500– $60,000 per year. Final compensation is based on factors such as skills, qualifications, and experience.

Essential Responsibilities

Program Oversight & Implementation

  • Direct and coordinates the Youth in Government and Teen Workforce Development programs, ensuring alignment with YMCA mission, strategic goals, and operating plans.
  • Oversees all program components including curriculum development, professional development workshops, conferences, college / career readiness, and internship placement.
  • Plans and executes annual signature events such as Youth in Government conferences, Black Achievers events, college tours, and the Teen Workforce 15-week workforce readiness program.
  • Ensures participants, parents, and partners are consistently informed of timelines, expectations, and key events.
  • Staff & Volunteer Leadership

  • Recruits, hires, trains, develops, and supervises staff, advisors, and volunteers.
  • Provides coaching, guidance, and motivation to achieve program quality and outcomes.
  • Builds a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Partnership & Community Engagement

  • Develops and maintains strong relationships with schools, government agencies, businesses, community partners, and parents.
  • Expands internship and volunteer opportunities for program participants.
  • Represents the YMCA and programs at outreach events, conferences, and community forums.
  • Fiscal & Grant Management

  • Develops, manages, and monitors budgets to ensure financial sustainability of assigned programs.
  • Manages grant compliance including reporting, documentation, monitoring visits, and corrective actions.
  • Coordinates fundraising activities for Black Achievers and other assigned programs, ensuring annual fundraising goals are met.
  • Program Quality & Evaluation

  • Ensures YMCA standards and state regulations are consistently met, including safety, licensure, and quality benchmarks.
  • Compiles and analyzes program data to evaluate effectiveness, improve delivery, and demonstrate impact.
  • Provides timely reports and updates to leadership on progress, challenges, and successes.
  • Other Duties

  • Participates in association initiatives, fundraising campaigns, open houses, and special events.
  • Maintains proper records, files, and communications with staff, families, and leadership.
  • Performs other responsibilities as assigned by the Community Executive Director.
  • Minimum Qualifications

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills to serve a community of belonging.
  • Bachelor's degree in education, Human Services, Nonprofit Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Minimum 5 years of progressive leadership experience in youth development, civic engagement, or workforce readiness programs.
  • Proven record of supervising professional staff, building partnerships, and expanding program impact.
  • Demonstrated success in fundraising, grant management, and fiscal accountability.
  • Excellent leadership, strategic planning, and communication skills.
  • Ability to inspire, mentor, and lead diverse teams and participants.
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Multi-lingual
  • Master's degree in education, Public Administration, Nonprofit Management, or related field.
  • Extensive experience in youth civic engagement and workforce development programs.
  • Demonstrated expertise in public speaking, advocacy, and community leadership.
  • The YMCA of Delaware is an equal opportunity employer. The Y maintains a work environment in which staff are treated fairly and with respect and in which discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated. In accordance with federal, state and local laws, we recruit, hire, promote and evaluate all applicants and staff without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, familial status, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, disability, veteran or military status, domestic or sexual violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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