Senior Vice President of Youth Development

Senior Vice President of Youth Development

1325 W St NW, Washington, DC 20009, USA

Job Description

Posted Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 4 : 00 AM

Are you ready to shape the future of youth in our community? The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is a catalyst for opportunity, growth, and equity. We are seeking a visionary Senior Vice President of Youth Development to lead the design and delivery of high-impact programs that empower youth from early childhood through young adulthood.

Senior Vice President of Youth Development Salary : $140,000.00 – $150,000.00

As the SVP of Youth Development, you will drive a dynamic, year-round strategy that nurtures achievement, belonging, and success for thousands of young people across our region. You will serve as a senior leader guiding the vision, partnerships, and operations that position the YMCA as a leader in youth-serving organizations.

What you will do at the Y :

• Strategic Vision : Develop and implement a comprehensive youth development strategy aligned with YMCA values, community needs, and best practices.
• Program Innovation : Lead the creation of innovative, impactful, holistic, and age-appropriate programs in early learning, out of school time and summer camp.
• Operational Excellence : Optimize policies and procedures across the association to ensure consistency, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Child Safety : Champion youth protection policies and practices while leading compliance with all licensure and safety regulations in the DMV area.
• Community Partnerships : Cultivate strategic relationships with schools, local organizations, and regional leaders to address issues such as the achievement gap and bullying.
• Team Leadership : Recruit, mentor, and manage high-performing exempt staff across the Youth Development department.
• Evaluation & Impact : Implement data-driven tools and assessments to evaluate program effectiveness and inform future growth.
• Resource Development : Work collaboratively with philanthropy team to identify funding opportunities to expand number of children served.

Who You Are :

Why you should join us :

The YMCA offers a supportive and dynamic work environment that encourages personal and professional growth. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community while enjoying a range of benefits designed to support your overall well-being. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy as an employee :

Ready to Lead with Purpose?

We can’t wait to learn more about how you’ll help transform lives through youth development.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to maintaining a workplace that values integrity, respect, and equitable treatment for all individuals.

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