Overview
OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY
The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.
Tell me about this job!
Washington Youth & Government is a YMCA of Greater Seattle statewide program that involves hundreds of teens in model-government programs: Youth Legislature, Mock Trial, and the Conference on National Affairs.
Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Program Director oversees day-to-day supervision and management of Youth Legislature and Mock Trial programs and stakeholders. Plans and implements high quality programs through working directly with employees, participants, volunteers, and members.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position, and hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
Travel
The position will be based at headquarters in Olympia, WA. Approximately 20 – 30% of travel is expected
What you’ll get from working at The Y
- Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle for you and your household
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
- Retirement with generous employer contributions
- Free access to mental health resources
- Rapidly-accruing paid time off (PTO) available immediately upon hire
- Discounts on qualifying YMCA of Greater Seattle childcare and day camp programs
Hiring Range: $65,520.00-$70,072.00/annually
*Grade 16 Salary Range: $65,520.00- $98,280.00
Responsibilities
What you’ll be doing
- Supervise, plan, schedule, organize, facilitate, and evaluate programs to assure sound operations. This includes working with organizations across the state.
- In partnership with the Executive Director, support the operational growth and vision of Youth & Government Focus on participant growth and quality participant experience including program expansion.
- Serves as the primary point of contact for teams, delegations, volunteers.
- Represents and promotes the Y in the local communities and educational settings and develops positive, effective working relationships with school districts, community partners, businesses, vendors, and governmental agencies.
- Create and deliver civics programs to assure high quality results which support district and association mission, goals, and strategies.
- Engage, recruit, train, evaluate, and manage a large number of volunteers and stakeholders.
- Lead recruitment and outreach efforts for all Youth & Government programs for participation and volunteers.
- Lead communication efforts with participants, volunteers, and stakeholders
- Provide support to philanthropic efforts under the director of the Executive Director.
- Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.
- Oversee business administrative tasks on a weekly basis in accordance with YMCA procedures and best practices.
- Attends staff meetings and trainings as required.
- Other duties as assigned.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment and in diverse communities. This role routinely uses standard office equipment.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- 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 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.
- Working in diverse settings that require unconventional hours of operations during peak program areas, moving around to different program areas as needed.
Qualifications
What we’re looking for in an applicant
- Bachelor’s degree in youth development, political science, event and conference planning or equivalent education/experience.
- 21 years of age or older.
- Two or more years of related experience including community program development, leading groups, event planning, working with middle and high school students.
- One or more years of related experience working with adult volunteers and youth.
- Excel in long term planning and organizational skills.
- Proven leadership skills and ability to motivate a team and stakeholders.
- Strong communication and customer service skills, ability to manage multiple priorities in an effective manner to achieve expectations and deliverables.
- Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.
- This position requires the ability to visit sites and community organizations.
- Current first aid and CPR certification or secure within 90 days of employment.
- Strong computer skills, comfort level with Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, Teams, Outlook.
Preferred Education/Experience
- Prefer knowledge of and previous experience with diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.). Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.
- Experience with anti-racism practices and coalition building.
- Knowledge of government and legal processes a plus.
You’ll be a great fit for the Seattle Y if you
- Thrive on working in a collaborative environment.
- Are very adaptable.
- Have high ownership and strong work ethic.
- Are a great problem solver who can think on your feet.
- Truly enjoy being of service to people.
- Like being part of a team that cares about one another as people and enjoy working together.
- Want to know that the work you do contributes to building a better, stronger community for all.
Our Mission
Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body.
YMCA of Greater Seattle’s Core Values
- Respect
- Responsibility
- Honesty
- Caring
- Passion for Excellence
YGS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law.
All job offers are contingent on the results of a background check. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system.