Director of College & Career Readiness
Honolulu, HI
Full Time
Young Adults
Experienced
SALARY RANGE:
$55,000 - $63,000 Annually
HOURS/AVAILABILITY:
Monday - Friday
POSITION SUMMARY:
In alignment with the mission and vision of the YMCA of Honolulu, the Director of College & Career Readiness collaborates closely with fellow YMCA team members under the leadership of the Program Executive Director of Teens & Young Adults. This pivotal role assumes primary responsibility for the management, dynamic development, and exceptional execution of our College-Aged programs. Tasked with ensuring the seamless delivery of top-tier programs and services, the Director of College & Career Readiness operates with precision, adhering to established policies and procedures while strategically advancing the Association's overarching goals. Key duties encompass the cultivation of a thriving team culture through effective leadership and professional development, driving program retention and expansion initiatives, and adeptly managing reports and expenses. Our College & Career Readiness programs will focus on providing quality support services and diverse opportunities for those interested in college-readiness or career exploration. Additionally, the Director plays a central role in fostering and fortifying invaluable relationships and partnerships with educational institutions, colleges, and community organizations. The Director of College & Career Readiness will have a pivotal role in emphasizing our Atherton Branch’s areas of focus: College Readiness, Career Exploration, and Service Learning, thus facilitating the design and implementation of impactful opportunities at the Y.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/JOB DUTIES:
$55,000 - $63,000 Annually
HOURS/AVAILABILITY:
Monday - Friday
POSITION SUMMARY:
In alignment with the mission and vision of the YMCA of Honolulu, the Director of College & Career Readiness collaborates closely with fellow YMCA team members under the leadership of the Program Executive Director of Teens & Young Adults. This pivotal role assumes primary responsibility for the management, dynamic development, and exceptional execution of our College-Aged programs. Tasked with ensuring the seamless delivery of top-tier programs and services, the Director of College & Career Readiness operates with precision, adhering to established policies and procedures while strategically advancing the Association's overarching goals. Key duties encompass the cultivation of a thriving team culture through effective leadership and professional development, driving program retention and expansion initiatives, and adeptly managing reports and expenses. Our College & Career Readiness programs will focus on providing quality support services and diverse opportunities for those interested in college-readiness or career exploration. Additionally, the Director plays a central role in fostering and fortifying invaluable relationships and partnerships with educational institutions, colleges, and community organizations. The Director of College & Career Readiness will have a pivotal role in emphasizing our Atherton Branch’s areas of focus: College Readiness, Career Exploration, and Service Learning, thus facilitating the design and implementation of impactful opportunities at the Y.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/JOB DUTIES:
- Drives program quality, ensuring all programs are always enhancing participant experience.
- Direct oversight of funding that supports college and career exploration programs including but not limited to: Student Board, Student Engagement, College Camp, ASB: Moloka’i, ASB: Philippines, FROSH Camp, scholarship opportunities, Internship & Practicum Mentorship, Volunteer Recruitment and Engagement.
- Collaborate with department leads, branch executives, and other organizational leaders to effectively execute programs
- Provide direct leadership of the management, implementation, and accountability of Association
- program grants and funding that supports young adult programs
- Works with the Program Executive Director in establishing annual budgets.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- College degree in Social Services, Public Health, Education, or related field; or 4 years equivalent in related work experience preferred.
- 3+ years of related experience with staff and/or volunteer supervisory responsibilities required.
- Ability to plan, organize and implement focus area programs
- Excellent skills in staff and volunteer supervision and development, budget analysis, communication, and human relations.
- 2+ years of experience in working with older teens or young adults is preferred.
- Ability to motivate individuals, lead a team, and conduct training.
- Ability to work with parents, children, staff, and volunteers of diverse ethnic populations.
- Adult and child CPR or CPR/PR, First Aid, and AED Certifications within 30 days of hire date.
- Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
- Commitment to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
- Bus Driver’s certification required within 6 months of hire, which include a valid driver’s license and clean traffic abstract.
- Ability to travel from one location to another in a timely location required.
- Proficiency in Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Windows XP, Canva, preferred.
- Exemplifies the YMCA mission and the pillars of character development: honesty, caring, respect, responsibility, and diversity.
WHY THE Y?:
- Free Y membership with employment
- Referral bonuses - Y employees can earn cash or Y credit bonuses for referring a new hire*
- Up to 60% discounts for yourself, family, and even your siblings on Y programs, camps, preschool, childcare, and more.
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