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Job Description The Vice President of Youth Development is responsible for providing strategic leadership and growth to the overall operations of both Miami-Dade and Broward Youth Development Branches. This includes the administration, management, compliance, marketing, and program development of Afterschool and Camp Programs (fee-based and grant-funded). Travel will be required to both locations. Qualifications Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities / Position Requirements : Bachelor’s degree preferred, or relevant work experience required. Minimum of seven years of experience overseeing Youth Development Programs; grant management & compliance (County, State, and Federal), program development, and fiscal management. Ability to develop and maintain strong community relations. Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop staff. Excellent supervisory and organizational skills. Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to relate with individuals at all levels. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel. Spanish speaking is a plus but not required. Essential Functions / Job Duties : Oversee the development of systems designed to enhance quality, efficiency, and growth within the school-age (fee-based and grant-funded) programs throughout both Broward and Miami-Dade counties. Ensure that Executive Directors develop and maintain excellent community relationships with applicable School Boards, Department of Children & Families, grant funders, and partnering community agencies aligned with services related to the Youth Development Department and the YMCA. Recruit, supervise, evaluate, and motivate Youth Development staff to meet quality and performance standards of the YMCA. Monitor program enrollment, grant funding, and payments to ensure that Youth Development is on track financially to meet or exceed its goals. Manage, monitor, implement, and enforce all contract requirements for all grant-funded programs. Project-manage the renewal of grant funds, as applicable. Negotiate contracts (budget & scope of services), including contracts with federal, state, county, and foundation grant-funders, school districts, and various partnering municipalities. Ensure that Youth Development staff adhere to the YMCA of South Florida’s safety and risk guidelines and protocols. Oversee the Youth Development Annual Giving Campaign. Prepare the annual budget; manage and take appropriate actions to correct monthly variances. Coordinate annual Youth Development training for all childcare administrators and staff. Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies YMCA Competencies (i.e., Multi-Team / Branch Leader) : Mission Advancement :

Reinforces the Y’s values within the organization and community. Effectively communicates the benefits and impact of YMCA efforts for all stakeholders. Implements effective systems to develop volunteers at program and fundraising leadership levels. Collaboration :

Develops strategies to ensure staff and volunteers reflect the community. Builds and nurtures strategic relationships to enhance support for the YMCA. Communicates for influence to attain buy-in and support of goals. Provides tools and resources for the development of others. Operational Effectiveness :

Integrates multiple thinking processes to make decisions. Involves members and the community in program development. Ensures execution of plans. Institutes sound accounting procedures and financial controls. Assigns clear accountability and ensures continuous improvement. Personal Growth :

Fosters a learning environment embracing diverse abilities and approaches. Creates a sense of urgency and positive tension to support change. Anticipates challenges that can sidetrack or derail growth and personal learning. Demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology and best practices.

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