Center Director - YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta : Job Details

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As a thought-leader and provider in education, wellness, youth development, and community-building, the YMCA of Metro Atlanta is one of the oldest and most essential non-profits serving Atlanta. We aim to positively impact lives and communities across the state.

At the Y, we are an association of staff, volunteers, and members committed to ensuring that everyone, especially children, has the opportunity to reach their full potential. Annually, we provide high-quality literacy and STEAM learning to over 3,000 children, access to sports and camps for 58,000 youth and teens, and programs for over 200,000 members. We engage over 25,000 volunteers and donors to support our communities.

Nature And Scope

The Center Director is responsible for managing all aspects of daily center operations in compliance with Bright from the Start (BFTS), Head Start, GA Pre-K, and/or Fee For Service standards. This includes overseeing facilities, personnel, procurement, record keeping, reporting, and parent activities. The Director reports directly to the Operations Director.

Responsibilities (including, but not limited to):

• Ensure implementation of Head Start, GA Pre-K, and/or Fee for Service programs at the center level.
• Monitor service activities for compliance with standards.
• Conduct weekly classroom observations and monitor classroom assignments.
• Request technical assistance as needed.
• Review monthly budgets with supervisor.
• Supervise staff and evaluate job performance.
• Maintain attendance records, approve timesheets, leave, and travel requests.
• Participate in hiring processes and provide new employee orientations.
• Conduct staff meetings and maintain related records.
• Recruit and coordinate volunteers, and maintain records.
• Attend parent committee meetings and activities.
• Assess training needs and monitor maintenance and safety procedures.
• Prepare reports, checklists, and maintain inventory and supplies.
• Ensure compliance with all documentation and record-keeping requirements.

Additional Responsibilities

• Manage a Family Service Assistant caseload if center has fewer than 85 slots.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• 3+ years of management and supervisory experience.
• 5+ years of experience in child education environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Strong leadership abilities.
• Ability to respond to emergencies and mediate conflicts.
• Ability to network and serve as a public relations liaison.
• Computer literacy.
• Flexibility to work evenings for meetings or training.
• Physical ability to perform duties, including lifting up to 50 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications

• 30-hour center-manager training.

Employment and Benefits

Offered through the YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta, Inc. with excellent benefits and career growth opportunities.

Employment Requirements

• Pass pre-employment background check, drug screening, and MVR.
• Legally eligible to work in the US without sponsorship.

This job posting is subject to change. The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta values diversity and does not discriminate based on protected characteristics.

Location

Arthur M. Blank Family Youth YMCA Early Learning Center

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Business Development and Sales

Industries

Non-profit Organization Management

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