Activities Coordinator - Full time

Youth Development Coordinator II Job Type: Full-Time Early Childhood Development Center Director Retirement accounts (You can contribute at any time, but the Y will contribute 12% after two years of service with 1,000 hours in each of the two years) Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Plans Medical and Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts available Long and Short-Term Disability Coverage Employee assistance program Complimentary nationwide 2 adult family membership to the Y Discounts on programs, summer camps, YMCA Camp Miller Subscription to the Calm app Paid holidays Growth and development opportunities Leadership certification and related training offered and encouraged Youth Development Coordinator is responsible for overall supervision and leadership of Kids Club operations and other Youth Programming. Committed to our core values of honesty, caring, respect and responsibility, focus is placed on program planning, growth and development, and ability to forge strong connections in the community for both programmatic and philanthropic support. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you. Oversees the operations and management of Kids Club, youth programs (Fun Days, Parents Night Out, etc.), and family events (Health Kids Day, Spooktacular, Family Nights, etc.) at both the Downtown and Hermantown locations. Reviews and evaluates staff performance. Develops strategies to motivate staff, improve quality of programs, and achieve goals. Researches, develops, executes, and assesses youth, teen, and family programs, events, and policies. Builds effective, authentic relationships with participants, parents, staff, and volunteers- helping them connect with each other and the Y community. Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Works 15-20 hours on-site at each branch location (Downtown Duluth and Y at the Essentia Wellness Center). The Youth Development Coordinator will have an office at each location. Meaningfully participate in and lead efforts to support the Y’s commitment to equity and diversity. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Personal Growth : Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a related field. Experience in administration, supervision, marketing, and curriculum or program planning is required. CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention training (must receive within 60 days) Computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Office 365, and Outlook. Must possess current and valid driver’s license as well as personal vehicle for transportation between locations. The Youth Development Coordinator is occasionally required to sit; The Youth Development Coordinator will work a minimum of 15 hours in front line staffing for branch youth development programs, sometimes more as staffing requires. Up to 25 hours will be worked in an office setting, with a desk, computer, and office equipment. The Youth Development Coordinator will work a combination of mornings, afternoons, and evenings, with occasional weekend needs based on events and staffing. While somewhat flexible, the coordinator’s weekly schedule will depend on the needs of the Y activities and programming. Travel The Youth Development Coordinator will work and travel between the Downtown and Hermantown locations on a regular basis and will therefore need reliable transportation. The Lake Superior YMCA (the Y) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the Y complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absences, compensation, and training.