Organizational Development Director directs the design, planning, and implementation of corporate organizational development programs, policies, and procedures. Approves change management initiatives and suggests enhancements to existing programs. Being an Organizational Development Director oversees the development of programs to build human capital and a strong employee development culture. Reviews key performance metrics to enable accurate and valid measurement of workforce performance and to identify areas for improvement. Additionally, Organizational Development Director proposes changes to organizational structure to leverage talent and provide development opportunities to key leaders in the organization. Develops systematic collection and evaluation of performance metrics. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Organizational Development Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be an Organizational Development Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
The Kent County YMCA is seeking a qualified youth development professional to join our team as our Youth Development Director! The ideal candidate will have experience with delivery and management of large scale youth programs, including staffing, quality control/improvement, fiscal management, and strategic planning. Familiarity with state licensing requirements and industry quality standards is necessary. The Youth Development Director will be responsible for the direct oversight of 6 licensed before & after school sites, a summer day camp, a 21st Century Community Learning Center and multiple after school enrichment programs. Our youth programs serve over 750 youth annually across 5 different communities.
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position is responsible for day-to-day general administration of out-of-school time programs, including summer programs, in accordance with state licensing regulations and industry standards. Including staff supervision, program development and quality control, budgeting, expense control, grant management, income generation, community relations, collaborations, and long-range strategic planning.
OUR CULTURE:
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:
Engaging Community: Builds bridges with others in the community to ensure the Y’s work is community-focused and welcoming of all, providing community benefit.
Inclusion: Values all people for their unique talents and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, equity and inclusion, as well as cultural competence.
Communication: Listens and expresses self effectively and in a manner that reflects a true understanding of the needs of the audience. Understands and expertly utilizes current methods of communication.
Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Integrates logic, intuition, and sound judgment to analyze information to identify greatest opportunities, make sound decisions, and solve problems.
Project Management: Supports goal attainment by prioritizing activities, assigning responsibilities in accordance with capabilities, monitoring progress, and evaluating progress.
Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations.
Developing Self & Others: Recognizes and acts on the need to continually develop others’ capabilities to attain the highest level of performance possible.
Change Capacity: Leads self and others through change by navigating ambiguity appropriately and adapting well to new situations, obstacles, and opportunities.
Quality Results: Demonstrates and fosters a strong commitment to achieving goals in a manner that provides evidenced-based quality experiences.
Innovation: Participates in the generation, experimentation, and implementation of new approaches and activities that improve and expand the Y’s mission and work.
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