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Senior Vice President of Youth Development and Child Care

Senior Vice President of Youth Development and Child Care

Are you ready to shape the future of youth in our community? The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is a catalyst for opportunity, growth, and equity. We are seeking a visionary Senior Vice President of Youth Development to lead the design and delivery of high-impact programs that empower youth from early childhood through young adulthood.

As the SVP of Youth Development and Child Care you will drive a dynamic, year-round strategy that nurtures achievement, belonging, and success for thousands of young people across our region. You will serve as a senior leader guiding the vision, partnerships, and operations that position the YMCA as a leader in youth-serving organizations.

What you will do at the Y:

• Strategic Vision: Develop and implement a comprehensive youth development strategy aligned with YMCA values, community needs, and best practices.
• Program Innovation: Lead the creation of innovative, impactful, holistic, and age-appropriate programs in early learning, out of school time and summer camp.
• Operational Excellence: Optimize policies and procedures across the association to ensure consistency, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Child Safety: Champion youth protection policies and practices while leading compliance with all licensure and safety regulations in the DMV area.
• Community Partnerships: Cultivate strategic relationships with schools, local organizations, and regional leaders to address issues such as the achievement gap and bullying.
• Team Leadership: Recruit, mentor, and manage high-performing exempt staff across the Youth Development department.
• Evaluation & Impact: Implement data-driven tools and assessments to evaluate program effectiveness and inform future growth.
• Resource Development: Work collaboratively with philanthropy team to identify funding opportunities to expand number of children served.

Who You Are:

• Experienced Executive: Master’s degree in Education, Social Work, Public Administration, Nonprofit Management, or a related field required.
• Proven Leader: Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership experience in youth development or a related multi-site setting.
• Compliance-Savvy: Deep understanding of licensing requirements and child safety regulations in the DMV area.
• Strategic & Analytical: Skilled in strategic planning, budget oversight, and use of data to guide decision-making.
• Relationship-Builder: Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage with staff, families, funders, and partners.
• Mission-Driven: Passionate about youth empowerment, and advancing the mission of the YMCA.
• Research-Informed: Deep knowledge of current research and trends in youth development, including emerging best practices, innovation, and the evolving landscape of youth service providers.
• Positive Youth Development (PYD) Framework: Demonstrated ability to design and lead programs using a strengths-based, PYD approach that promotes youth voice, engagement, and growth.
• Curriculum Design: Experience in developing age-appropriate curriculum that supports leadership, social-emotional learning, and life skills.
• Pipeline Development: Skilled in building and sustaining a youth development pipeline that supports participants from birth through young adulthood, including key transitions such as early education, school-age care, teen leadership, and career exploration.
• Metrics & Impact: Ability to design and implement tools that measure the long-term outcomes and community impact of YMCA youth programs, using both qualitative and quantitative methods.

Why you should join us:

• The YMCA offers a supportive and dynamic work environment that encourages personal and professional growth. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community while enjoying a range of benefits designed to support your overall well-being. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy as an employee:
• Mission-Driven Work: Shape the lives of young people and uplift our communities every day.
• Competitive Salary Range: $140,000–$150,000, based on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Free Y Membership: Full membership for you and your family to support wellness and connection.
• Retirement Plans: The Y contributes 10% of your salary to a retirement plan, with additional 403(b) and Roth options.
• Paid Time Off: Generous vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Professional Growth: Ongoing access to leadership development and training.

Ready to Lead with Purpose?

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to maintaining a workplace that values integrity, respect, and equitable treatment for all individuals.

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• Seniority level

  Executive

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  Full-time

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  Wellness and Fitness Services

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