{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"3fafbba6991a0ef68b8e9841","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/3fafbba6991a0ef68b8e9841","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/3fafbba6991a0ef68b8e9841","title":"Youth Development Program Manager","description":"BUILD TEAMS. CHAMPION QUALITY. CHANGE LIVES.\nNow Hiring: Program Manager\nYMCA Y Scholars Program\nDo you thrive when you're coaching people, solving problems, and raising the bar—all at once?\nThe YMCA Y Scholars Program is searching for a driven Program Manager who leads with heart and delivers with excellence. You'll guide teams across multiple school communities, deepen our school partnerships, and help define what great expanded learning looks like. This isn't just a management role—it's your platform to develop future leaders, sharpen program systems, and create real, lasting impact for students and families.\nAbout the YMCA Y Scholars Program\nAt the YMCA Y Scholars Program, we envision a world where every student discovers their purpose and achieves their full potential.\nEach day, we elevate youth voice by offering enrichment opportunities that foster leadership learning and healthy habits.\nDoes your mission align with ours?\nPosition Overview\nStart Date: Immediate\nCompensation: $74,000–$80,000 annually, depending on experience\nStatus: Full-Time, Exempt\nTypical Schedule: Monday–Friday, 10:00 AM–6:30 PM\nLocations: Multiple elementary and middle school sites throughout Richmond, San Pablo, El Sobrante, and Oakland\nSee all program sites: http://map.ymcayscholars.org\nPosition Benefits\nFree YMCA gym membership\nMedical, dental, and vision insurance\nPaid holidays and paid time off\nYMCA retirement plan\nContinuous leadership development and professional training\nRoom to grow—real opportunities for advancement within the YMCA\nWhat You'll Do\nAs Program Manager, you'll be the driving force behind program excellence across multiple school sites—developing staff, strengthening operations, and keeping quality at the center of everything. Here's what your days will include:\nMentor, coach, and develop Site Coordinators, Group Leaders, and volunteers across multiple school sites\nSpearhead program quality initiatives that align with school district and state requirements\nSteer daily operations, staffing, scheduling, and site support\nOwn program budgets, purchasing, and operational resources\nForge strong partnerships with school administrators, district leaders, and community organizations\nDig into attendance, enrollment, compliance, and program outcome data using Airtable, Google Workspace, and other systems\nElevate family engagement and make sure every family receives exceptional communication and support\nRecruit, onboard, train, and grow staff in collaboration with YMCA Human Resources\nChampion YMCA fundraising events, strategic initiatives, and organizational priorities\nTroubleshoot operational challenges while continuously strengthening systems and program quality\nWhat We're Looking For\nRequired Qualifications\nA minimum of 3 years of experience in youth development, education, or expanded learning\nA minimum of 1 year of supervisory or team leadership experience\n48 college units or a passing score on the California Instructional Aide Exam\nValid California driver's license and reliable transportation for regular site visits\nAbility to clear DOJ/FBI background checks\nCPR, First Aid, AED, and Child Abuse Prevention certification within 30 days (provided)\nThe Right Fit Will Also:\nMotivate and grow high-performing teams\nCultivate trusted relationships with schools, families, and community partners\nLead with emotional intelligence, professionalism, and accountability\nUse data to drive decisions that lift program quality\nBlend big-picture strategy with hands-on operational leadership\nStay organized and focused while managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment\nCommunicate with clarity and confidence—whether with staff, families, district personnel, or senior leadership\nShow up with initiative, resilience, and a genuine commitment to getting better every day\nPhysical Requirements\nThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform theThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nSufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions of position and to supervise program activities\nMust occasionally lift up to 30 lbs\nFrequent bending & standing\nAble to walk for long periods of time\nVisual ability to clearly monitor activities in both indoor and outdoor settings\nMobility to quickly respond to emergencies\nWhy Join Us?\nShape team culture and set the standard for program quality\nSee your impact firsthand—in youth, staff, and the community\nSharpen your leadership, management, and operational skills\nBenefit from dedicated coaching, training, and professional development\nJoin a mission-driven organization where your leadership genuinely matters\nReady to Make an Impact?\nYour leadership could unite a team. Your vision could raise a program to new heights. Your impact could shape the futures of hundreds of students.\nIf you're ready to lead with purpose and keep growing as a leader, we invite you to apply.\nJoin the YMCA Y Scholars Program as a Program Manager and help us build stronger communities.\nPay: $74,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year\nBenefits:\n401(k)\nDental insurance\nEmployee discount\nFlexible spending account\nHealth insurance\nLife insurance\nPaid time off\nRetirement plan\nVision insurance\nWork Location: In person","company":"YMC","rawCompany":"ymc","city":"Pinole","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-03T18:57:58.424Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-9151.00","title":"Social and Community Service Managers","slug":"social-and-community-service-managers"},{"code":"13-1082.00","title":"Project Management Specialists","slug":"project-management-specialists"},{"code":"11-3131.00","title":"Training and Development Managers","slug":"training-and-development-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"624110","title":"Child and Youth Services","slug":"child-and-youth-services"},{"code":"923110","title":"Administration of Education Programs","slug":"administration-of-education-programs"},{"code":"611710","title":"Educational Support Services","slug":"educational-support-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Youth Development Program Manager","description":"BUILD TEAMS. CHAMPION QUALITY. CHANGE LIVES.\nNow Hiring: Program Manager\nYMCA Y Scholars Program\nDo you thrive when you're coaching people, solving problems, and raising the bar—all at once?\nThe YMCA Y Scholars Program is searching for a driven Program Manager who leads with heart and delivers with excellence. You'll guide teams across multiple school communities, deepen our school partnerships, and help define what great expanded learning looks like. This isn't just a management role—it's your platform to develop future leaders, sharpen program systems, and create real, lasting impact for students and families.\nAbout the YMCA Y Scholars Program\nAt the YMCA Y Scholars Program, we envision a world where every student discovers their purpose and achieves their full potential.\nEach day, we elevate youth voice by offering enrichment opportunities that foster leadership learning and healthy habits.\nDoes your mission align with ours?\nPosition Overview\nStart Date: Immediate\nCompensation: $74,000–$80,000 annually, depending on experience\nStatus: Full-Time, Exempt\nTypical Schedule: Monday–Friday, 10:00 AM–6:30 PM\nLocations: Multiple elementary and middle school sites throughout Richmond, San Pablo, El Sobrante, and Oakland\nSee all program sites: http://map.ymcayscholars.org\nPosition Benefits\nFree YMCA gym membership\nMedical, dental, and vision insurance\nPaid holidays and paid time off\nYMCA retirement plan\nContinuous leadership development and professional training\nRoom to grow—real opportunities for advancement within the YMCA\nWhat You'll Do\nAs Program Manager, you'll be the driving force behind program excellence across multiple school sites—developing staff, strengthening operations, and keeping quality at the center of everything. 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