Washington, D.C.
Posted: 14-May-25
Location: Washington, D.C.
Type: Full Time
Salary: $140,000.00 - $150,000.00
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Internal Number: 447
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 and Child Care 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.
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.
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.