Job description

• YWCA Lowell

Youth and Family Services Department Director

Job Description

YWCA of Lowell, a multi-service agency serving the Greater Lowell community since 1891, seeks a dynamic, experienced leader to direct YWCA Youth and Family Services operations and programs. Applicants should have a passion for excellence, be well-versed in best practices, committed to DEI, and have solid experience in developing and implementing policies, procedures, and operational reporting/metrics.

Responsibilities:

• Strategically plan all Department programming.
• Assist with fundraising efforts including sponsorship, donor cultivation, solicitation and stewardship, grants and special events in collaboration with YWCA Development Director and Executive Director.
• Set program metrics in conjunction with program managers.
• Maintain processes for accurate and complete record keeping and internal financial controls.
• Review department income and expense statements monthly with the Executive Director and Finance Director to discern trends and identify possible areas of concern. Develop and implement a strategy to address any identified issues.
• Consistently search for new funding opportunities to support current and future programming. Assist in applying for federal, state, local, and private funding as appropriate.
• Foster and maintain a professional relationship with community partners, and all affiliate/partnering agencies.
• Recruit, hire, and train new department staff.
• Conduct weekly staff meetings.
• Collect and maintain data for program outcome measurements.
• Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to grantors/donors.
• Oversee monthly invoicing, and approval of payment requests and reimbursements.
• Represent YWCA Lowell at community events, meetings, and other related activities.

Qualifications:

• Excellent written communication skills are a must.
• Financial management skills required.
• Federal, state, and local contract management experience required.
• Minimum 5 years experience managing diverse teams in a performance-driven environment.
• Bachelor’s Degree required. Master’s Degree strongly preferred.
• Proven experience in all aspects of private and public grants management.
• Strong grant-writing skills, as evidenced by 3 sample grant proposals submitted as part of the application.
• Experience and commitment to working with diverse populations.
• Outstanding problem-solving skills required to fulfill job responsibilities.
• Ability to multi-task and effectively manage many different responsibilities simultaneously required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office products in Windows/network environment.
• Certificate in Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED required. (Must earn certification within 30 days of hire.)
• Successful completion of CORI and SORI required
• Must support and participate in the YWCA’s mission: The YWCA is on a mission to eliminate racism, empower women, stand up for social justice, help families, and strengthen communities.

Salary: Commensurate with experience.

Benefits: 13 paid holidays, 3 weeks paid vacation plus 3 paid personal days and 12 sick days annually. Employer paid retirement plan (10% of annual salary) after 2 years of employment. Health insurance available (75% paid by employer). Opportunity to work remotely on occasion.

YWCA Lowell is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. YWCA Lowell does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
YWCA Lowell follows COVID-19 guidelines recommended by the CDC, the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, and the Lowell Board of Health.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• managing diverse teams in a goal-driven environment: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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