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NOW HIRING: SITE COORDINATORS
YMCA Y Scholars Program
Do you love the energy of leading a team on the ground—where every day brings new challenges and real wins for kids?
The YMCA Y Scholars Program is hiring Site Coordinators who lead by example, invest in their people, and hold a high bar for program quality. This role is bigger than a job title. It's your chance to run a site, grow a team, and deliver expanded learning experiences that students and families remember.
About the YMCA Y Scholars Program
At the YMCA Y Scholars Program, we envision a world where every student discovers their purpose and achieves their full potential.
Each day, we elevate youth voice by offering enrichment opportunities that foster leadership learning and healthy habits.
Does your mission align with ours?
Position Overview
- Start Date: Immediate
- Compensation: $33/hour
- Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
- Typical Schedule: 40 Hours/Week
- School Year: Monday–Friday, 10:00 AM–6:30 PM
- Summer: 8-hour shifts between 8:00 AM–6:00 PM
- Locations: Multiple elementary and middle school sites throughout Richmond, San Pablo, El Sobrante, and Oakland
- See all program sites: http://map.ymcayscholars.org
Position Benefits
- Free YMCA gym membership
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid holidays and paid time off
- YMCA retirement plan
- Ongoing leadership coaching and professional training
- Genuine opportunities to advance your career within the YMCA
What You'll Do
As a Site Coordinator, you'll own the day-to-day success of your school site—leading your team, keeping routines strong, and making sure every student has a safe, engaging, high-quality experience. Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading and managing a team of program staff with clarity and consistency
- Coaching and developing team members through regular, honest feedback
- Running daily program operations and keeping routines sharp
- Building genuine relationships with school partners, families, and community stakeholders
- Assessing program quality through observations and structured assessments
- Managing your site budget and program resources responsibly
- Tracking and analyzing attendance and program data
- Onboarding and training new staff so they start strong
- Putting youth development and expanded learning best practices into action
- Jumping into additional projects and program initiatives as needs arise
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- At least 2 years of experience in youth development
- At least 1 year of experience in staff or program management
- 48 college units or a passing score on the Instructional Aide Exam
- Ability to travel to sites and meetings (reliable transportation)
- Ability to clear DOJ/FBI background checks
- CPR, First Aid, AED, and Child Abuse Prevention certification within 30 days (provided)
The Right Fit Will Also:
- Lead with a growth mindset and a drive to keep improving
- Connect authentically with students, staff, and families
- Handle problems and conflicts with skill and composure
- Stay organized while juggling multiple priorities
- Let data shape decisions that strengthen program quality
- Own challenges and outcomes with full accountability
- Bring initiative, creativity, and everyday leadership to the work
Physical Requirements
The 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.
- Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions of position and to supervise program activities
- Must occasionally lift up to 30 lbs
- Frequent bending & standing
- Able to walk for long periods of time
- Visual ability to clearly monitor activities in both indoor and outdoor settings
- Mobility to quickly respond to emergencies
Why Join Us?
- Run your own site and set the tone for culture and quality
- Create impact you can see—in students, staff, and community
- Build real leadership, management, and operational skills
- Grow through hands-on coaching, training, and professional development
- Be part of a mission-driven organization where your leadership shows up every day
Ready to Make an Impact?
Your leadership could bring a team together. Your vision could lift a program higher. Your impact could change the path of hundreds of students.
If you're ready to lead with purpose and grow as a leader, we invite you to apply.
Join the YMCA Y Scholars Program as a Site Coordinator and help us build stronger communities.
Pay: $33.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
