Job Title:Chief Program Officer (Full-Time), YMCA Corporate Office
Position Summary:The Chief Program Officer (CPO) serves as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team and provides strategic leadership for the YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg's full program portfolio. This includes Youth Development, Aquatics, Sports, Dance, and community-based initiatives and partnerships.
This role is responsible for driving program strategy, growth, and performance across the association, ensuring all programs are high-quality, financially sustainable, and aligned with the YMCA's mission. The CPO leads efforts to expand community impact, strengthen partnerships, and position the YMCA as a leader in innovative, accessible programming.
Key Responsibilities
Program Strategy & Portfolio Leadership
- Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive, association-wide program strategy focused on growth, impact, and sustainability.
- Oversee the full program portfolio, ensuring alignment between mission, community needs, and financial performance.
- Identify and advance opportunities for program expansion, new site development, and innovative service delivery models.
- Foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and innovation across all program areas.
Youth Development Leadership
- Provide strategic oversight of all Youth Development programs, including Preschool Academies, School-Aged Programs, Y Reads, Prodigy, and Teen Programming.
- Partner with program leaders to strengthen structure, strategy, and long-term sustainability.
- Drive continuous improvement in program design, staffing models, and participant outcomes.
Association-Wide Program Alignment
- Provide shared leadership for Aquatics, Sports, and Dance programs in partnership with branch leadership.
- Establish and implement association-wide standards, policies, and best practices.
- Ensure consistency in program design, delivery, and member experience across all locations.
Growth, Expansion & Community Partnerships
- Lead efforts to expand the YMCA's reach through strategic partnerships with schools, municipalities, and community organizations.
- Identify and execute opportunities for program growth and market expansion.
- Serve as a key external representative, enhancing the YMCA's visibility and community presence.
Program Performance & Innovation
- Establish and monitor key performance indicators, including participation, revenue, and program outcomes.
- Utilize data and insights to drive decision-making and improve performance.
- Champion innovative program models that increase accessibility, relevance, and impact.
Leadership & Executive Collaboration
- Lead, coach, and develop senior program leaders across multiple disciplines and locations.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to align programs with marketing, funding, and operational strategies.
- Build strong leadership alignment and accountability across branches and program areas.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Education, Nonprofit Management, or related field required; Master's preferred.
- 10+ years of senior leadership experience in multi-site program operations, preferably within the YMCA or a similar organization.
- Strong background across multiple program areas (youth development, aquatics, sports, wellness, etc.).
- Demonstrated success in driving program growth, partnerships, and expansion initiatives.
- Experience managing multi-program budgets and revenue-generating operations.
- Proven ability to lead within a matrixed, multi-site organizational structure.
- Strong strategic thinking, operational execution, and relationship-building skills.
- Excellent communication skills and executive presence.
Pay & Perks: Full-Time, $120,000-$135,000/annual, commensurate with experience, excellent benefits including a 12% employer-funded retirement plan upon eligibility; 403(b) savings plan, high quality and affordable healthcare, complimentary YMCA membership for employee and family, generous paid time off package, ongoing professional development opportunities, a collaborative, mission-driven leadership environment.
Work Location: Corporate Office - 600 1st Ave N, Suite 201, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
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