Director, Summer Discovery & Out of School Time (OST) Learning

Job Description

Job Description

Join United Way for Southeastern Michigan as the Director of Summer Discovery & Out of School Time (OST) Learning and make a significant impact in the K-12 education space. This role allows you to leverage your expertise in nonprofit, K-12 Public Schools and community-based organization partnerships to enhance out-of-school education programs. You will lead innovative program implementation that fosters engagement and development for children, aligning with our mission of empowerment and excellence in education. Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid working arrangement while collaborating with a high-performance team dedicated to making a difference.

The pay for this exciting opportunity is $98,000 , reflecting our commitment to attracting top talent in the field. You will receive great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Competitive Salary, Paid Time Off, 403(b) Retirement account with match, Organization paid STD/LTD and AD&D, Choice of BCBS PPO or HMO, Accident, Critical Incident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, and ASPCA Pet Insurance. Apply today and help shape the future of OST learning in Detroit, where your leadership can turn visions into reality.

What is it like to work united? Here at United Way for Southeastern Michigan our employees combine their individual strengths to develop solutions to some of our region's toughest challenges alongside our donors, advocates, volunteers and partners. Join our team as we work collaboratively to impact the communities within southeastern Michigan! For more than 100 years, we've responded to the community's most pressing challenges around children and family, health and the community. Honored with a symbolic or actual "torch drive" each year, our annual campaign has brought thousands of companies and individuals together for a common cause: supporting our Southeastern Michigan communities.

As the Director of Summer Discovery and Out of School Time (OST) Learning at United Way for Southeastern Michigan (UWSEM), you will lead the organization's mission in developing and implementing impactful OST programs. Your primary focus will be overseeing the Summer Discovery program, where UWSEM acts as both the fiduciary and local implementation partner. This vital role entails collaborating with key stakeholders, including funders and community organizations, to set the strategic vision for UWSEM's partnerships with OST providers. You will manage a cross-functional team, ensuring that resources are effectively allocated and that new providers are recruited. Your expertise in public school systems will be crucial as you coordinate programming, establish centralized enrollment for families, and oversee grant stewardship.

As a champion for equity and a thought leader in OST, you will represent UWSEM in community engagements, fostering partnerships that enhance the reach and quality of Summer Discovery and OST initiatives across the region.

To excel as the Director of Summer Discovery and Out of School Time (OST) Learning at United Way for Southeastern Michigan (UWSEM), a comprehensive skill set is essential. A solid understanding of the regional context, especially regarding K-12 public school systems and community-based organizations that support children in Southeastern Michigan, is crucial. Candidates should possess significant experience in OST program design and delivery, coupled with a proven track record of leading large-scale, cross-functional projects.

Strong problem-solving and organizational skills will enable you to effectively manage multiple initiatives simultaneously. Additionally, the ability to cultivate collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders, including senior leaders, is vital. Success in this role requires outstanding independent work capabilities alongside team collaboration.

Exceptional presentation skills are necessary to clearly articulate ideas and proposals, whether facilitating discussions or engaging wider audiences.

Demonstrated data analysis proficiency is also critical to drive decisions and enhance program outcomes.

Knowledge and skills required for the position are

• Bachelor's degree in education, Social Work or related field required
• A master's degree or other advanced degree strongly preferred
• 6+ years of experience working within school systems and/or non-profit organizations
• At least 3 years of experience working in a school district's central office or the leadership team of a large non-profit
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data and use it to drive decisions and improve outcomes

Work Schedule:

Monday through Friday with some evening and weekend events
Work is hybrid to include in-office, from home, and on-site from multiple sites

If you have these qualities and meet the basic job requirements, we'd love to have you on our team. Apply now using our online application!

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This posting will close Monday, September 1st