Date Posted: March 27th 2025

Position Title: Manager, Child Care Operations for Early Years and School-Age Programs

Location: Within one of YMCA BC’s main hubs: Lower Mainland

Term: Permanent, Full Time

Shift: Monday-Friday, varied shifts

Start Date: As soon as possible

Salary: $70,000- $72,100 annually (Plus, an additional $6 per hour for

Licensed ECE's as per the ECE Wage Enhancement Initiative)

Reports To: Director, Child Care Operations

Benefits:

• Competitive vacation and paid sick time

• Free YMCA Gym Membership+ Y@Home

• Generous employer-matched pension plan

• Eligibility for Extended Medical and Dental Benefits

• Training and Professional Development Opportunities

• Extensive Employee assistance program

• Reduced childcare rates and priority placement for YMCA Staff

• Be part of a charitable organization that positively impacts the community

• Some benefits may vary based on employment terms

Nature & Scope

Reporting to the Director, Child Care Operations, the Manager, Child Care Operations, is responsible for overseeing the operations of multiple child care Early Years and School-Age programs and related initiatives that promote the health and well-being of children and families. This role provides leadership to staff, ensures high-quality program delivery, and fosters strong relationships with key stakeholders.

Aligned with the Organization’s Strategic Plan, key priorities include supporting the growth and sustainability of licensed child care, enhancing program offerings, and maintaining a positive, inclusive environment for children and families.

Major Responsibilities**-** in this position, you will**:**

• Provide leadership to multiple licensed child care programs, ensuring a culture of respect, inclusion, and appreciation for diverse backgrounds and experiences within the community.
• Foster an environment that promotes cultural safety and inclusiveness for staff, children, and families.
• Coach, develop, and support program leaders and frontline staff to achieve excellence in service delivery.
• Ensure programs meet all regulatory requirements, including Provincial Licensing Legislation, and align with organizational standards.
• Oversee budgeting, financial planning, and donor-funded initiatives to support program sustainability.
• Actively contribute as part of a collaborative management team to advance the organization’s mission and strategic priorities.
• Maintain focus on achieving operational targets related to annual plans, budgets, fundraising, grant proposals, and special projects, while ensuring programs operate at full capacity.

Qualification**-you bring:**

• Minimum of 5 years successfully leading teams of staff or volunteers, with a focus on coaching and development.
• Post-secondary education in a related field; a university degree is preferred. Early Childhood Education Certificate (ECE) considered an asset
• Exceptional oral and written communication abilities, including strong business writing skills.
• Demonstrated experience collaborating with diverse and marginalized communities and building strong stakeholder and partner relationships.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience in fundraising and grant writing is considered an asset.
• Valid First Aid certification required.
• Successful candidate will be required to provide 3 satisfactory references
• Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record check with a Vulnerable sector search issued no later than six (6) months preceding the start date.

About YMCA BC:

By igniting belonging and championing health equity, YMCA BC strengthens the foundations of community. With over 3,000 employees and volunteers, YMCA BC serves 150,000 individuals of all ages, backgrounds and abilities across hundreds of service locations, from the Sunshine Coast to Fort St. John.

As a charity, YMCA BC promotes equitable access to healthier outcomes by providing vital programs and services to help address many of our communities' most pressing social issues, including health and wellness, affordable child care and camps, mental health, employment services and community health.

We believe there is potential inside all of us and envision vibrant, healthy and inclusive communities for all.

YMCA BC is firmly committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB). By taking an intersectional approach to our programs and services, the YMCA is committed to creating spaces and experiences where everyone feels safe, welcome, and like they belong. Learn more at bc.ymca.ca.

Application Process**-**ready to make a difference?

We invite you to apply today and find your WHY!

Internal Applicants: Please apply online to this position through the ADP Workforce Now Career Centre. (Myself/Talent/Career Centre)

Application Deadline: Until filled

• Please include any and all relevant certifications in your online application.

You will receive an automated notification to confirm receipt of your application.

• If short-listed for a position: We will contact you to move forward to the next step.
• If not selected for a specific posting: Continue applying for future positions matching your qualifications and interests.

Note: Depending on the role, we may need to provide preference to internal applicants first. We treat each competition independently and encourage you to keep applying should your experience and qualification be a match for the role.

Does this role sound like a great fit, but you don’t meet every requirement? At YMCA BC, we understand that qualifications and experiences vary. If this opportunity interests you, we encourage you to apply—even if your background doesn’t perfectly match every qualification.

YMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People Services department.

Thank you for your interest and application.