Youth Development Director
Lead priorities, coordinate stakeholders and translate organizational goals into responsible action.
Help young people learn, lead and thrive
Youth Development Jobs
Search youth development jobs in mentoring, enrichment, after-school programs, workforce readiness, family engagement and program leadership.
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Career possibilities
Roles found across mission-driven organizations
Program Coordinator
Build reliable programs, communication and systems that help people and missions succeed.
Youth Mentor
Lead priorities, coordinate stakeholders and translate organizational goals into responsible action.
After-School Program Manager
Build reliable programs, communication and systems that help people and missions succeed.
Family Engagement Specialist
Lead priorities, coordinate stakeholders and translate organizational goals into responsible action.
Youth Services Manager
Build reliable programs, communication and systems that help people and missions succeed.
Understand the work
What to evaluate before applying
Titles vary across youth-serving nonprofits, schools, community centers, foundations and workforce programs. Read the responsibilities carefully and compare reporting relationships, decision authority, team size, resources and the outcomes expected during the first year.
- Experience with positive youth development practice
- Experience with program planning and facilitation
- Experience with family and school partnerships
- Experience with safeguarding, evaluation and team leadership
1. Scope
Understand ownership and priorities.
2. Evidence
Prepare relevant accomplishments.
3. Mission
Connect experience to the work.
4. Questions
Assess support and expectations.
For employers
Reach professionals who understand this work
Describe the mission, actual responsibilities, reporting structure, compensation, location expectations and measures of success. Specific postings help qualified professionals recognize where they can contribute.
Post this type of roleView posting optionsRelated strengths
- Positive youth development practice
- Program planning and facilitation
- Family and school partnerships
- Safeguarding, evaluation and team leadership
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Current opportunities
Youth Development Jobs on Foundation List
Program Coordinator, High School Workforce Pathways
A Full-time Job
The Urban Alliance Foundation
Aug.
Executive Director
A Full-time Job
Lena Park Community Development Corporation
Aug.
Vice President, People & Culture
A Full-time Job
Community Initiatives
Aug.
Associate Director of Development - West Coast Region
A Full-time Job
Hadassah
Jul.
Questions and answers
Frequently asked questions
What types of organizations hire for youth development jobs?
Opportunities may be available with youth-serving nonprofits, schools, community centers, foundations and workforce programs. The exact title and scope vary by organization.
How should candidates evaluate youth development jobs?
Compare the responsibilities, reporting relationship, authority, resources, location requirements and measures of success rather than relying on the title alone.
How can employers attract qualified candidates?
Use a clear title, explain the mission and priorities, publish compensation and location expectations, and describe what successful work will look like.