Community Center Program Director: Lead Programs & Growth

salvarmycareers; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k / pension plan

Generous time off

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Chicago's Adele and Robert Stern Red Shield Community Center is seeking a Program Director to lead recreation, education, and community initiatives. You will ensure programs are financially sustainable, aligned with the Corps’ mission, and delivered with excellence.

This role reports to the Corps Officer and requires strong leadership and fiscal oversight. Responsibilities include directing program development, marketing, outreach, staff supervision, and ensuring facilities

Qualifications

• An Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation or Child Development; comparable experience considered.
• 2 years experience in a similar position including program development and community interaction.
• Valid Driver’s license/MVR clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership of programs and service management to develop high quality programs within a sound fiscal structure and in-line with the Corps’ mission and ministry objectives.
• Diversify programs to meet age and ethnic demographics.
• Develop/update annually both short and long term outlines for program and service priorities, including staffing and funding.
• Lead marketing, outreach and community engagement to promote program participation and partnership opportunities.
• Ensure maintenance, safety and inventory of gym and community center facilities and equipment.

Skills

Staff management

Program development

Budgeting

Community outreach

Public speaking

Multi-tasking

Cross-cultural experience

Education

Recreation or Child Development degree

Job description

The Salvation Army in Chicago's Adele and Robert Stern Red Shield Community Center is seeking a Program Director to lead recreation, education, and community initiatives. You will ensure programs are financially sustainable, aligned with the Corps’ mission, and delivered with excellence.

This role reports to the Corps Officer and requires strong leadership and fiscal oversight. Responsibilities include directing program development, marketing, outreach, staff supervision, and ensuring facilities