Lead Youth Development Specialist

Bgcaz; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

BGCAZ in Tempe is seeking a Lead Youth Development Specialist to work with Branch leadership and Youth Development Professionals to ensure high-quality programming across five core areas. The role involves planning, coordinating, and supervising youth activities for members and teens, with a focus on safe, engaging experiences.

The position is part-time (10–25 hours/week), requires training, and offers opportunities to support youth development practices and community outreach within the Branch

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• Must obtain/maintain CPR, First Aid, and Food Handler’s Certification within first 90 days.
• Must have and maintain a valid Arizona driver’s license.
• Six months employment with BGCAZ preferred.

Responsibilities

• Employs BGCAZ Rules of Engagement in day-to-day interactions with staff.
• Facilitates programs/sessions modeling group management and youth engagement practices.
• Assist Youth Development Specialists with program planning, daily preparation, and participant data collection.
• Informally observes Youth Development Professionals and provide feedback and coaching.
• Plan, promote and conduct specialized events and programs, including Leagues.

Skills

Group management

Youth engagement

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

CPR/First Aid certification

Arizona driver’s license

BGCAZ tenure preference

Job description

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO: Program Director

DIVISION: Club Operations

DIRECT REPORTS: N/A

Details: This is a part‑time position, working approximately 10-25 hours per week, Monday-Friday. Paid training and orientation are required.

JOB SUMMARY

The Lead Youth Development Specialist works with Branch leadership and Youth Development Professionals to ensure high-quality programming and youth development practices are implemented throughout the Branch. Boys & Girls Clubs offers daily access to a broad range of programs in five core program areas (Character and Leadership Development; Education and Career Development; Health and Life Skills; The Arts; and Sports, Fitness and Recreation) and several specialized initiatives. All programs are designed to drive positive outcomes for youth and reinforce necessary life skills. The Lead Youth Development Specialist will assist with Branch program planning, program implementation, member program coordination and supervision of programs and activities for youth and/or teens

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential functions and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Employs BGCAZ “Rules of Engagement” in day to day interactions with staff
• Facilitates programs/sessions modeling group management, program instruction, and youth engagement practices to ensure healthy and safe program environments
• Assist Youth Development Specialists with program planning (including calendars and lesson plans), daily preparation, participant data collection and high-quality practices to boost engagement
• Informally observes Youth Development Professionals and provide feedback and coaching, including coordination of shadow/observation opportunities for new Youth Development Professionals
• Plan, promote and conduct specialized event and programs, including Leagues

EDUCATION AND OR EXPERIENCE, LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalency certificate
• Must obtain/maintain a current CPR, First Aid, and Food Handler’s Certification (within first 90 days of employment)
• Must have and maintain a valid Arizona driver’s license
• Must have six months employment with BGCAZ ( preferred)

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supports and mirrors the culture, mission, values, and core beliefs of Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley.
• Promotes an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces diversity.
• May include assisting with food program.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY AND SKILLS - REQUIRED

• Workingknowledge of federal and state laws and company policies and procedures
• Ability to participates in investigations
• Ability to support the physical property and assets of the Club
• Ability to manage small and large groups of youth in various settings.
• Ability to implement effective individual behavior management
• Abilityto maintain and cultivate excellent member/family and communityrelationships and possess excellent customer service skills
• Ability to interact effectively and communicate (in writing and orally) with a variety of youth, staff, volunteers, families, and community members.
• Ability to establish learning objectives for program and activities
• Knowledge of Youth Development service delivery
• Ability to articulate for giving, serve as an ambassador, engage in relationship building and promote philanthropy
• Ability to support the efficiency of Volunteers and future workforce needs to support volunteer program operations

RECOMMENDED

• Direct youth programming experience.
• Ability to earn and maintain CPR and First Aid certifications.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND DRIVING

• Some travel required between BGCAZ Branches, schools and community sites