Program Director

Girls Inc Of Tn Valley; Oak Ridge (TN); Vor Ort; USD 45.000 - 55.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

401(k)

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Vision insurance

Zusammenfassung

Girls Inc. of Tennessee Valley seeks an experienced Program Director to lead outreach program operations across Knox, Anderson, and Blount counties. The role supervises facilitators, ensures quality programming, manages enrollment data, and tracks outcomes.

The ideal candidate balances leadership with hands-on coordination, travels regionally, and supports a mission-driven, data-informed culture. On-site work with potential hybrid flexibility after probation.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• At least three years of experience in youth programs, education, nonprofit services, or related field.
• Experience supervising staff or coordinating programs.
• Strong organization, problem-solving, data management, and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel across Knox, Anderson, and Blount counties; reliable transportation.
• Ability to complete required background screenings.

Aufgaben

• Oversee daily operations at school-based and community outreach sites across three counties.
• Ensure consistent delivery of Girls Inc. curricula and program standards.
• Manage site schedules, staffing, materials, and logistics.
• Visit sites regularly to assess quality and support facilitators.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director on improvements and organizational initiatives.
• Supervise outreach facilitators and coordinate schedules and coverage.
• Maintain enrollment, census data, and reporting accuracy for grants.
• Build relationships with schools, families, and community partners.
• Promote safe, trauma-informed, youth-centered programming.

Kenntnisse

Organization

Problem-solving

Data management

Communication

Willingness to travel

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Airtable

Jobbeschreibung

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Program Director

GIRLS INC. OF TENNESSEE VALLEY

Location: 1978 Oak Ridge Turnpike Oak Ridge, TN | Serving Knox, Anderson & Blount counties

Position: Full-time, salaried | Reports to: Executive Director

Compensation: $50,000 annually plus benefits

Work arrangement: Primarily on-site; potential hybrid flexibility after probationary period

About Girls Inc. of Tennessee Valley

Girls Inc. of Tennessee Valley inspires girls to be strong, smart, and bold through mentorship, supportive relationships, and evidence-based programming. Serving Knox, Anderson, and Blount counties, we work to expand opportunities for girls, particularly those experiencing poverty, trauma, family instability, and other barriers to success.

Position Summary

We seek an experienced, highly organized, mission-driven Program Director to lead outreach program operations across our three-county service area. The director supervises facilitators, ensures quality programming, manages enrollment and census reporting, oversees data collection, and tracks outcomes.

We are seeking a proactive, collaborative leader ready to hit the ground running who thrives in a small, mission-driven team where flexibility, initiative, and a willingness to pitch in are essential. The ideal candidate balances priorities, works closely with colleagues, and contributes wherever needed. Above all, this individual is passionate about expanding opportunities for girls facing adversity and fostering a supportive, accountable team culture.

Regular travel throughout Knox, Anderson, and Blount counties is required as needed for site visits, staff support, and partner engagement.

Program Leadership and Operations

• Oversee daily operations at school-based and community outreach sites in all three counties.
• Ensure consistent delivery of Girls Inc. curricula and program standards.
• Manage site schedules, staffing assignments, materials, and logistics.
• Visit sites regularly to assess quality, support facilitators, and resolve challenges.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director on improvements, priorities, and organization-wide initiatives.

Staff Leadership and Accountability

• Supervise, coach, and evaluate outreach facilitators; coordinate schedules and coverage.
• Set expectations for professionalism, preparation, communication, and performance.
• Lead team meetings, training, and check-ins; address concerns promptly.
• Cultivate a collaborative, mission-centered culture of shared responsibility.

Data Collection, Census, and Outcomes

• Oversee accurate collection of enrollment, attendance, demographic, and participation data.
• Maintain current census records; monitor enrollment, retention, attendance, and site capacity.
• Ensure timely, accurate database entry and monitor key performance indicators.
• Coordinate surveys and assessments; prepare regular reports for the Executive Director.
• Provide data for grant reporting, funder updates, and organizational planning.
• Maintain confidential, organized participant records in accordance with policy.

School and Community Partnerships

• Build relationships with school administrators, teachers, families, and community partners.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for assigned sites and support recruitment and retention.
• Represent Girls Inc. professionally throughout the three-county service area.

Program Quality and Youth Safety

• Maintain safe, inclusive, engaging, developmentally appropriate programs.
• Promote trauma-informed practices and positive youth development.
• Support facilitators in addressing behavioral and emotional needs.
• Ensure compliance with youth protection policies and mandatory reporting requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent relevant experience.
• At least three years of relevant experience in youth programs, education, nonprofit services, or a related field.
• Experience supervising staff or coordinating programs.
• Strong organization, problem-solving, data management, and communication skills.
• Ability to take initiative and manage competing priorities while working collaboratively.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed across Knox, Anderson, and Blount counties; reliable transportation.
• Ability to complete required background screenings.

Preferred Qualifications

• School-based or community outreach experience; work with youth facing adversity.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and positive youth development.
• Program evaluation, grant reporting, performance metrics, or Airtable experience.

Our Ideal Candidate

• Takes ownership, follows through, and contributes immediately.
• Balances strong relationships with operational discipline and accurate data.
• Communicates clearly, adapts quickly, and willingly pitches in wherever needed.
• Believes in the potential of every girl and the value of measurable impact.

Compensation and Benefits

• Annual salary: $50,000.
• Major medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer-matching IRA retirement plan.
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid sick leave.
• Potential hybrid work arrangement after successful completion of the probationary period, based on performance, program needs, and Executive Director approval.
• Professional development and leadership growth opportunities.

This role requires regular in-person engagement and travel across all three counties. An approved hybrid arrangement does not remove those responsibilities.

Measures of Success

Performance will be assessed through program quality, facilitator effectiveness, accurate and timely census and data reporting, enrollment and attendance outcomes, partnerships, and overall operational effectiveness.

Girls Inc. of Tennessee Valley is an equal opportunity employer.