Program Director - Clinton Community Center

Boys-; Clinton (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley is seeking a Program Director to oversee out-of-school activities and programs, ensuring youth achieve academic success, healthy lifestyles, and strong character. You will work with the Executive or Club Director to manage the Club and drive program goals.

The role requires mentoring, staff supervision, grant reporting, and community liaison duties to promote club opportunities for youth and families.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old and have a high school diploma or GED.
• Experience with youth programs and grant management preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills required.
• Ability to supervise staff and ensure safety and compliance across programs.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain program goals and evaluate their effectiveness.
• Document attendance, engagement, achievements, and concerns.
• Complete grant reports and perform pre/post surveys to assess grant programs.
• Monitor staff and youth safety and ensure a safe environment.
• Mentor at-risk youth and serve as a positive role model.
• Interview, select, and train new club staff.
• Liaise with parents, schools, and community partners to promote programs.
• Coordinate tours for potential members and families.
• Manage administrative paperwork and club expenditures within budget.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Program management

Mentoring

Communication

Budget management

Grant management

Staff training

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

SUMMARY: The Program Director oversees out-of-school activities and programs to ensure all youth achieve academic success, maintain healthy lifestyles, and embody good character and citizenship. The Program Director works closely with the Executive or Club Director to help manage the Club.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:Establish and maintain program goals. Continuously evaluate and modify programs to ensure they respond to the needs of all youthDocument youth attendance, engagement, achievements, and concerns within specific programs and within the Club with designated membership tracking systemsComplete grant reports. Conduct pre- and post-surveys with youth to assess grant-funded programs. Document pre- and post-survey data within grant-specific databasesMonitor all program areas, Club staff, and youth to ensure staff and member safety. Prioritize member safetyOffer one-on-one mentoring to at-risk youth. Serve as a role model to all youthDelegate lesson-planning to Club staff and provide guidance to Club staff to ensure the successful delivery of programs to youth and offer alternative activities to meet every child’s needs and learning styleAssist Executive or Club Director in interviewing, selecting, and training new Club staffServe as liaison between youth, parents/guardians, schools, community groups, and Club staff to foster positive outcomes for youthConnect with parents/guardians, schools, and Club members to promote Club programs and opportunities and scheduling for parents and membersArrange and conduct Club tours to potential members and parents/guardians and to community partnersComplete administrative paperwork such as member accident reports, supply orders, transportation logs, etc. Answer and direct incoming callsManage program, activity, and partial Club expenditures within allocated budgetPerform other duties as assignedADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:Administers daily operations of the Club in absence of Executive Director or Club DirectorMaintain cleanliness and organization of the Club per state and organization standardsProvide meals to youth per United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) standardsIdentify methods by which to recruit additional Club membersSupervise youth on school busesCoordinate Club programs, activities, field trips, and other special eventsSKILLS & ABILITIES:Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook)Excellent written and verbal communication skillsExcellent conflict resolution skillsAbility to manage sensitive and confidential situationsAbility to effectively collaborate with parents/guardians, staff, directors, youth, and the communityAbility to meet the needs of youth of all ages and backgrounds and to modify lesson plans to meet individual needsEfficiently use standard office equipment such as printers, fax machines, and phonesAbility to lift and move up to 40 poundsAbility to remain active, energetic, and mobileREQUIREMENTS:18+ years of ageHigh school diploma or GED required1-2 years of experience with youth and/or grant management preferredMust pass local, state, and national criminal background checksMust pass initial drug screening and subsequent drug testsCPR Certification (certification offered by Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley post-hire)Passion for children!