Program Specialist

Kids for the Future; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 35,568 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Kids for the Future in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Program Specialist to oversee the implementation and evaluation of BGCA programs and locally designed initiatives for school-age youth. You will ensure staffing, training, and support across Club sites, with emphasis on safety and strong outcomes.

The role requires a high school diploma, at least 1 year with BGCA or similar youth service, and ability to manage multiple projects while coordinating partners and volunteers.

Qualifications

• Postsecondary education degree, trade, vocational, apprenticeship, or other equivalent required.
• One year of experience with Boys & Girls Clubs (or similar youth-serving organization).
• Proficiency in fostering youth development through engagement and support.
• Strong oral and written communication with students, parents, and staff.
• Knowledge of development needs of school-aged youth and teens.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and record keeping/database administration preferred.
• Must be able to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee program implementation and evaluation aligned with BGCCI mission and measurable outcomes.
• Ensure proper staffing and supervision ratios for all programs.
• Develop curriculum and manage outcomes for locally designed programs.
• Plan field trips and hands-on activities to enhance learning.
• Promote participation, recruit members, and orient new members.
• Maintain safety and health of all members, staff, and visitors.
• Coordinate staff and volunteers to ensure program performance.
• Communicate daily schedules and upcoming events to members and families.
• Attend regularly scheduled meetings and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Spanish language skills

Oral and written communication

Self-starter

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Location 201 County Line Rd.,Des Moines, IA, 50320,United States
• Base Pay $35,568.00 - $40,000.00 / Year
• Employee Type RFT - Exempt
• Required Degree High school
• Travel 5%
• Manage Others Yes

Contact information

• Phone [phone]

Description

The Program Specialist oversees the implementation of BGCA and other approved programs as well as the design and evaluation of locally designed programs targeted primary for school age children and/or teens. The P.S. oversees the curriculum development and outcome management of these programs. They ensure proper staffing, training, equipment, and support of all programs in designated Club site. Must be over 21 years of age to work for this Club location.

Requirements

• Plan, develop, implement and evaluate all programs designed to align with the BGCCI mission and achieve measurable outcomes
• Assure proper staffing of all programs, including strict attention to ratios for adult supervision as provided by BGCCI
• Provides positive guidance, discipline and role modeling to members at all times
• Schedules activities and/or program partners for Club site that provides equitable and consistent participation in all Club activities
• Designs and implements a compelling and enriching extra-curricular program of field trip activities to provide a "hands-on" educational experience for Club members, with particular emphasis on spring break and summer schedules
• Promotes and stimulates program participation, recruits new members, and participates in new member orientation process
• Provides for the safety and health of all Club members, staff, and outside groups through effective use of staff and material resources
• Ensure productive and effective performance by all program staff and volunteers
• Increase visibility of Club programs via posting of daily schedule, announcements of upcoming events and the dissemination of timely information to members and families
• Attend regularly scheduled meetings
• Performs other duties as assigned

EXPERIENCE AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Postsecondary education degree, trade, vocational, apprenticeship, or other equivalent required
• One year of experience with Boys & Girls Clubs (or similar youth-serving organization)
• Skills in fostering youth development, through encouragement, engagement, involvement and emotional support
• Effective interpersonal skills (including oral and written communication) particularly with elementary, middle, and high school aged students. Also, must possess the ability to deal effectively with parents, community leaders, educators, administrators, other staff and volunteers
• Working knowledge of the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development needs of school aged youth and teens
• Basic computer skills required and familiarity with Microsoft Office and a record keeping/membership database administration preferred
• Ability to be flexible and to adapt to changing priorities
• Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to work with multiple projects concurrently, prioritize workload, and consistently meet deadlines
• Self-starter with a high degree of initiative
• Ability to work well independently and as a member of teams
• Positive and professional attitude and demeanor
• Valid Iowa State Driver’s License and a clean driving record
• Spanish language skills highly preferred, but not required