Unit Director

Boys and Girls Club of the Northern Plains; Flandreau (SD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boys and Girls Club of the Northern Plains in Moody County, SD is seeking a Unit Director to lead day-to-day operations, public relations, and safety across Units, Extensions, and Community Impact Sites. You will ensure policy compliance, program quality, and a positive culture while engaging with parents and staff.

As the face of the Club locally, you will advance Positive Youth Development, coordinate with educational partners, oversee grants and events, and supervise a diverse team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Demonstrated experience working with youth preschool through 12th grade.
• Proven management and supervisory experience, ideally in a youth-serving or nonprofit environment.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to coach, mentor, and hold staff accountable.
• Positive, solutions-oriented outlook.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Deep understanding of youth development principles and behavior management aligned with the Club's core values.
• Ability to provide both immediate and reflective feedback that supports positive youth development.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations, public relations, and crisis management for all Units and sites.
• Oversee policy compliance, programming, safety, and culture.
• Engage regularly with parents, staff, and the administrative team.
• Represent the Club in the community and build relationships with school principals and counselors.
• Lead Unit-level recruitment and marketing initiatives.
• Administer grants and ensure programs meet objectives, reporting requirements, and budgets.
• Monitor membership data, ensure accurate participation tracking, and maintain documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Public relations

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

TITLE: Unit Director

REPORTS TO: Chief Operating Officer

CLASSIFIED: Full Time, Exempt

LOCATION: Moody County, SD

MISSION:

To inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Unit Director leads day-to-day operations, public relations, and crisis management for all Units, Extensions, and Community Impact Sites in their assigned community. They serve as the face of the Club locally, ensure implementation of the 5 Key Elements of Positive Youth Development, and oversee Club policy compliance, programming, safety, and culture. The Unit Director engages regularly with parents, staff, and the administrative team. All Boys & Girls Club employees are expected to uphold the mission of the Club.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operational Leadership & Facility Management

• Oversee daily Club operations at the Boys & Girls Club of Moody County, ensuring a safe, well-run environment for members and staff.
• Ensure smooth facility operations and proactively address youth and Club-wide management needs.
• Manage staffing coverage and safe operations during no-school days, inclement weather, and unplanned closures.
• Step in on unexpected or urgent operational needs as they arise.

Staff Leadership & Human Resources

• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and motivate full- and part-time staff.
• Conduct performance reviews (including 60-day, quarterly, and improvement plans), and manage disciplinary actions.
• Hold consistent one-on-one check-ins with direct reports and lead monthly staff meetings and required trainings.
• Ensure staff consistently implement the 5 Key Elements of Positive Youth Development.
• Promote and model the Club's core values: excellence, impact-driven work, teamwork, and integrity.

Youth Development & Member Services

• Support youth behavior and discipline plans; lead on major guidance and behavior matters.
• Ensure compliance with behavior policy, special needs protocols, safety standards, and success plans.
• Regularly assess program effectiveness and adjust to meet youth needs.
• Track and report on youth participation across Academic Success, Good Character & Citizenship, and Healthy Lifestyles.

Community Engagement & Public Relations

• Represent the Club in the community, including radio, TV, print, and Club tours.
• Build strong relationships with school principals, counselors, and other educational stakeholders.
• Cultivate parent relationships through orientations, ongoing communication, and daily interaction.
• Partner with local community groups to enhance services and community impact.
• Lead Unit-level recruitment and marketing initiatives.

Event, Program & Grant Oversight

• Lead planning, execution, and follow-up for Club special events.
• Administer grants and ensure programs meet objectives, deliverables, and reporting requirements.
• Provide program content for newsletters and publications.
• Complete annual BGCA Impact and Safety Assessments and meet all evaluation deadlines.

Fiscal Accountability

• Monitor and manage budgets for staffing, events, and program areas.
• Ensure resource allocation aligns with organizational priorities.

Administrative

• Attend all required organizational meetings, including monthly all-staff, weekly supervisor 1:1s, and Coordinator team meetings.
• Monitor membership data and null reports for accuracy, and ensure accurate duplicated and unduplicated participation tracking.
• Maintain meeting documentation for all direct report 1:1s.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Club's mission and operations.

EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Demonstrated experience working with youth preschool through 12th grade.
• Proven management and supervisory experience, ideally in a youth-serving or nonprofit environment.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to coach, mentor, and hold staff accountable.
• Positive, solutions-oriented outlook.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Deep understanding of youth development principles and behavior management aligned with the Club's core values of fun, supportive relationships, recognition, high expectations, and safety.
• Ability to provide both immediate and reflective feedback that supports positive youth development.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Capacity to observe, interact with, and communicate effectively among youth, staff, volunteers, and parents to ensure a safe and supportive Club environment.
• Ability to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods during a shift.
• Ability to safely operate general office equipment (computers, phones, copiers).
• This position is safety-sensitive and requires consistent awareness of and responsiveness to the safety of all Club members.

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain nor be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace!

All qualified applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, non-job-related disability, or any other protected class.

The Boys & Girls Club of the Northern Plains provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees in compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application/hiring process should contact Human Resources to communicate your request for accommodation at 605-692-3333.