Unit Director

boys-girls-club-of-manhattan; New York (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Boys & Girls Club of Manhattan is seeking a site administrator to oversee daily operations, program delivery and staff supervision at a city site. The role emphasizes youth development, safety, and community relations.

Responsibilities include program planning, attendance tracking, and coordinating volunteers, with occasional driving of the club van and light administrative duties as needed. The position offers a stable pay range and benefits as described.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED (required).
• Demonstrated ability in working with children, parents and community leaders.
• Knowledge of youth development.
• Ability to deal effectively with members including discipline problems.
• Demonstrated ability in personnel supervision and facilities management.
• Ability to deal with the general public (both verbal and written).
• Ability to supervise and motivate staff.
• Valid State Drivers License (van drivers only).
• Bachelor's Degree and/or experience in Youth Development, Elementary/Secondary Education or similar degree.
• Supervisory experience.
• CPR and First Aid Certifications (training provided).
• Proficiency in word processing and creative computer software applications.

Responsibilities

• Directs daily operations of the designated site with focus on programs and service delivery.
• Supervise and train staff; manage facilities and equipment.
• Oversee community relations and membership administration.
• May drive Club van periodically and handle light administrative duties.
• Work with staff on special events and communicate important information weekly.

Skills

Working with children

Community engagement

Personnel supervision

Facilities management

Discipline guidance

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED (required)

Bachelor's Degree in Youth Development / Education or related

Tools

Word processing

Creative software

Job description

About Boys & Girls Club of Manhattan

Mission

Our mission is to inspire and enable all young people to reach their full potential as productive, caring and responsible citizens.

Purpose

Our purpose is to provide caring, adult professionals and a safe place for youth to learn and grow where hope and opportunity is provided through life-enhancing programs and character development experiences. Before school, after school, during the summer months and on Friday nights, the Boys & Girls Club of Manhattan engages members in fun and educational activities that help develop a sound moral compass and influence their ability to succeed in life.

Pay: $35,600 - $38,000

Primary Functions:

Directs/manages overall daily operations of the designated site with the primary concern for programs and service delivery, supervision and training of staff , facilities management, community relations and membership administration.

Key Roles

Leadership

• Help establish site programs, activities and services that prepare youth for success and that create a club environment that facilitates achievement of Youth Development Outcomes.
• Help ensure a healthy and safe environment regarding facilities, equipment and supplies.
• Act professionally at all times with all staff , members and parents

Strategic Planning

• Help plan, develop, implement and evaluate site programs, services and activities to ensure they meet stated objectives and member needs and interests.
• Compile regular reports reflecting all activities, attendance and participation.

Program oversight

• Oversee grant-required program activities in accordance with established standards and goals.
• Evaluate programs on a continual basis and ensure programs/activities are in keeping with gender and cultural diversity.

Supervision

• Oversee proper record keeping and reporting, including activities and events conducted, breakdowns of participation figures, and any member conduct or other issues.
• Ensure productive and effective performance of program staff and volunteers.

Partnership Development

• Develop partnerships with parents, community leaders and organizations.

Additional Responsibilities

• May be required to drive Club van periodically. (Must be 21 years or older)
• May be required to answer phones and perform other light administrative duties.
• Work with staff on special events to carry out programs.
• Exercise authority in problems relating to members and staff ; utilize guidance and discipline plan.
• Conduct weekly site meetings with staff to communicate important information.
• Keep desk and facility clean and tidy.
• Conduct fire and tornado drills monthly.
• Communicate attendance numbers daily/weekly with direct supervisor.
• Maintains the Member Tracking System (inputs attendance and program descriptions).
• Assume other duties as assigned

Relationships

Internal

Maintain close contact with Club staff and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain or interpret guidelines/instructions; instruct; and advise/counsel. Has regular contact with members as needed to discipline, advise and counsel.

External

• Maintain contact with school, members' parents or guardians in order to communicate about Club activities, explain or interpret guidelines, address any conduct issues relative to members.
• May be required to communicate with or work closely with school principal and class room instructors.

Qualifications

Skills/Knowledge Required:

• High School diploma or GED (required)
• Demonstrated ability in working with children, parents and community leaders
• Knowledge of youth development
• Ability to deal effectively with members including discipline problems
• Demonstrated ability in personnel supervision and facilities management
• Ability to deal with the general public (both verbal and written)
• Ability to supervise and motivate staff
• Valid State Drivers License (van drivers only)

Skills & Knowledge Preferred:

• Bachelor's Degree and/or experience in Youth Development, Elementary/Secondary Education or similar degree.
• Supervisory experience.
• CPR and First Aid Certifications (training provided)
• Proficiency in word processing and creative computer software applications

DISCLAIMER:

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