Unit Director (Legacy Center)

City of Edinburg; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Edinburg seeks a Unit Director (Legacy Center) to supervise volunteers and staff across five core youth programs, including afterschool and teen initiatives. The role supports operations, budgets, and community events while aligning with BGCA Edinburg Rio Grande Valley goals.

The position requires strong writing, leadership, and public relations skills, with willingness to work varied hours, including weekends and afternoons, to advance youth development and program quality.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Must understand, read and follow written and oral directions.
• Must be in good physical condition; able to supervise/coordinate programs.
• Strong writing skills, leadership, and ability to motivate others.
• Public relations abilities; attentive to youth/teens needs.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate/implement programs daily in core youth/teen areas.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with schools and community orgs.
• Prepare payroll, budgeting, reports, and grant documentation.
• Market programs to members and the community through publicity.

Skills

Staff supervision

Program coordination

Public relations

Written communication

Leadership

Budgeting and grants

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor Degree in Youth Development or related field (preferred)

Job description

Job Title: Unit Director (Legacy Center)

Department: Boys & Girls Club

Reports to: Chief Operations Officer

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Effective Date: 10/01/2024

Job Summary

Requires a working knowledge of Boys & Girls Club programs and procedures. The individual supervises volunteers, seasonal and part-time employees at all club sites as assigned. Must have flexible hours to be able to work on weekends and afternoons as assigned. Assists Vice President of Operations in developing organizational goals, attaining and allocating resources, and establishing policies, rules and regulation. Other responsibilities include implementing city wide special events, supervising, training and developing staff, marketing, general office administration duties, purchasing, and participant recruitment.

Essential Job Functions

• a. Assist, coordinate/implement programs daily in the 5 core areas for youth/teens including technology and Teen Court.
• b. Contributes to the creation of the overall club's climate for youth development.
• c. Plan & coordinate programs and activities consistent with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Edinburg Rio Grande Valley's mission, core values and vision statements.
• d. Serve as a school liaison for during and after school programs and leads on community recruitment efforts of new members.
• e. Develop, manage and maintain a strong relationship with school administration (Principals, teachers, PTOs) to ensure ongoing partnerships between Club and School.
• f. Prepare, track and monitors assigned payroll activities and/or program components for the purpose of ensuring effective department functioning, coordinating activities and ensuring compliance with established financial, legal, grant and/or administrative requirements.
• g. Assist in preparing yearly budget, periodic reports, work programs, grants and other related administrative tasks.
• h. Markets programs to the members and community by maintaining a high profile in the community through publicity and quality programming and creating opportunities to publicize club events and programs.
• i. Implement, officiate, monitor and clean-up facilities and supervise youth programs.
• j. Supervise and secures facilities and equipment as assigned.
• k. Recruit, hire, train and manage staff and volunteers including their formal evaluations & assessing their needs for ongoing professional development.
• l. Develop and implement systems for family involvement/engagement.
• m. Solicit sponsors for programs and special events.
• n. Maintain safety for public and staff.
• o. Prepare youth/teens for success – contribute to identifying and implementing strategies for quality program improvements.
• p. Develop local programs
• q. Coordinate programs and special events with/for community agencies.
• r. Active participation in The Professional Association and BGCA Academy
• s. Prepare and give community presentations.
• t. Prepare and submit reports regarding programs and grants as required/assigned.
• u. Prepare program reports, compile data and measure program success utilizing outcome tools by tracking club members for program assessment/evaluation for reporting to board and funders.
• v. Establish program goals and objectives.
• w. Assist with grant writing and gather information for BGCA mini-grants.
• x. Perform other appropriate duties as required.

Conditions of Employment

• a. Applicant will be subject to a complete background investigation. Incomplete, inaccurate and/or failure to report information will cause the applicant rejection from consideration.
• b. Applicant must take and pass a pre-employment drug test administered by the Boys and Girls Clubs of Edinburg RGV expense.
• c. Must have a current valid class "C" driver's license from the Texas Department of Public Safety with a satisfactory driving record.
• d. Must have or obtain a Class B driver's license with passenger endorsement within 3 months of employment.
• e. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Required Education

High School Diploma

Education Preference

Bachelor Degree in Youth Development, Social services or related field preferred

Educational Substitute

Not Applicable

Required Work Experience

Two (2) years' experience in youth development management

Experience Preference

Three (3) years of experience in youth development management

Supervisory Experience Requirement

Not applicable

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• a. Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• b. Must be able to understand, read and follow written and oral directions/instructions.
• c. Must be in good physical condition. Must have the ability to supervise/coordinate programs.
• d. Must have good writing skills, strong leadership qualities, the ability to coordinate, inspire and motivate others and the ability to work effectively without direct supervision.
• e. Must have good public relations ability. Sensitive to the needs of youth/teens.

Equipment Materials

• Personal computer
• General office equipment
• Copier/Fax Machin

Work Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Individual works indoors in well-lighted, air-conditioned buildings as well as outdoors to implement and oversee programs.

Physical Demands

Physical Danger or Abuse – upset customers

Communicable Diseases

Extreme Temperatures

Expressing/Exchanging Spoken Word

Wetness/ Humidity

PRIMARY WORK LOCATION

Office Environment

Outdoor Environment

Inside Environment

Mental Demands

While performing the duties of this class, the incumbent is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; use math and mathematical reasoning; perform detailed work, multiple deadlines and concurrent tasks; work with constant interruptions; and interact with staff and the public.

Physical Activities

• Climbing – Frequency: O – Performance: Ascending of descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized.
• Stooping (bending at waist) – Frequency: F – Performance: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist.
• Kneeling (one or both knees) – Frequency: O – Performance: Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
• Lifting/Carrying – Frequency: O – Performance: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position.
• Keyboarding – Frequency: F – Performance: Entering text or data into a computer or other machine by means of a traditional keyboard. Traditional keyboard refers to a panel of keys used as the primary input device on a computer, typographic machine or 10-key numeric keypad.
• Reaching (at or below shoulder level) – Frequency: O – Performance: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
• Reaching Overhead – Frequency: O – Performance: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) higher that the head and one of these conditions exist: (1) A person bends the elbows, and the angle at the shoulders is about 90 degrees or more, or (2) A person keeps the elbow extended, and the angle at the shoulder is about 120 degrees or more.
• Twisting/Turning (rotation) – Frequency: O – Performance: Rotating one part of the body in a direction away from or opposite to another part. Includes lateral rotation of the trunk and spine.
• Handling (manipulated objects) – Frequency: O – Performance: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with hands.
• Standing – Frequency: F – Performance: Remaining upright on the feet, particularly for sustained period of time.
• Walking – Frequency: F – Performance: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.
• Sitting – Frequency: F – Performance: Remaining in a seated position for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area.
• Grasping (whole hand activities) – Frequency: O – Performance: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
• Pushing/Pulling – Frequency: O – Performance: Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force, in order to thrust forward, downward or outward. Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.
• Medium Work – Frequency: Up to 50lbs. – Performance: Exerting up to 50lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 10lbs of force constantly to move objects.

Authorization

I have reviewed this description and understand the requirements and responsibilities of the position.

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. This description is subject to modification as the needs and requirements of the position change.