Unit Director, School Based Sites

BGCTX Leaders; Killeen (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Medical Insurance

Vision

Job summary

BGCTX Leaders seeks an experienced club director to oversee daily operations and ensure high-quality program delivery for youth at the designated site in Texas. The role emphasizes leadership in supervision, staff development, grant reporting, facilities and community relations, with a focus on achieving youth development outcomes.

You will mentor youth, ensure a safe environment, coordinate partnerships with parents and schools, and manage budgeting and facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of Boys & Girls Clubs of America mission, programs and standards.
• Demonstrated ability to organize, direct, plan, and coordinate operations including supervision, recruitment and retention of staff; facilities management and budgeting.
• Must obtain CPR and First Aid Certification within first six months of employment.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, problem solving, decision making and delegation skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication; ability to manage multiple tasks with limited supervision.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, members, parents and community partners.

Responsibilities

• Directs and manages daily operations of the club site, focusing on programs and service delivery for youth.
• Lead youth supervision, staff training, grant reporting, facilities management, community relations and membership administration.
• Set unit programs and activities that promote youth development outcomes and a positive Club environment.
• Mentor youth as part of the Club's Youth Development Strategy and ensure a healthy, safe environment.
• Plan and evaluate unit programs, prepare reports on activities, attendance and participation.
• Recruit, manage and develop staff and volunteers; develop partnerships with parents, schools and community organizations.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and standards; maintain property and equipment; support events and special activities.
• Maintain relationships with internal management and external stakeholders to support program delivery and resolve issues.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Negotiation

Problem solving

Decision making

Delegation

Organization

Budget management

CPR/First Aid Certification

Multitasking

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

401k, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Medical Insurance, Vision

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

Leadership

• Establish Unit programs, activities and services that prepare youth for success and that create a Club environment that facilitates achievement of Youth Development Outcomes
• Mentor youth as part of the BGC Youth Development Strategy
• Ensure a healthy and safe environment, ensuring facilities, equipment, and supplies are maintained
• Stimulate the growth and development of the local club organization

Strategic Planning

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

Resource Management

• Ensure administrative and operational systems are in place to maintain the operation of the physical properties and equipment of the Club, including use of facilities by outside groups. Ensure compliance with organizational policies
• Recruit, manage and provide career development opportunities for Unit staff and volunteers.

Partnership Development

• Develop partnerships with parents, schools, community leaders and organizations
• Maintain and operate the local club organization in accordance with the published requirements and standards of Boys & Girls Clubs of America

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Purchase or approve purchase of supplies and equipment through organizational wide policies and procedures
• Work with staff on special events to carry out programs in all departments
• Assume other duties as assigned

RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal: Maintain close, daily contact with Club management staff to interpret and explain organizational mission, program objectives and standards, discuss issues, and provide/receive information. Maintain regular contact with members as needed with regards to discipline, and to provide advice and/or counseling.

External: Maintain contact with external community groups, schools, members’ parents and others to assist in resolving problems and to publicize Club.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university preferred or a combination of education and experience

Considerable knowledge of; the mission, objectives, policies, programs and procedures of Boys & Girls Clubs; of the principles and practices of non-profit organizations

Demonstrated ability to organize, direct, plan, and coordinate operation; in personnel supervision, the recruitment and retention of key personnel; facility management; and budget management

Must get CPR and First Aid Certification within first six months of employment

Leadership skills, including negotiation, problem solving, decision making, and delegation

Strong written and oral communication skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks and to develop solutions to problems with limited supervision

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Club staff, subordinates, Board members, community groups, and other related agencies

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions (hot and cold)
• Standing/Sitting for extended periods of time
• Exposure to periods of loud or excessive noise
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

DISCLAIMER:

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees assigned to this job.