Unit Director: Youth Programs & Community Impact Leader

Boys & Girls Club of the Northern Plains, Inc.; Flandreau (SD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Boys & Girls Club of Moody County is seeking a Unit Director to lead day-to-day operations, public relations, and crisis management for all Units and sites in their assigned community. You will be the face of the Club locally and ensure implementation of the 5 Key Elements of Positive Youth Development, overseeing policy, programming, safety, and culture.

Responsibilities include staff leadership, program oversight, community partnerships, grants, and budgeting.

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.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily Club operations at the Moody County unit, 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.
• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and motivate full- and part-time staff.
• Conduct performance reviews 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Monitor and manage budgets for staffing, events, and program areas.
• Ensure resource allocation aligns with organizational priorities.
• Attend all required organizational meetings, including monthly all-staff, weekly supervisor 1:1s, and Coordinator team meetings.
• Monitor membership data and reports for accuracy, and ensure accurate 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.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Youth development

Coaching & mentoring

Strategic planning

Feedback & evaluation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Boys & Girls Club of Moody County is seeking a Unit Director to lead day-to-day operations, public relations, and crisis management for all Units and sites in their assigned community. You will be the face of the Club locally and ensure implementation of the 5 Key Elements of Positive Youth Development, overseeing policy, programming, safety, and culture.

Responsibilities include staff leadership, program oversight, community partnerships, grants, and budgeting.