Youth Programs Director — Community Impact

Boys & Girls Clubs of Northwest Indiana, Inc.; Gary (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Boys & Girls Clubs of Northwest Indiana, Inc. in Gary, IN seeks a full-time Program Director to oversee a broad range of youth programs, events, and after-school activities. You will guide staff, ensure program quality, and manage budgeting and reporting for successful outcomes.

The role requires leadership, community outreach, and a commitment to positive youth development. Evening and weekend events are required periodically, with a 40-hour workweek typical.

Qualifications

• Two years’ work experience in a Boys & Girls Club or similar youth organization with emphasis on planning and supervising programs
• Demonstrated member and staff supervision skills
• Demonstrated ability to market programs, activities, and events using a variety of means
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office or similar programs
• Proven ability to organize, budget, plan and implement projects with multiple deadlines
• Proven conflict resolution skills with patience and understanding
• Must be authorized to work in the US
• Must possess or obtain a Public Passenger License and CPR/First Aid certification
• Bachelor's Degree is preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, implement and maintain administration of a broad range of Club programs and activities in Character and Leadership Development, Education and Career Development, Health and Life Skills, the Arts and Sports, Fitness and Recreation
• Create and sustain program procedures and guidelines and high quality standards of practice
• Oversee day-to-day programming in accordance with criteria and goals
• Provide guidance and discipline to members and encourage participation in programs
• Ensure staff understand and communicate program standards and keep areas safe and healthy
• Ensure program evaluations address outcomes and drive effectiveness
• Conduct investigations and follow up on incident/accident reports
• Control program expenditures within approved budget
• Monitor and direct work assignments of volunteers and staff with ongoing feedback and appraisals
• Engage in community outreach to promote programs and services to partners and donors
• Develop partnerships with parents, community leaders and other organizations with like missions
• Perform other incidental duties as required

Skills

Member supervision

Staff supervision

Program marketing

Communication skills

Budgeting

Project management

Conflict resolution

Work authorization

CPR/First Aid training

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Office

Job description

Boys & Girls Clubs of Northwest Indiana, Inc. in Gary, IN seeks a full-time Program Director to oversee a broad range of youth programs, events, and after-school activities. You will guide staff, ensure program quality, and manage budgeting and reporting for successful outcomes.

The role requires leadership, community outreach, and a commitment to positive youth development. Evening and weekend events are required periodically, with a 40-hour workweek typical.