Youth Programs Licensing Lead — Compliance & Growth

Greatfuturessd; Yankton (SD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6-Month Retention Bonus

12-Month Retention Bonus

Discounted childcare

Job summary

The Boys & Girls Club of the Northern Plains in Yankton, SD seeks a Licensing Program Coordinator to lead the Academy (JK-5) program operations, ensuring licensing compliance, program quality, and strong family engagement. You will supervise staff, manage budgets, and coordinate inspections to support safe, engaging youth programs.

You will also coach staff, oversee trainings, and collaborate with leadership to align with BGCA priorities while maintaining a positive, developmentally appropriate

Qualifications

• Per South Dakota DSS requirements, must meet ONE of the listed qualifications.
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Education or Human Development is required.
• Two-year degree in Early Childhood Education is acceptable.
• Valid CDA credential or similar credential is required.
• Montessori certification plus experience in licensed childcare is acceptable.
• Child Development Technician diploma is acceptable.
• Four years of verifiable licensed childcare experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of licensed programs to ensure safety, efficiency and high quality.
• Ensure programming is developmentally appropriate and supports positive youth outcomes.
• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate program staff.
• Provide on-the-spot coaching and reflective feedback to staff.
• Facilitate staff meetings and support professional development.
• Ensure compliance with SD DSS licensing, BGCA standards and policies.
• Maintain licensing documentation and coordinate inspections.
• Supervise background checks, trainings and certifications for staff.
• Serve as primary contact for families with clear communication.
• Communicate with parents via phone, email, and daily interactions.
• Support youth social-emotional development and behavior guidance.
• Manage program budgets and make fiscally responsible purchases.
• Implement, monitor and report on grant-funded programs.
• Ensure a clean, safe and attractive environment for members and property.
• Participate in trainings, events, and special programs.
• Attend all-staff meetings and one-on-one meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Budget management

Licensing compliance

Family engagement

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education / Elementary Education / Education / Human Development

Two-year degree in Early Childhood Education

Valid Child Development Associate (CDA) credential

Montessori certification + 1 year licensed childcare experience

Child Development Technician diploma

Four years licensed childcare experience

Job description

The Boys & Girls Club of the Northern Plains in Yankton, SD seeks a Licensing Program Coordinator to lead the Academy (JK-5) program operations, ensuring licensing compliance, program quality, and strong family engagement. You will supervise staff, manage budgets, and coordinate inspections to support safe, engaging youth programs.

You will also coach staff, oversee trainings, and collaborate with leadership to align with BGCA priorities while maintaining a positive, developmentally appropriate