LOCATION: 6420 W. Maryland Ave, Glendale, Az. 85301
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
REPORTS TO : Branch Director
DIVISION: Operations
DIRECT REPORTS: Youth Development Specialists
JOB SUMMARY
The Program Director is responsible for developing programs, activities, and services that prepare youth for success by creating a safe and positive Branch environment that facilitates achievement and results in designated outcomes. Responsibilities include: Branch operations, program management, supervision of staff, members, volunteers, and facility.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Manages Program supply budget and administration in accordance with accounting policies and procedures
Supports Organizational membership goals to include recruitment, retention, and attendance
Cultivates collaborative relationships with community partners
Directs supervision of members and staff during operating hours including opening and closing the Branch
Oversee the implementation, planning, development, and evaluation of Branch programs
Ensures required documents and reports are completed in a timely manner
Fulfills Human Resources functions including hiring practices and employee management
Manages staff hours to budget and policy. Ensure time cards are completed and correct
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE, LICENSURE and CERTIFICATION
Must possess a HS diploma or equivalency certificate and 6 months work related Supervisory experience
Must obtain/maintain a current CPR, First Aid, and Food Handler’s Certification (within first 90 days of employment)
Must have and maintain a valid Arizona driver’s license
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY and SKILLS
Knowledge of high-quality youth development practices
Understanding of adult learning techniques, facilitation and youth development practices
Working knowledge of federal and state laws and company policies and procedures
Ability to maintain and cultivate excellent community relationships and possess excellent communication and customer service skills
Ability to interact effectively and communicate (in writing and orally) with a variety of members, local government entities, neighborhood groups, agencies, schools and volunteers. Must also have the ability to effectively communicate with and maintain productive and effective working relationships with organization staff and management in accomplishing goals and objectives
Ability to represent and make presentations to Board and other service/business/community groups
Proficient skills in the use of Microsoft Office software, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
Ability to articulate for giving, serve as an ambassador, engage in relationship building and promote philanthropy
Ability to support the efficiency of volunteers and future workforce needs to support volunteer program operations
Ability to articulate FFI, BGC’s approach to positive youth development, principles of program planning & delivery, and Branch planning and assessment
WORKING CONDITIONS and DRIVING
Travel between Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley branches and schools as needed
EXPECTATION of EXCELLENCE
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley supports a culture of excellence in all we do and all employees are expected to reflect these values in their daily responsibilities. To be sure we meet our obligations for high performance in all areas, we organize our goals and efforts under these five Pillars of Excellence:
Service – Every decision and action is driven to serve our youth and teens
Teamwork – We achieve greatness together through collaboration
Accountability - We lead with integrity and own our actions, decisions and commitments
Innovation - We are creative problem solvers always looking to learn and improve
Healthy Lifestyle - We model physical, mental and emotional well-being