Program Director - Washington, United States - Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington

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Description

TITLE:
Program Director


DEPARTMENT:
Programs/Operations


REPORTS TO:
Branch Director


STATUS:
❒ Exempt

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***: Plans, implements, supervises and evaluates all programs and activities provided in program

areas, such as Education, Special Education, Social Recreation, Arts & Crafts, and Physical

Education.


KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):

A. Prepare Youth for Success


  • Identify needs of the children and youth in the demographic area in line with the Club's strategy and the
outcome targets that have been established


  • Ensure program quality by monitoring and evaluating program achievement against target goals,
recommending modifications that respond to member needs and interests


  • Contribute to the planning and implementation of the strategic plan by planning, organizing and
implementing a range of program services and activities for drop-in members and visitors.


  • Recommend the development of service area programs; and promote and stimulate program
participation.

B. Administration Management


  • Manage administrative systems by registering new members and participating in their club orientation
process.


  • Recruit, train and manage assigned volunteers and staff; provide ongoing feedback; and identify and
support development opportunities.


  • Manage facilities and ensure a productive work environment, maintaining an inventory of all program
equipment and supplies in good order. Recommend requisitions, as necessary; controlling expenditures

against monthly supply budget.


ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:


  • May participate in special programs and/or events.
  • May be required to drive Club van.

RELATIONSHIPS:


Internal:
Maintain valued, daily contact with Club staff (professional and volunteer), Club members, and

supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain guidelines/instructions; instruct; and

advise/counsel.


External:
Maintain contact with external community groups, schools, members' parents and others to assist in

resolving problems.


SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:
(Education, experience, skills required)

  • Four year degree preferred in related field.
  • Minimum of five years' experience in planning and implementing youth programs.
  • Knowledge of youth development.
  • Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems.
  • Ability to recruit, train, supervise, and motivate staff.
  • Ability to deal with the general public.
  • Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth.
  • Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment.
  • Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications.
  • Valid State Driver's License.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:


  • Typical Work Hours: School Year, Monday-Friday 11pm7pm. Winter, Spring & Summer Camp
Hours, 8 Hour Shift between 8am and 6pm, Monday-Friday. Some weekend work may be necessary.

  • Driving a 14 passenger bus once or twice per week to transport children from a local elementary school
and once or twice per month transporting children on field trips. Valid driver's license and a good

driving record required. Bus driving training provided.

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