Athletic Program Director

Summary

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central and Northern New Hampshire is a dynamic organization that currently supports 200 staff working in 30 Early Childhood and Out of School Time programs with a large geographic footprint. We have an exciting opening for an Athletic Program Director. The Athletic Program Director will provide a comprehensive sports and fitness program that will include age and gender-specific sports leagues, large group games, fitness activities, and hourly/daily athletic events, and will develop standards for the athletic program and gymnasium area that will benefit youth ages 5-18 years of age. In addition, the Athletic Program Director will be in charge of establishing, promoting, marketing, expanding, and running sports leagues for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central and Northern New Hampshire.

Duties

Prepare Youth for Success

• Plans and oversees the administration of designated Clubhouse programs and activities that support Youth Development Outcomes:
• Establishes program objectives consistent with organizational goals and mission.
• Oversees the provision of day-to-day gymnasium program activities in accordance with established standards and goals.
• Ensures that all childcare licensing requirements per the NH Childcare Licensing Bureau are implemented.
• Ensures that members are encouraged to participate in a variety of program areas/activities (basketball, flag football, floor hockey, etc.) and receive instruction and constructive feedback to develop skills in program area(s).
• Demonstrates leadership to ensure proper conduct, safety, and development of members.
  
  

Program Development and Implementation

• Establishes and maintains program goals and settings to ensure the health and safety of members. Ensures that Junior/Senior program staff understands and effectively communicates program standards; that they ensure program areas are safe, well-ventilated, and well-lit; and that Club equipment is maintained in good working condition.
• Ensures the evaluation of Club programs on a continual basis, including tracking outcome metrics; verifies that programs/activities respond to member needs and address their gender and cultural diversity.
• Controls program and activity expenditures within the approved budget.
  
  

Supervision

• Allocates and monitors work assigned to program volunteers (coaches) providing ongoing feedback and regular appraisal. Identifies and supports training and development opportunities for assigned volunteers.
• Responsible for ensuring that all BGCCNNH policies and procedures are followed by all employees, volunteers, members, families, and other community members.
• Oversees proper record keeping and weekly reporting, including activities and events conducted, breakdowns of daily participation figures, notable achievements, and any problems/issues. .
• Develops public relations plan for the athletics department and increases the visibility of Club programs via daily postings and announcements of upcoming events through different social media channels, parent emails, etc.
  
  

Requirements

• Two-year degree in a related field from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience. Must be 20 years of age or older.
• Preferably a minimum of two years of work experience in a Boys & Girls Club or similar organization with planning and supervising activities based on the developmental needs of young people; 1000 hours experience working with children in a licensed child care program, recreation program, or elementary school.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Group leadership skills, including an understanding of group dynamics.
• Demonstrated organizational, staff, and project management abilities.
• Will be required to drive the Club van periodically.
• Must be willing to work late hours.
• Must possess a safe driving record and submit a copy of such a record to either the Operations Director or the HR department.
• Occasional travel to other Branch/Site locations for meetings, trainings, etc. will be required.
• Must consult with parents concerning member issues.
• Must have First Aid/CPR Certification.
  
  

Additional Expectations

• All of the candidates that are offered a job with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central and Northern New Hampshire will have to submit for an FBI fingerprint background check and submit to a background check through the State of NH Criminal Records Dept. and FirstAdvantage. Note: The State of NH Childcare Licensing Bureau may prohibit you from being employed by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central and Northern New Hampshire should there be a disqualifying finding on your criminal record. In addition, even if the State of NH reviews your records and allows you to work at the Club, we still reserve the right to determine your employment status.
• This organization has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and will not tolerate mistreatment or abuse in its programs. Any mistreatment or abuse by an employee will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment and cooperation with law enforcement.
  
  

Nice To Haves

Please www.nhyouth.org to learn more about our organization.

Benefits

This is a salaried, exempt position, salary ranging between $43,888 to $45,760 (negotiable based on experience). Please submit a resume and cover letter outlining your experience and qualifications.

We offer an extensive benefits package. Benefits include:

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement (403B) Contribution

Paid Time Off

Professional Development Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement

About Us

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central and Northern New Hampshire provides early learning, out-of-school time programs, summer day camps, and basketball leagues to 1200 youth weekly throughout the central and northern New Hampshire. Our mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who most need us, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens. We offer a safe place to belong, caring adult mentors and programs covering everything from academics and leadership development to physical fitness and healthy habits.