Program Director

TITLE: Program Director (Full-Time, Salaried) DEPARTMENT: Kuna

EXEMPTION STATUS: Exempt REPORTS TO: Unit Director COMPENSATION: (Starting) $40,000 - $43,000 DOE, Full Benefits HOURS: 40 Hours /Week (Mon-Fri, flexible schedule)

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Responsible for overseeing the delivery of a broad range of programs within a designated Club in three primary areas: Academic Success, Good Character & Citizenship and Healthy Lifestyles. Plan, develop, oversee implementation and supervise programs and program staff. KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities): Prepare Youth for Success

1.Plan and oversee the administration of designated Club programs and activities that support Youth Development Outcomes:

a. Establish Club program objectives consistent with organizational goals and mission.

b. Oversee the provision of day-to-day program activities in accordance with established standards and goals.

c. Ensure that members are encouraged to participate in a variety of program areas/activities and receive instruction and constructive feedback to develop skills in program area(s).

d. Demonstrate leadership to assure conduct, safety and development of members.

e. Address discipline issues and work with youth and their parents to make positive choices and ensure safety.

f. Communicate with parents to include them in guidance issues, keep them informed about youth behavior, and resolve questions and problems.

Program Development and Implementation

2. Establish and maintain Club program goals and settings that ensure the health and safety of members. Ensure that site staff understand and effectively communicate standards of program; that they ensure program areas are safe and that club equipment is maintained in good working condition.

3.Ensure the evaluation of Club programs on a continual basis and ensures programs/activities respond to member needs.

4.Implement national and local programs in the three priority outcomes and partner without side organizations to strengthen youth programming overall.

5.Meet grant obligations for special programs with metrics to ensure grant compliance.

6.Manage and oversee seasonal and targeted goal oriented Club events.

7.Assist the Unit Director in facilitating Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), the National Youth Outcomes Initiative (NYOI), and the Formula for Impact (FFI).

8. Control overall Club program and activity expenditures within approved budget.

9. Allocate, schedule, and monitor work assigned to program staff and volunteers, providing on going feedback and regular appraisal. Identify and support training and development opportunities for assigned staff and volunteers.

11. Plan and lead staff meetings and ongoing staff training to ensure goals are being met, staff are up-to-date on necessary information and Club standards.

12.Ensure productive and effective performance by all program staff.

Marketing and Public Relations

13.Increase visibility of Club programs via posting of daily schedule, announcements of upcoming events and the dissemination of timely information for the development of advertising and promotion through social media, fliers and direct communication with families.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.May oversee special programs and/or events (i.e. Keystone, Youth of the Year andAwards Programs), and/or participate in the implementation of other unit activities asnecessary.

2.May drive Club vehicles to transport youth to/from special events.

RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal: Maintain close, daily contact with Club staff (professional and volunteer), Club members, and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain or interpret guidelines/instructions; instruct, and advise/counsel. Attend monthly meetings and collaborate with other departments to meet organizational strategic goals. Help with organizational events.

External: Maintain contact as needed with external community groups, facility renters/partners, schools, member's

parents and other to assist in resolving problems.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

Preferred Four-year degree in related field from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience. A minimum of three years work experience in a Boys or Girls Club or similar organization planning and supervising activities based on the developmental needs of young people. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Group leadership skills, including an understanding of group dynamics.

Demonstrated organizational, staff and project management abilities.

Obtain CPR and First Aid Certifications

DISCLAIMER:

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, nor limit the ability of the organization to create its own boundaries around employee work performance or compensation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42,000.00 - $43,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $42,000 - $43,000