Unit Director, Fulltime, School Based Sites

PRIMARY FUNCTION :

Directs / manages overall daily operations of the designated club site with the primary concern for programs and service delivery to include; youth supervision, staff training, grant reporting, facilities management, community relations, and membership administration.

KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities) :

Leadership

• Establish Unit programs, activities and services that prepare youth for success and that create a Club environment that facilitates achievement of Youth Development Outcomes
• Mentor youth as part of the BGC Youth Development Strategy
• Ensure a healthy and safe environment, ensuring facilities, equipment, and supplies are maintained
• Stimulate the growth and development of the local club organization

Strategic Planning

Resource Management

Partnership Development

Marketing and Public Relations

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES :

RELATIONSHIPS :

Internal :   Maintain close, daily contact with Club management staff to interpret and explain organizational mission, program objectives and standards, discuss issues, and provide / receive information.  Maintain regular contact with members as needed with regards to discipline, and to provide advice and / or counseling.

External :   Maintain contact with external community groups, schools, members’ parents and others to assist in resolving problems and to publicize Club.

SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED :

Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university preferred or a combination of education and experience

Considerable knowledge of; the mission, objectives, policies, programs and procedures of Boys & Girls Clubs; of the principles and practices of non-profit organizations

Demonstrated ability to organize, direct, plan, and coordinate operation; in personnel supervision, the recruitment and retention of key personnel; facility management; and budget management

Must get CPR and First Aid Certification within first 3 months of employment

Leadership skills, including negotiation, problem solving, decision making, and delegation

Strong written and oral communication skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks and to develop solutions to problems with limited supervision

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Club staff, subordinates, Board members, community groups, and other related agencies

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT :

DISCLAIMER :

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees assigned to this job.