Best Buy Teen Tech Center Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Title : Best Buy Teen Tech Center Coordinator

Organization : Boys & Girls Clubs of San Leandro

Location : San Leandro, CA

Department : Programming

Reports To : Teen Clubhouse Program Manager

Direct Reports : None

Exempt Status : Exempt

Position Type : Full Time

Pay Rate : $68,640 - $80,000

About Boys & Girls Clubs of San Leandro :

For over 75 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of San Leandro (BGCSL) has proudly served the San Leandro and San Lorenzo community as the primary provider of youth services. This commitment has allowed us to expand our reach and impact into the neighboring cities of Hayward and Union City. Our unwavering mission is to inspire youth—especially those who need us most—to achieve their full potential in a safe, positive, and engaging environment. We offer a wide range of programs to youth ages 4 to 18 years old, including after-school programming, school break day camps, and summer camps. We take pride in providing a nurturing and supportive atmosphere where our youth can have fun and thrive across 25 Club sites, including San Leandro, San Lorenzo, Hayward, and Union City school-based sites and the Teen Clubhouse.

Why Come Work with Us?

Working at Boys & Girls Clubs of San Leandro (BGCSL) is more than just a job—it's a chance to make a real impact on the lives of young people. Great futures start with YOU, and here, you'll find that we are as committed to our staff as we are to the youth we serve. By working with us, you'll gain valuable experience that will enhance your skills and open doors to future possibilities, all while enjoying a supportive and dynamic environment that promotes collaboration and innovation.

Join BGCSL to unlock your potential and enjoy a range of benefits that make your work experience rewarding, fulfilling, and fun.

Position Overview :

Boys and Girls Clubs of San Leandro is seeking a dynamic individual to lead its innovative Best Buy Teen Tech Center program. In partnership with The Clubhouse Network, the Teen Tech Center empowers high school teens from underserved communities to explore and discover their passions through technology and creativity.

Participants engage in hands-on projects, including music production, digital art, robotics, animation, game development, and more, all within a supportive environment designed to help them pursue personal interests and develop their skills.

The Best Buy Teen Tech Center aims to foster a sense of belonging and achievement by providing resources and guidance that encourage self-directed learning. The role also involves community engagement, with a focus on building relationships with teens, parents, educators, and local leaders.

Our Values in Action :

1. Transformative Leadership : We aspire to transform possibilities into probabilities. By embodying emotional intelligence, vulnerability, and empathy, we foster positive change with humility, authenticity, and continuous self-improvement.

• What that looks like in this role : Setting clear and achievable goals, encouraging creativity, open communication, active listening, humility, and coaching.

2. Resilience : We approach every situation with a growth mindset, demonstrating flexibility and courage, reframing challenges as opportunities. We acknowledge our current state, embrace change, and adapt as needed, maintaining a solutions-oriented approach throughout our growth journey.

3. Youth Centered Approach : Every organizational action or maneuver is designed to directly impact and benefit the youth we serve. We value and prioritize the youth perspective, making decisions with a focus on their needs and well-being, rather than adult convenience.

Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions :

1. Outreach & Recruitment : Conduct outreach to local high schools and establish strong relationships with school faculty to recruit new Club Members for the Teen Tech Center, building awareness of the program and its benefits.

2. Volunteer Management : Ensure volunteers are equipped to work effectively with youth, creating a welcoming and productive learning environment. Regularly assess and provide feedback to mentors to help them best serve the Club Members' needs.

3. Corporate Collaboration : Partner with local Best Buy Geek Squad Agents and Blue Shirt volunteers to support teens and facilitate their involvement.

4. Academic and Career Support : Help youth connect their technical experience with potential career paths in media, IT, and creative industries.

5. Technical Assistance : Manage basic computer maintenance within the Teen Tech Center and ensure all equipment is functioning properly and up to date, including troubleshooting, file management, and providing technical support for both youth and mentors.

6. Administrative Duties : Maintain accurate records of program participants and ensure the Tech Center is clean and organized.

7. Fundraising and Public Relations : Communicate the program’s learning philosophy, goals, and achievements to external partners, donors, and the media, and assist the BGCSL Teen Clubhouse with fundraising and publicity efforts by showcasing the success of the Teen Tech Center.

8. Network Engagement : Actively participate in The Clubhouse Network by attending meetings, sharing best practices, and collaborating on joint projects with other Teen Tech Centers.

Requirements :

Preferred :

Work Environment :

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Equal Employment Opportunity Policy : The Boys & Girls Clubs of San Leandro is committed to diversity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, disability, sex, age, ethnic or national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or presentation, pregnancy, genetics, veteran status, or any other status protected by state or federal law. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds and experiences to apply. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.