Site Director

Directs/manages overall daily operations of a designated school site Clubhouse with the primary concern for programs and service delivery, supervision of staff, facilities management, school relations and membership administration.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Leadership

Manage site programs, activities and services that prepare youth for success and that create a club environment that facilitates achievement of Youth Development Outcomes. Provide a healthy and safe environment, ensuring facilities, equipment and supplies are maintained.

Strategic Planning

Implement and evaluate site programs, services and activities to ensure they meet stated objectives and member needs and interests. Compile regular reports reflecting all activities, attendance and participation.

Resource Management

Manage site financial resources, assisting in the development of annual budgets. Control expenditures against budget.

Manage and provide career development opportunities for site staff and volunteers. Conduct regular staff meetings.

Internal: Maintain close, daily contact with Club professional staff to interpret and explain organizational mission, program objectives and standards, discuss issues, and provide/receive information.

External: Maintain contact with external community groups, school principal and teachers, members' parents and others to create strong working relationships to promote the effectiveness of the Club.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working with youth and understanding of youth development; minimum of AA in related field or 48 Semester Units

• NCLB test certification by school district

• A minimum of two years’ work experience in a Boys & Girls Club or similar organization

• Strong written and oral communication skills

• Negative TB test

• CPR and First Aid Certification

• Background check clearance

JOB COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)

Essential Knowledge

• Understanding of the developmental needs of young people, particularly elementary school age.

• Knowledge of facilities management

• Knowledge of budget control and management.

Essential Skills and Abilities

• Motivational: Able to inspire club staff and members to reach a goal and/or perform to the best of their ability

• Decision-making : Able to formulate sound approaches to problems using the available information

• Communication: Able to communicate clearly and concisely -- orally and in writing Diversity Orientation: Able to work effectively with a wide range of people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, or religion

• Goal Orientation: Able to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined result

• Initiative: Able to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal

• Innovative: Able to look beyond the standard solutions

• Project Management Skills: Able to plan, implement, and supervise safe, quality programs for youth)

• Fundraising: Able to plan and implement successful activities aimed at generating funds for the clubhouse.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Frequent standing and walking

• Speak so that others may understand at normal levels

• Hear and understand speech at normal levels

• Occasional lifting (up to 25 pounds of school supplies or recreational equipment waist height)

• Ability to speak and hear

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Purchase supplies and equipment.

• Work with staff on special events to carry out clubhouse programs

• Other duties as assigned by the Area Director

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Boys & Girls Clubs are often stressful, busy, and noisy environments. The Site Director is expected to work in situations where many member and facilities related activities take place at the same time.

NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this position. These statements are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.

REPORTS TO: Area Director

FLSA STATUS: Hourly/Non Exempt (25 hours per week)

Department: Operations

Performance Profile Source: Management Professional