A four-year degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience.
At least five years of work experience in a Boys & Girls Club or similar organization, planning and supervising activities based on young people's developmental needs, or equivalent experience.
Demonstrated ability to critically think through issues, resolve problems, and find solutions.
Demonstrated ability to recruit new members and retain existing members.
Demonstrated ability in personnel supervision and facilities management, including fixtures, equipment, and building maintenance, and in retaining key personnel.
Knowledge of 21st Century educational grants is preferred.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to deal effectively with members, including discipline problems.
Working knowledge of budget preparation, control, and management.
Demonstrated ability to work with young people, parents, and community leaders.
Demonstrated knowledge of principles related to youth development, partnership development, and group leadership skills.
Possession of a valid state driver's license and ability to obtain a commercial driver's license.
Eligibility under the insurance company's regulations for operating Club vehicles.
Proficiency in Internet use and Microsoft Office products.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, CPR and First Aid certifications.
Ability to pass a background check and physical examination.
Responsibilities
Direct and manage the Club's overall daily operations, providing leadership, direction, supervision, and evaluation to Club staff regarding program development, programmatic impact areas, and staff management.
Assume ultimate responsibility for staff activities, programs, and operational functions at the Club location.
Assist in developing and implementing organization-wide programs, training events, and other assignments as needed.
Build a strong working team at the Club and empower staff to achieve program objectives and outcomes.
Create a positive environment that supports youth development outcomes.
Implement Club programs, activities, and services that prepare youth for success and meet or exceed organizational standards.
Ensure required programmatic and operational data is collected, tracked, and accurately reported on time.
Maintain a healthy and safe environment and maintain facilities, equipment, and supplies.
Maintain close communications with Club staff.
Explain and discuss the organizational mission, program objectives, standards, and issues.
Maintain close contact with executive and management staff to advance the organizational mission.
Complete and implement Boys & Girls Clubs of America's Impact Assessment planning tool throughout the calendar year.
Complete the Boys & Girls Clubs of America's Annual Report for the Club location.
Compile required reports reflecting activities, attendance, and participation.
Organize and document all programs for the planned year.
Manage Club financial resources, develop annual budgets, and control expenditures against budget.
Maintain administrative and operational systems for physical properties and equipment and ensure compliance with organizational policies.
Follow purchasing policies and procedures for supplies and equipment.
Provide leadership and support to Board members in achieving fundraising goals for the Club's annual budget.
Recruit, manage, and engage volunteers.
Maintain a current professional development plan for each full-time and part-time staff member.
Provide Club-specific orientation to new and seasonal employees, coordinating with the COO and Director of Operations, who hold overall responsibility for orientation.
Conduct regular staff meetings to discuss program outcomes, assigned tasks, Club procedures, and individual youth development and organizational policies.
Allocate and monitor work assigned to program staff and volunteers, provide ongoing feedback and regular appraisal, and identify and support training and development opportunities.
Oversee record-keeping and reporting on activities and events, daily participation figures, notable achievements, and problems or issues.
Ensure productive and effective performance by program staff and volunteers.
Develop and maintain public relations to increase the visibility of Club programs and services in the community.
Work with the Director of Marketing and Events to publicize Club activities.
Develop partnerships with parents, community leaders, and organizations to enhance program goals and objectives.
Maintain contact with external community groups, schools, members' parents, and others to resolve issues and publicize Club programs.
Desired Qualifications
Knowledge of 21st Century educational grants.
GENERAL FUNCTION: The Club Director directs and manages overall daily operations of Nashville's Boys & Girls Club. This position also provides leadership, direction, supervision, and evaluation of Club staff regarding program development and the programmatic impact areas (Academic Success, Character and Citizenship; Healthy Lifestyles; Frequency of Attendance) and staff management. This Club Director assists in delivering organizational and Club-specific goals. This position manages budgets and controls expenditures for the Club. RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assumes ultimate responsibility for all staff activities, programs, and operational functions related to their Club location
Assists in the development and implementation of organization wide programs, trainings events and other assignments as needed
Builds a strong working team at the Club with staff empowered to achieve program objectives and outcomes
Creates a warm, positive environment that helps achieve youth development outcomes
Implements Club programs, activities and services that prepare youth for success, as well as, accomplish and exceed the minimum standards that are determined by the organization
Ensures that all programmatic and operational data required by the organization is being collected, tracked, and accurately reported in a timely manner
Ensures a healthy and safe environment while maintaining facilities, equipment and supplies.
Maintains close communications with Club staff
Explains and discusses organizational mission, program objectives, standards and issues
Maintains close contact with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Chief Operating Officer (COO), Chief Development Officer (CDO), Chief Financial Officer (CFO), and other management staff in order to achieve organizational mission
Completes and implements the Impact Assessment planning tool provided by Boys & Girls Clubs of America throughout the calendar year
Completes Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s Annual Report as it pertains to their Club location
Compiles required reports reflecting all activities, attendance, and participation
Organizes and documents all programs for the planned year
Manages Club financial resources and development of annual budgets. Controls expenditures against budget
Ensure administrative and operational systems are in place to maintain the operation of the physical properties and equipment. Ensures compliance with organization policies
Follows policies and procedure in purchasing of supplies and equipment
Provide leadership and support to Board members in obtaining fundraising goals in order to meet the Club’s yearly budget
Recruits, manages and engages volunteers
Maintains a current professional development plan for each full-time and part-time staff
Provides Club specific orientation to all new and seasonal employees, coordinating with the COO & Director of Operations who has overall responsibility for orientation
Conducts regular staff meetings to discuss program outcomes, assigned tasks, Club procedures, and individual youth development and organization policies
Allocates and monitors work assigned to program staff and volunteers, providing ongoing feedback and regular appraisal; Identify and support training and development opportunities for assigned volunteers and staff
Oversees proper record-keeping and reporting including activities and events conducted, breakdowns of daily participation figures, notable achievements and any problem/issues
Ensures productive and effective performance by all program staff and volunteers
Develops and maintains public relations to increase the visibility of programs and services within the Club community
Works with the Director of Marketing and Events to publicize activities of the Club
Develop partnerships with parents, community leaders and organizations in order to enhance program goals and objectives
Maintain contact with external community groups, schools, members’ parents and others to assist in resolving issues and to publicize Club programs
SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Four-year degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience
A minimum of five years work experience in a Boys & Girls Club or similar organization, planning and supervising activities based on the developmental needs of young people, or equivalent experience
Demonstrated ability to critically think through issues, resolve problems, and solution oriented
Demonstrated ability to recruit new members and retain existing members
Demonstrated ability in personnel supervision, facilities management, including fixtures, equipment, and building maintenance, and retention of key personnel
Knowledge of 21st Century educational grant preferred
Strong communication skills, both oral and written
Ability to deal effectively with members including discipline problems
Working knowledge of budget preparation, control, and management
Demonstrated ability in working with young people, parents and community leaders
Demonstrated knowledge of principles related to youth development, partnership development, and group leadership skills
Possession of a valid state driver’s license and ability to obtain CDL license
Meet the eligibility of insurance company regulations for operating Club vehicles
Proficient in Internet use and Microsoft Office products
Possession of or ability to obtain CPR and First Aid Certifications
Ability to pass a background check and physical examination.