What are the responsibilities and job description for the PROGRAM DIRECTOR - NORTHWEST - ALACHUA position at Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Florida?
Description Summary
The Program Director – 21st CCLC is responsible for managing and implementing the educational programs, enrichment activities, and budget described in the approved application. This position ensures that the organization meets its responsibilities to the FDOE under the grant agreement and in a timely manner.
KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):
This position’s primary responsibilities are:
- Manage and provide administration of designated 21st CCLC programs and activities, posting schedules daily
- Lead the planning of high-quality 21st CCLC programming for club members and ensure program goals are met
- Provide ongoing communication between the 21st CCLC site, teachers, principals, community partners, advisory committee, and support staff
- Coordinate and facilitate staff training and workshops; maintain training logs
- Collaborate with other staff to ensure proficiency and quality of academic and enrichment programs
- Ensure relevant data, test scores, and EZreports are maintained and updated on time
- Develop partnerships with other clubs and through community outreach to increase program membership and participation
Additional Responsibilities
- Monitor program expenses to ensure they fall within the approved grant budget
- Participate in new member orientation and processing
- Monitor and record attendance, activities, and parent/member participation
- Promote, inspire, and motivate youth participation in a variety of program areas/activities
- Promote a safe environment by ensuring areas are properly cleaned and club equipment is maintained in good condition
- Attend relevant staff meetings and training events
- May participate in additional special programs and/or events
- May be required to drive club van periodically
- Other duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree required
- Minimum of 2 – 3 years experience working with youth ages 6 – 18
- Experience working with schools and community groups is a plus
Required Skills
- Demonstrated proficiency with technology, including computer operations and Microsoft Office
- Ability to accumulate and analyze data to plan appropriate actions
- Ability to work with the public
- Ability to supervise and motivate youth while managing behavior issues
- Highly developed ability to problem-solve
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Professional presence and appearance
- Must have the ability to work a flexible schedule
- Valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, and 3-year clean driving record
- Ability to pass DCF Level II background screening and drug test
SUPERVISORY: This position does not supervise others
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This position generally works M – F, from 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; however, may occasionally require hours outside of this schedule when necessary, including weekends. Work is conducted both indoors and outside.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods, bending and squatting on occasion
- Ability to lift to 25 lbs. on occasion
- Ability to hear at a normal conversational level
- Ability to maintain high energy level when necessary
- High degree of emotional intelligence
Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
