Licensing and Impact Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Licensing & Impact Lead

Location: Administrative Office / Travel to Club Locations Required

Reports To: Vice President of Safety & Impact

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Vice President of Safety & Impact, the Licensing & Impact Lead is responsible for

leading organizational efforts related to child care licensing compliance, program quality, and continuous

improvement in alignment with Washington State Department of Children, Youth & Families (DCYF)

regulations and Boys & Girls Clubs of Snohomish County (BGCSC) standards.

The Licensing & Impact Lead serves as the organization’s subject matter expert on licensing compliance,

providing leadership, coaching, and technical assistance to Club staff while overseeing licensing readiness,

quality assurance, and continuous improvement initiatives. This role partners closely with Club leadership to

ensure safe, high-quality programs that meet regulatory licensing requirements and organizational

expectations.

Job Duties

 Serve as the primary organizational resource on Washington State DCYF child care licensing

regulations, organizational licensing standards, and compliance best practices.

 Lead licensing readiness efforts by conducting internal reviews, mock inspections, licensing audits, and

compliance monitoring across Licensed Club locations.

 Conduct regular site visits to evaluate licensing compliance, health and safety practices, program

quality, and operational consistency.

 Partner with Unit Directors and leadership teams to develop, implement, and monitor compliance

agreement plans resulting from licensing inspections or identified compliance concerns.

 Interpret licensing regulations and communicate updates, expectations, and best practices to Club

leadership and staff.

 Support new licensed program offerings and licensing application processes.

 Develop, maintain, and improve licensing systems, documentation, tools, and resources that support

organizational compliance.

 Coach, mentor, and provide technical assistance to Club leaders and staff regarding licensing

requirements, DSHS billing, MERIT – Washington’s Professional Development & Workforce Registry,

and operational best practices.

 Develop and facilitate training related to licensing regulations, DSHS billing, health and safety, active &

engaged supervision, risk management, and quality improvement.

 Analyze licensing findings, quality assessments, incident reports, and operational data to identify

trends and recommend organization-wide improvements.

 Collaborate with the Vice President of Safety & Impact to implement continuous quality improvement

initiatives that strengthen safety, compliance, and youth outcomes.

 Monitor compliance agreements and ensure timely completion of follow-up actions to maintain

licensing compliance.

 Prepare reports and communicate licensing trends, risks, recommendations, and compliance status to

organizational leadership.

 Participate in safety and incident reviews when licensing or regulatory implications are identified and

recommend preventative strategies.

 Build and maintain positive working relationships with licensing agencies, internal and external

partners.

 Support organization-wide initiatives, strategic projects, and special events as assigned.

 Perform other duties as assigned and meet deadlines and expectations established by organizational

leadership.

Job Qualifications

 Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Education, Human Services, Youth Development,

Public Administration, or a related field preferred (or equivalent experience).

 Meet Washington DCYF qualifications for a Program Director, including completion of 45 college

credits at the 100-level or higher, or an equivalent combination of education and experience as

recognized by DCYF.

 Minimum of 3 - 5 years of experience in licensed child care, youth development, licensing compliance,

program quality, or a related field.

 Demonstrated knowledge of Washington State DCYF child care licensing regulations and licensing

compliance practices.

 Experience conducting licensing reviews, compliance audits, quality assessments, or operational

evaluations preferred.

 Demonstrated experience providing coaching, training, and technical assistance to staff and

organizational leaders; multi-site or multi-program experience preferred.

 Strong understanding of youth development principles, trauma-informed practices, and creating safe,

inclusive environments.

 Excellent organizational, analytical, and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple

priorities and meet deadlines.

 Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

 Current Washington State DCYF Approved Trainer credential, or willingness and ability to obtain the

credential within an established timeframe.

 Proficiency with Google Workspace, data management systems, and reporting tools; experience with

MyClubHub or similar systems preferred.

 Ability to analyze trends, solve problems, and implement continuous improvement strategies.

 Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of leadership and program

quality.

 Valid Washington State driver’s license with the ability to travel regularly between Club locations.

 CPR/First Aid certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).

 Ability to pass required background checks and meet all state licensing requirements.

Physical Requirements

 Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday, with or without reasonable

accommodation.

 Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

 Ability to perform tasks requiring fine motor skills, including use of hands and fingers, with or without

reasonable accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Boys & Girls Clubs of Snohomish County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an

inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender,

gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other

protected status under applicable law.

Disclaimer:

This position description generally describes the principle functions of the position and the level of knowledge and skills

typically required. It does not constitute employment agreement between the employer and employee, and is subject to

change as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.