Area Director

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• 403(b) retirement
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance

 
OVERVIEW :

Under the direction of the Vice President of Operations & Programs (VPOP), the Area Director monitors overall operations and program compliance of designated Clubs within Wayne and Greene counties. The Area Director advises and assists Unit Directors in the areas of Leader and volunteer recruitment and development, program and service delivery, facility management, budget development, and community and member relations. Provide leadership that ensures accountability and a safe, positive and motivational environment for Leaders, members and volunteers. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
 
Leadership 

• Provide leadership & direction to assigned units, Directors and Youth Development Professionals. 
• Ensure the effective operation & delivery of programs within the Club & community. 
• Guide Unit Directors in the management of their designated units through proper counseling, coaching and discipline techniques with parents and members.
• Exercises authority and direct communication with parents and members for issues that escalate beyond the Club level. 
• Ensure an environment that facilitates achievement of Youth Development Outcomes, through supervising Directors and working with Clubs to ensure child safety, cleanliness, attractiveness and safety of properties and equipment. 

Programming

• Ensure the implementation of quality programs, including program objectives. 
• Assist in evaluating overall program effectiveness and program quality based on participation and achievement of stated goals; recommend modifications to improve program performance. 
• Guide program operations and monitor utilization of Leaders and supplies for program activities. 
• Provide support and approval for Club-wide programs, events and field trips. 
• Assist assigned Unit Directors with monitoring and implementing plans to maximize average daily attendance, total membership and NYOI measures. 
• Support Unit Directors with administering Local, State, Federal and foundation grant requirements. 

Club Level Resources

• Assist in ensuring administrative and operational systems are in place to maintain the operation of the physical properties and equipment of the Club, including use of facilities by outside groups. 
• Collaborate with Human Resources to review and guide Unit Directors in Leader Performance Feedback, Performance Improvement Plans and termination requests. 
• Provide supervision, training and performance guidance to Unit Directors. 
• Oversee and assist assigned Unit Directors in managing financial resources. 

Partnership Stewardship

• Monitor and support site involvement with community/agency partnerships. May represent the County at major City, County, State task forces and planning committees. 
• Manage and communicate with assigned Advisory Council. 
• When requested, support strategic alliances and collaborative partnerships with other youth-serving organizations, members, parents, families and community organizations that are meaningful and outcome-driven. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 21 years of age. 
• Must possess a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in nonprofit management and supervision, or an equivalent combination of experience and education. 
• Must complete BSAC training (company-paid) within three (3) months of employment.
• Must submit three (3) professional references.  
• Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications, or willingness to obtain within 3 months of employment.
• Valid State Driver’s License; must be eligible to drive Club vehicles per our insurance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Considerable knowledge of: the mission, objectives, policies, programs and procedures of Boys & Girls Clubs; and of the principles and practices of non-profit organizations.   
• Demonstrated ability to organize, direct and coordinate operations; personnel supervision, recruitment and retention of key personnel; facilities management; and budget management.  
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.  
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and to develop solutions to problems with limited supervision.  
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Club Leaders, subordinates, Advisory Council members, community groups, and other related agencies.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be detail-oriented, have good analytical abilities, high energy level and be comfortable performing multi-faceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities; initiative to work independently while functioning as a member of the team; ability to get along with diverse personalities, while displaying tact, maturity and flexibility; must respond well to changing circumstances, multiple and competing priorities, and crisis; must be willing and able to travel extensively, by car, throughout the region.

HEALTH AND MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must successfully complete a drug screening and background check prior to employment.

ENVIRONMENT AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

Daily contact with Club leaders, Club members, outside organizations and individuals to plan, coordinate and deliver programs. Normal internal office environment. Travel to special events and field trips required. Occasional weekend work required to accomplish objectives.