Assistant Program Director

Job Description

Job Description

Overview:
At the Alameda Boys & Girls Club, we inspire and enable all young people, especially those from disadvantaged circumstances, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens. Our Club supports youth ages 6-18 through programs that support academic success, character and leadership, health and well-being, and workforce readiness. 

Primary Function:
Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Assistant Program Director is expected to provide active leadership, sound decision-making and problem solving, and regular support to staff, youth, and parents in a trauma-sensitive environment. This role serves in a supervisory capacity when the Program Director is absent. This is a hands-on, on-the-floor role requiring consistent walking and standing during program hours. 

Key Responsibilities:

Program Operations 

• Assist in the daily oversight of program operations, safety and risk management, and staff and volunteer management 
• Run youth programming when additional support is needed 
• Direct and ensure the completion of all opening and closing tasks 
• Monitor program areas to ensure member safety and complete incident reports as needed 
• Assist with curriculum planning and program schedules 
• Lead the preparation and facilitation of seasonal and summer camps 
• Assist in the planning and implementation of special programs or events 

Youth Development 

• Foster a physically and emotionally safe environment 
• Build positive relationships with youth and families 
• Promote positive behavior management 
• Support social-emotional learning 
• Respond and address Club member conflicts and behaviors 

Leadership 

• Act as the on-site supervisor when Program Director is absent 
• Lead Friday Assemblies with all Club members and staff 
• Provide in-service training as needed to staff and volunteers 
• Provide guidance and role modeling to members and staff 
• Demonstrate leadership to assure conduct, safety, and development of members 
• Work with Program Director to develop daily program and staff schedules, conduct staff meetings, and recruit/train new hires 
• Communicate with parents on a regular basis regarding member behavior, membership and camp registration, upcoming events and reminders, etc. 
• Ensure a productive and effective work environment 

In addition to the specific professional job duties, must also possess the ability to: 

• Effectively use Microsoft Word, Outlook mail and Outlook calendar 
• Work effectively with volunteers, parents, school officials, and other community members 
• Understand neurodiversity and ability to adapt programming and approach as needed 
• Understand youth and adolescent development, including social, emotional, and cognitive development 
• Continue personal and professional growth by participating in trainings/classes 
• Prioritize assignments 
• Work independently and monitor own performance objectives 
• Work collaboratively and be a team player 
• Represent the Club positively in the community 
• Should be able to lift 25 pounds 

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree required 
• 3+ years of experience working in youth development or related field 
• Experience working with diverse populations 
• Successfully pass a Department of Justice fingerprint and background clearance 
• Demonstrated ability to organize, direct, plan and coordinate operations 
• Leadership skills, including problem solving, decision making, and delegation 
• Effective verbal and written communication skills 

Disclaimer:
The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.