What are the responsibilities and job description for the Area Director position at Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Memphis?
Description
PRIMARY FUNCTION:
Directs and manages overall daily operations at five-six high school Club sites with the primary concern for a comprehensive, outcome-driven program and service delivery, supervision, and training of staff (direct and indirect reports). Serves as the main point of contact with school administration when appropriate. Advises and assists Club Directors in the areas of volunteer recruitment and management, continuous quality improvement of programs, facility management, personnel issues, budget development, and program development.
KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):
Leadership
1. Provide leadership and direction to Club Site Directors in the management of their designated Clubs. Attends and participates in Steering Committee meetings with CEO, VP of Workforce Development, Director of Philanthropy, Data Coordinator, and Grant Accountant, and keeps Clubs advised of issues.
2. Ensure an environment that facilitates achievement of Youth Development and Workforce Readiness Outcomes, with overall responsibility for cleanliness, attractiveness, and safety of properties and equipment.
Strategic Planning
3. Ensures the development and implementation of a strategic planning process for the overall workforce readiness program across all Club sites, including the development of annual program objectives.
4. Ensures quality improvement of programs by conducting program evaluations and annual written analyses of member needs and interests. Reviews monthly statistical reports reflecting all activities, attendance, and participation with Club Directors.
Resource Development
5. Manage financial resources, participating in the development of Club budgets. Control expenditures against budget, making recommendations for expenditures to purchase supplies and equipment.
6. Ensure administrative and operational systems are in place, overseeing the maintenance and operation of the physical properties and equipment of the Club.
7. Recruit, select, manage, and provide career development opportunities for Club staff and volunteers. Conduct and attend regular staff meetings.
Partnership Development
8. Develop collaborative partnerships with the public, civic groups, and social agencies within the community. Facilitate opportunities for student internships with partner organizations. Represents the organization and interprets its objectives, standards, and programs.
Marketing and Public Relations
9. Encourages Club and Program Directors to maximize the use of social media and outreach platforms to market services and programs, promoting the growth of membership within the Clubs. Oversees publicity for programs and services within the Club and the community.
RELATIONSHIPS:
Internal: Maintains close, daily contact with Club professional staff to interpret and explain organizational mission, program objectives, and standards, discuss issues, and provide/receive information. Maintains contact with Steering Committee. Has contact with members as needed to discipline, advise, and counsel.
External: Maintains contact with external community groups, schools, members' parents and others to assist in resolving problems and to publicize Club.
Requirements
SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:
· Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience.
· A minimum of five years of work experience in a Boys and Girls Club or similar organization planning and supervising activities based on the developmental needs of young people, with an additional two years experience at the Branch Director level, or equivalent experience.
· Thorough knowledge of recreation and youth development theory.
· Demonstrated ability in working with Club site Boards.
· Demonstrated ability in personnel supervision, facilities management, and the recruitment and retention of key personnel.
· Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
· Ability to recruit, train, supervise, and motivate staff.
· Ability to deal effectively with members' discipline problems.
· Working knowledge of budget preparation, control, and management.
· Skills in fund-raising events.
· Demonstrated leadership skills.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Please evaluate and describe any physical skills, abilities, or working conditions that are required to perform the essential duties of this position, as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act.
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.
Salary : $55,000 - $60,000