Program Lead

Title: Program Lead

Reports to: Unit Director

Non-Exempt Position:

School year: Up to 30 hours per week. Generally, be available from 1 to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Summer: Up to 40 hours with availability from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Position Summary:

Under the general supervision of the Club Director, the Program Lead is responsible for programming that contributes to the growth and development of our members. This position looks to other clubs and BGCA.net for best programs to implement at our club. This position also helps supervise and motivate part-time staff. Must be cooperative, friendly and create a safe and harmonious environment, and abide by and support the Club mission.

QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge:

Demonstrated knowledge of customer service, working with children, and program development and management

Ability to create/manage programs to contribute to push for youth development

Ability to supervise part-time staff and volunteers during club programs

Education and Age Requirements:

High school diploma or higher

Must be 18 or older

Experience:

Experience in a youth serving organization preferred.

Demonstrated ability to create a positive environment for all youth is required

Experience with creating/managing programs preferred.

Experience leading peers

KEY ROLES (ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES)

Create & Manage Club Programs

Create and manage programs for the club

Manage supplies needed for programs, including storage within the club

Utilize BGCA.net and other clubs to find best practices

Connect with potential partners in the community to bring in programs

Work with grants director in obtaining all necessary information from members

Facilitate surveying members to get feedback on programs

Safety and Security

Ensure program areas are safe and that the Club equipment is maintained in good working condition

Adhere to all safety measure policies in place at the club which may include wearing PPE, frequent hand washing, and staying home when you are sick.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervision:

Assist in leading and supervising part-time staff

May help with some interviewing/hiring

Relationships:

Maintain daily contact with program and administration staff

Maintain contact with members and parents as needed

PHYSICAL & MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Demonstrate the ability to:

Maintain a high energy level; comfortable performing multi-faceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities

Regularly required to speak clearly and hear the spoken word as well

Render excellent judgment skills; selecting the most appropriate course of action in a given situation

Ability to resolve conflict and potential crises as the arise

Skills:

Communication Skills: Informing, presenting, writing

Decision Making Skills: Analyzing

Personal Initiative Skills: Organizational awareness, professional development, striving for excellence

Planning Skills: Action planning and organizing, monitoring, and analyzing

Leading by example: Serving as a role model by demonstrating responsible professional and ethical behavior

Safety, Health, and Environment: Fostering organizational wellness

DISCLAIMER

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.