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Young Life

Area Director I

Ada, OK · On-site

Area Director I Summary: Through spiritual leadership and proper management, lead in developing a team in the area to carry out Young Life's mission of introducing kids to Jesus Christ and helping ...

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Home Director I

Sulphur, LA · On-site

$36K/yr

Home Director I FLSA Classification: Exempt State: Louisiana Reports To: Program Supervisor Created: October 1, 2021 Updated: Aug 5, 2022 Job Summary Responsible for all the operations of the ...

Young Life

Area Director I

Yuma, AZ · On-site

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BAE Systems

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Coreforce

Director, I.T. Compliance

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Labcorp

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Greenfield, IN · On-site

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Addition Financial

Regional Director I

Tallahassee, FL · On-site

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Labcorp

Study Director I - Metabolism

Greenfield, IN

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Dufry

Multi-Unit F&B Director I

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

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Young Life

Area Director I

Ada, OK

Area Director I Summary: Through spiritual leadership and proper management, lead in developing a team in the area to carry out Young Life's mission of introducing kids to Jesus Christ and helping ...

Evergreen Life Services

Home Director I

Sulphur, LA · On-site

$36K/yr

Home Director I FLSA Classification: Exempt State: Louisiana Reports To: Program Supervisor Created: October 1, 2021 Updated: Aug 5, 2022 Job Summary Responsible for all the operations of the ...

Young Life

Area Director I

Yuma, AZ · On-site

Area Director I Summary: Through spiritual leadership and proper management, lead in developing a team in the area to carry out Young Life's mission of introducing kids to Jesus Christ and helping ...

Socket.dev

Safety Director I

Rochester, MN · On-site

$150 - $190/hr

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Director I positions refer to a senior management role, typically responsible for overseeing a department, team, or major function within an organization. Individuals in this role set strategic goals, manage budgets, lead teams, and ensure that their area aligns with the company’s objectives. The 'I' in Director I often indicates the first level of director within a company’s hierarchy, sometimes overseeing other managers or supervisors. Success in this role requires strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills. Responsibilities and qualifications can vary by company and industry.

What does a Director I do?

As a Director I, you will frequently collaborate with cross-functional teams such as operations, finance, human resources, and project management. This collaboration ensures alignment of departmental goals with organizational objectives and often involves leading interdepartmental meetings, coordinating resources, and facilitating communication between teams. Your daily responsibilities will likely include overseeing project progress, resolving conflicts, and driving strategic initiatives that require input from multiple departments. This interconnected work environment enhances your influence across the organization and provides valuable experience for advancement into higher leadership roles.

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To thrive as a Director I, you need proven leadership abilities, strategic planning expertise, and a strong track record in managing teams and projects, typically supported by a relevant bachelor's or master's degree. Familiarity with project management software, financial analysis tools, and reporting systems is often required. Exceptional communication, decision-making, and interpersonal skills distinguish top performers in this role. These competencies are crucial for driving organizational goals, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring operational efficiency.

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AspectDirector IProject Manager
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree; often advanced degrees or certificationsBachelor's degree; PMP or similar certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentStrategic oversight, leadership, high-level decision makingProject planning, coordination, team management
Employer & Industry UsageCorporate, nonprofit, government sectorsVarious industries including IT, construction, healthcare
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding leadership roles and responsibilitiesProject execution, management skills, career path

The main difference between a Director I and a Project Manager lies in their scope of responsibilities. A Director I typically focuses on strategic oversight and high-level decision making within an organization, while a Project Manager handles specific projects, coordinating teams and resources to meet project goals. Both roles require relevant credentials, but Directors often have broader leadership duties, whereas Project Managers concentrate on project execution and delivery.

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Area Director I

Young Life

Ada, OK • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Young Life rating

9.0

Company rating: 9.0 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

2nd of 18 rated religious organizations

Job description

If you are currently on Young Life staff, please do not apply through this external jobs board. To apply for internal job opportunities, log in to Workday and use the Jobs Hub. Applying externally may delay your application and require you to resubmit internally.
Young Life requires all employees to sign a Statement of Faith. We recommend you read this statement before applying for any position.
Because of Young Life's exclusive Christian purposes of evangelism and discipleship as set forth in its Articles of Incorporation and in these Bylaws, and to reflect what has always been and will continue to be the position of Young Life, specifically the Christian belief that each and every employee and volunteer of the corporation should minister as a servant of God with the primary responsibility of proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ and, as such, is an integral part of the Christian mission and ministry of the corporation,
Young Life shall only employ individuals or enlist volunteer leaders who: (a) profess a belief in Jesus Christ as their personal Savior and Lord; and (b) subscribe to the statements and policies required of all Young Life staff, including the Young Life Statement of Faith. Therefore, employees and volunteers of Young Life, during working and nonworking hours, shall: (i) be ready, willing and able to fulfill such ministry functions as may be required by the organization; (ii) refrain from conduct and statements that detract from the biblical standards taught and supported by Young Life, and (iii) abide by all policies and practices of Young Life including, without limitation, those related to religious belief or ministry activities.
Job Specific Working Conditions:
Pontotoc County Young Life is seeking to hire a FT Area Director to continue to grow and develop Young Life in Ada, Oklahoma.
Area Director I
Summary:
Through spiritual leadership and proper management, lead in developing a team in the area to carry out Young Life's mission of introducing kids to Jesus Christ and helping them grow in their faith.
Ministry Functions:
Spiritual Development - "Following Jesus" includes prayer and spiritual disciplines, fellowship, growth and health and church relationships.
  • Develop a yearly personal growth plan that fosters a vibrant spiritual life including time for solitude, retreat, reflection, prayer and a sincere commitment to understanding God's Word.
  • Seek and maintain relationships and disciplines, in the context of active participation in a church community.
  • Actively participate in the spiritual life of the Young Life community.
  • Lead teams and individuals in spiritual development.
  • Ensure that all Young Life ministry in the area, is designed and carried out with a dependence on prayer that takes place out of the overflow of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

    • Leadership Development - "Equipping leaders, committee and staff" includes key volunteer care, recruiting, team building and training, supervision and vision casting.
  • Partner with Regional director and Committee to cast vision for reaching "every kid" within the defined area.
  • Develop consistent gatherings with committee, leaders and staff to build unity and provide vision and direction.
  • Create a spiritual leadership plan for volunteer leaders, staff and committee members in the area.
  • Recruit and train new staff and leaders to build leadership teams that reflect the community.
  • Supervise, develop and evaluate area staff, providing resources and experiences needed to implement the vision.
  • Provide quality summer staff, work crew and adult guests for summer camps.
  • Model excellence in contact work, club, Campaigners and camping to other leaders.
  • Train leaders, team leaders and committee how to work effectively in teams and develop a yearly ministry strategy.

    • Resource Development - "Fueling the ministry" includes events, major donor care, public relations (branding) and TDS team.
  • Provide leadership to the TDS team and committee in finding partners to own the area vision and budget.
  • Develop and lead the area's fundraising strategy and ensure excellence in communication to donors.
  • Raise the necessary funds to carry out the ministry vision for the local area, keeping the area consistently in surplus (goal is a one-month cash reserve minimum).
  • Build the Young Life brand via public relations as an excellent tool for working with youth in the area.
  • Coordinate and conduct quality events which reflect Young Life's capacity to impact kids and warrant the investment of a participant's personal and corporate resources.

    • Direct Ministry - "Proclaiming and modeling" includes contact work, club, Campaigners and camp.
  • Actively engage in all three levels of contact work.
  • Lead or co-lead a model Young Life club; lead/supervise an effective Campaigner ministry with excellence.
  • Observe and evaluate each of the schools/ministries in the local area on a yearly basis.
  • Develop and implement ongoing plans to maximize Gospel proclamation through camping opportunities.
  • Serve on a summer assignment at a Young Life property, other Young Life camp or in another position each summer.

    • Ministry Support - "Taking care of business" includes accounting, administration, communication (internal), data management and strategic plan.
  • Adhere to all Young Life policies and procedures and maintain professionalism concerning office hours, dress, conduct and time management.
  • Manage finances with stewardship, accountability and transparency using the mission-wide applications.
  • Maintain accurate information on kids, leaders and donors for area records.
  • Provide clear, prompt, appropriate and professional communication to everyone involved in ministry.
  • Set yearly strategic ministry plan and initiatives to reach every kid; review them on a regular basis.
  • Perform other duties as assigned and congruent with gifts, experience and area needs.
  • Accept both short and long-term assignments of projects.

    • Training:
  • Participation in missionwide staff conference every four years.
  • Participation in additional training or experiences if deemed necessary (e.g., more urban exposure; Taking Donors Seriously (TDS) training).
  • Attend regional training as directed by the regional director.
  • Pursue continuing educational opportunities including graduate degrees.
  • Participate in programs designed for personal spiritual maturity or personal enrichment.
  • Pursue seminars designed to enhance professional skills.

    • Education:
  • College degree preferred

    • Qualifications:
  • Must have completed Core Training -Phase One.
  • Proven leadership skills.
  • Proven relational skills with both kids and adults.
  • A call to reach kids with the Gospel.
  • Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.

    • Working Conditions:
  • Will include the extremes of a camp assignment, e.g., heat/cold, dirt, long hours and the physical demands of hiking, horseback riding, boating, etc. Staff person must be able to handle these conditions.

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