Policy Director Jobs in Santa Rosa, CA (NOW HIRING)

Description

Position: Area Director 

We have 2 positions available.  One for Northern Sonoma County (Windsor to Geyserville) and the other for Santa Rosa.

General Purpose

Under the limited supervision of the Vice President of Youth IMPACT, this position leads and is directly accountable for the operations of assigned Clubs. Incumbent is a member of the organization's Senior Program Leadership Team.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Leadership

Provide effective Leadership and Direction to Staff and Club Members. Sit as member of Senior Program Leadership Team sharing accountability for success with other Area Directors. Hire, train, supervise, & evaluate all related Directors and program staff. Maintain a supportive, energetic and effective team of middle managers and program support staff.

Program

Design, develop and oversee implementation of all Club programs. Provide academic & enrichment services on site in all core program areas, both those designed by Boys & Girls Clubs of America and developed locally. Core Areas include Health & Life Skills; Character & Leadership; Sports, Fitness & Recreation; The Arts and Academic Success. Coordinate Club-wide program design and delivery using a quarterly rotation. Maintain consistent and coordinated programs at all sites. Provide direct service in the absence of the Program Director or when there is a shortage of program Coordinators. Ensure program initiatives continually advance the impact on Club youth.

Planning

Using our IMPACT model, develop annual program plan with tangible, measured goals. Adapt Club programs to meet community needs on a continual basis. Participate in organization-wide planning efforts as a member of the Strategic Planning Committee.

Reporting & Evaluation

Ensure all reporting requirements are met by deadline for each Club location. Report findings to Vice President of Youth IMPACT on an on-going basis. Manage appropriate sections of Club's annual report to Boys & Girls Clubs of America and other program-related reporting. Use IMPACT Assessment annually to evaluate Clubs, set and monitor goals.

Finance

Oversee all supply expenditures. Responsible for meeting income goals relating to membership and fees.

Facility

Ensure that sites are clean, safe and attractive and have appropriate documented plans & processes in place.

Marketing

Market Club programs to all potential members and their parents through recruiting events, flyers, and newsletters on a continual basis.

Community Relations

Develop high awareness of Club programs in the community including school principals and teachers, provider committees, and parent associations. Act as primary community liaison with regard to Club services. Maintain excellent relations with primary Club partners.

Safety Officer

Develop and oversee Club safety program, ensuring Club environment is safe for members, staff and volunteers.

Registration

Oversee registration process for all programs. Ensure assigned Clubs meet all attendance goals and that membership guidelines are followed, including that all youth carry their card daily.

Other Duties as assigned

Requirements

Education and/or Expertise:

Four-year degree in related field from an accredited college or university, Masters preferred.

A minimum of three years management experience in a Boys & Girls Club or similar organization.

Planning and supervising activities based on the developmental needs of young people

Preferred computer skills: Microsoft Office.

Other Skills

* Strong communication skills both verbal and written.

* Group leadership skills, including an understanding of group dynamics.

* Demonstrated organizational, staff and project management abilities

* Impeccable honesty and integrity.

* Commitment to being a high-performance team player.

* Personal vehicle, valid state driver's license and auto insurance required.

Physical Requirements

Applicants must be able to successfully perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.

Must be able to sit, stand, walk, frequently

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Inclusion at BGCSM:

At Boys & Girls Clubs, we commit ourselves fully to the ongoing work of creating a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. We enthusiastically embrace the diversity of Members, communities and employees and seek to do Whatever It Takes to create places where all people feel welcome, equal, heard and valued.

We stand against racial injustice and discrimination of all kinds, including any mistreatment of people based on their race, language, ethnic background, ability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. We will make all reasonable accommodations to our policies to be the most inclusive workplace possible.

We acknowledge that this is a process and not a destination and will remain committed to regularly evaluate and redefine our Statement and our efforts to make progress.