Art Director

Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco•San Francisco, CA

6d•$24 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Since 1891, Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco (BGCSF) has provided high-quality, community-based youth development services to youth in San Francisco. Our mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those from disadvantaged circumstances, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens. We impact the lives of Club members, primarily ages six to 18, by focusing on academic success, healthy lifestyles, good character & community engagement, and job readiness with earning potential. We are nationally recognized for the high quality of our programs and comprehensive approach to serving youth. Whether you’re joining our administrative team, a Club team, or our Camp Mendocino team, you’ll be surrounded by enthusiastic, talented, and passionate colleagues who wake up every day ready to inspire young people to reach their full potential. The Youth Art Director has general responsibility for the Design Studio and is directly responsible to the Assistant Clubhouse Director. They shall plan, organize, direct and control the program and maintenance of the Arts program within the policies of the organization. They shall assume accountability for the results in achieving the outlined goals and objectives of the Arts program. This non-exempt position is full time (30+ hours weekly during the school year; 40 hours weekly during Summer programming) supporting our award-winning Tenderloin Clubhouse. This position is benefits eligible.

Requirements

Experience working with youth in industrial arts and crafts programs.
Ability to develop and implement organized crafts programs and services.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated organizational skills.
Current Red Cross first aid/CPR certification (or within 90 days of employment).
Comfortable driving company vehicles - 12 person van.

Responsibilities

Offer age appropriate industrial arts and crafts education experiences for membership including woodworking, ceramics, photography, printmaking, jewelry making, etc. to all members.
Conduct at least two exhibitions per year and participate in the Boys & Girls Clubs of America photography contest or similar events.
Assist the Assistant Clubhouse Director in bulletin board preparation and other Clubhouse art projects.
Plan and organize department programs, subject to the approval of the Assistant Clubhouse Director.
Supervise the maintenance and operation of the department’s physical property, ensuring club member safety at all times.
Direct and supervise volunteers or and mentor teen workers assigned to the Art Department.
Support programs outside the Art Department including homework hour, STEM, literacy and athletics or others.
Exercise authority in challenges relating to the department.
Establish and support relationships with art-focused CBOs that would enhance the Art Department experience for youth.
Create and maintain daily statistical reports to Club leadership.
Attend all meetings, conferences, and training as required.
Assist with any fundraising projects conducted by the Club and assist with all Club-wide special events.
Dress in clothing that is conducive to working with youth members in a youth development setting.
Leads Safe Walk, ensuring members arrive from school drop off points safely to the Club.
Maintains a “tour ready” Art Room by ensuring supplies are neatly organized and in appropriate quantity and equipment is kept in good working condition.
Any other duties the Assistant Clubhouse Director might deem necessary to the best interest of the Club and the overall organization.
At all times maintain a professional appearance and manner reflective of the high standards of Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Benefits + Employer Contributions
401K + Discretionary 7% Employer Contribution After One Year of Service
Employee Assistance Program: In-Person Counseling + 24/7 Confidential Mental Health Support
Education Assistance
Pre-tax Transportation Savings Account
Flexible Spending Account
Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays
Life + Disability Insurance
Mandatory summer + winter Weeklong Organization-wide Closures
Professional Development Opportunities