Assistant Director of Program Operations

Don Moyer Boys & Girls Club • Champaign, IL

6h • Hybrid

About The Position

In this dynamic position, you will design and coordinate engaging, grant-aligned curricula, promote healthy nutrition, support program expansion, and serve as a valued resource for staff and families. You will play a key role in providing seamless leadership and support by overseeing campus operations when Unit Directors are engaged in professional development or attending to other organizational priorities. This ensures program delivery remains uninterrupted and the environment continues to feel welcoming and supportive for all. If you are dedicated to creating outstanding opportunities for youth, advancing grant-funded goals, and fostering a supportive and innovative environment, this role is for you.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years experience in school curriculum design, non-profit operations, or youth development programming is required.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proven ability in educational planning or curriculum development.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with leadership, staff, youth, and families.
• Adaptability and leadership presence, especially during transitions or to address immediate operational needs.
• Deeply committed to the DMBGC mission and to empowering youth through inspiring, high-quality experiences.

Nice To Haves

• Specific experience in curriculum design and coordination within a school or non-profit youth development setting is strongly preferred.
• Master’s degree in Education, Social Work, or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership by stepping in to oversee campus operations during times when Unit Directors are attending professional development, utilizing benefit time, or focusing on other organizational priorities.
• Alternate time daily between the Martens Center Campus and Park Street Campus to provide active leadership, ensuring curriculum strategies are effectively implemented and aligned with grant requirements.
• Collaborate with Unit Directors and under direction of the COO to ensure grant-funded curriculum goals and objectives are met across both campuses, with a strong focus on grant compliance and measurable outcomes.
• Collaboratively with Unit Directors, provide mentorship, training, and guidance to youth development staff, fostering a positive, team-oriented atmosphere that empowers them to succeed.
• As assigned, develop, implement, and monitor a volunteer training program to address long-standing gaps and enhance volunteer engagement.
• Dedicate office time to curriculum design, grant reporting, and operational planning to support the successful implementation of funded programs.
• Facilitate direction on curricula aligned with Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) standards, working collaboratively with Unit Directors and under the direction of the COO.
• Ensure curriculum within all programs fulfill diverse KPI requirements for local, state, and federal grants, consistently achieving measurable, positive outcomes.
• Develop the curriculum recommendations for the delivery of BGCA’s four core program areas—Education & Career Development, Character & Leadership, Health & Wellness, and The Arts—providing high-quality, engaging experiences for every youth member while meeting grant objectives.
• Lead the development and execution of nutrition-focused meal menu programs at the Park Street Campus, maintaining compliance with ISBE-subsidized requirements and advancing health and wellness grant goals.
• Integrate innovative STEAM, leadership, and wellness concepts into all programming to build youth skills and address grant-funded priorities.
• Monitor program inventories to ensure materials and supplies are always available for smooth operations at both the Martens Center and Park Street Campuses.
• Become a subject matter expert in My Club Hub software through comprehensive training, using your expertise to train staff and maintain dashboards that support program tracking, engagement, and grant reporting requirements.
• Ensure robust curriculum development for all curriculum-related grants across the organization by collaborating with Unit Directors and under the direction of the COO.
• Under the direction of the COO and in collaboration with Unit Directors, track, measure, and report on program effectiveness to ensure ongoing compliance with BGCA, ISBE, and grant-specific requirements, as well as internal goals for youth engagement and well-being.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage for eligible full-time employees, with DMBGC covering 100% of individual health insurance premiums. Dependent coverage is available via payroll deduction. Coverage begins the first of the month after 30 days of employment.
• Paid Time Off: Two weeks of vacation earned annually, 11 paid holidays, and sick time accrual at 1.85 hours per pay period.
• Retirement Plan: DMBGC contributes 10% of your annual salary to a retirement account after one year of continuous employment. Employees are fully vested after three years. Voluntary 403(b) contributions are also available.
• Additional Policies and Benefits: Detailed in the DMBGC Employee Manual, provided upon hire.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level