Assistant Director - Wren Avenue

Boys and Girls Clubs of Silicon Valley•Concord, CA

12d

About The Position

The Assistant Director supports the Unit Director with the daily operations of the designated Clubhouse, with a primary focus on programs and service delivery, staff supervision and training, facilities management, community relations, and membership administration. When the Unit Director is absent, the Assistant Director assumes responsibility for daily operations. The role supports the development and delivery of programs that prepare youth for success and promote Youth Development Outcomes. It also helps maintain a healthy, safe environment and ensures that facilities, equipment, supplies, and operational systems are maintained. The Assistant Director contributes to planning and evaluating programs, managing resources, developing staff and volunteer capabilities, building community partnerships, and promoting Club activities. The work takes place in environments that are often stressful, busy, and noisy, with multiple member- and facilities-related activities occurring at the same time. The listed salary is $30.00 per hour.

Requirements

Experience working with youth and understanding of youth development.
Four-year degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience.
At least five years of work experience in a Boys & Girls Club or similar organization.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Negative TB test.
CPR and First Aid Certification.
Background check clearance.
NCLB certification required.
Understanding of the developmental needs of young people.
Knowledge of facilities management.
Knowledge of budget control and management.
Ability to motivate Club staff and members to reach goals and perform to the best of their ability.
Ability to make sound decisions and formulate approaches to problems using available information.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Ability to work effectively with people regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, or religion.
Ability to focus on goals and achieve predetermined results.
Ability to take initiative to solve problems or reach goals.
Ability to look beyond standard solutions.
Project management skills to plan, implement, and supervise safe, quality youth programs.
Ability to plan and implement activities aimed at generating funds for the Clubhouse.
Frequent standing and walking.
Ability to speak and hear.
Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds of school supplies or recreational equipment to waist height.
Ability to hear and understand speech at normal levels and speak so that others may understand at normal levels.

Responsibilities

Support the Unit Director in establishing programs, activities, and services that prepare youth for success and promote Youth Development Outcomes.
Help provide a healthy and safe environment and maintain facilities, equipment, and supplies.
Assist with planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating programs, services, and activities to meet objectives and member needs and interests.
Compile reports on activities, attendance, and participation as requested by the Unit Director.
Assist in managing financial resources and controlling expenditures against budget.
Help maintain administrative and operational systems for Club property and equipment, including facilities used by outside groups.
Assist with recruiting, managing, and providing career development opportunities for unit staff and volunteers.
Assist the Unit Director in conducting regular staff meetings.
Support the Unit Director in developing partnerships with parents, schools, community leaders, and organizations.
Work with the Unit Director to develop and maintain public relations that increase the visibility of Club programs and activities.
Maintain daily contact with Club professional staff to explain the organizational mission, program objectives, and standards; discuss issues; and exchange information.
Provide support to Unit Boards as assigned by the Unit Director.
Maintain regular contact with members as needed to discipline, advise, and counsel them.
Assist the Unit Director in maintaining contact with external community groups, schools, members' parents, and others to resolve problems and publicize the Club.
Assist in purchasing supplies and equipment.
Work with staff on special events to carry out Clubhouse programs.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Unit Director.
Assume responsibility for daily operations in the absence of the Unit Director.