Associate Director of Programs

Woodcraft Rangers•Los Angeles, CA

1d•$84,000 - $99,225•Hybrid

About The Position

Woodcraft Rangers, established in 1922 in Los Angeles, is dedicated to guiding young people toward purposeful lives through its holistic "Woodcraft Way" framework, which nurtures body, mind, spirit, and service. The organization offers TK-12 expanded learning programs, including before/after school, specialty enrichment, and summer learning. Their services have expanded to include early learning, environmental and social justice initiatives, college access, and support for youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Woodcraft Rangers also provides a college and career advancement program called Lifecraft for its staff. Annually, they serve over 20,000 youth aged 4-18 across more than 110 Title I schools in Los Angeles County.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of supervisory experience in a similar role OR 3+ years of management experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proven track record of effectively leading youth programs and managing teams.
Strong organizational management and project management skills.
Commitment to data-driven program evaluation and continuous quality improvement.
Ability to work collaboratively and independently while managing multiple projects.
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build credibility and trust with staff, partners, and community stakeholders.
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Nice To Haves

Energetic, ambitious, and goal-oriented with a creative approach to problem-solving.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Excellent analytical and organizational abilities.
Customer-service mindset with ability to resolve challenges diplomatically.
Ability to inspire and mentor high-performance teams.

Responsibilities

Oversee all school partnerships and regional programs, including annual budget planning, strategic planning, registration goals, curriculum development, and data management.
Plan, implement, and expand new and existing learning programs, including summer and intersessional offerings.
Lead employee recruitment, hiring, and staffing plans in partnership with HR.
Supervise Program Managers and ensure Site Coordinators deliver high-quality, compliant, and safe programs.
Conduct program observations with Program Managers to assess quality and provide feedback.
Develop program budgets and plans that address student and community needs.
Ensure all programs meet fiscal and programmatic compliance requirements.
Provide periodic program updates (stories, photos, impact highlights) to district and school leadership.
Enhance early education programming, especially for TK–K offerings.
Collaborate with Learning & Development to design and implement staff training.
Partner with Communications and Development teams to craft narratives that illustrate program impact.
Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, including school leaders, district partners, and community organizations.
Inspire a culture of teamwork and excellence across all levels of program staff.
Other responsibilities as assigned.