Beacon Director

YMCA of Greater San Francisco•San Francisco, CA

50d•$75,000 - $86,000

About The Position

The Beacon Director is responsible for managing and overseeing the Beacon Center programs to ensure alignment with its mission. This role focuses on relationship building, program management, staff and youth development, and community engagement. The Director will lead program design and implementation, supervise staff, and collaborate with school leadership and community partners to provide a wide range of services that meet community needs. The Beacon Director will also co-lead the community school effort with the Principal using the SFUSD Community School Framework and the Beacon Model.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in leadership or community work.
At least 3 years of related experience, including supervisory responsibilities.
Availability during school hours (Monday–Friday, 7 AM–7 PM) and occasional evenings/weekends.
Knowledge of youth development best practices and experience working with diverse populations.
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with schools and community organizations.
CPR/AED/First Aid certification
Fingerprint and TB clearance.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in education, administration, social services, or related field.
Bilingual in Spanish or Chinese.
Familiarity with community school frameworks.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement a strategic vision for Beacon programs, ensuring high-quality youth development, academic enrichment, family engagement, and wellness services.
Collaborate with school leadership and community partners to align school-based and community-based resources.
Use data to assess needs, monitor progress, and adjust programming for continuous improvement.
Manage program budgets, contracts, and compliance with all relevant policies and procedures.
Recruit and maintain partnerships to meet diverse student and family needs.
Hire, train, and supervise staff
Train and supervise volunteers, and consultants.
Create and monitor annual work plans and professional development opportunities.
Foster a culture of learning and growth through ongoing training and best practices.
Lead regular team meetings and ensure alignment with program goals.
Oversee outreach efforts to youth, families, and community partners.
Coordinate with school leadership teams to align activities with the school day.
Represent the Beacon program at community events, meetings, and conferences.
Lead family engagement initiatives and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders.
Establish program goals, objectives, and evaluation tools annually.
Oversee program evaluation and use findings to improve services.
Prepare reports for funders and stakeholders and maintain accurate program records.
Ensure financial sustainability through effective budgeting and revenue generation.
Maintain compliance with YMCA policies, grant requirements, and applicable regulations.
Oversee timely and accurate documentation and reporting.