Club Director

Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware • Newark, NJ

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About The Position

The Club Director provides day-to-day operational leadership and programmatic direction at a designated Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware location in support of the organization’s mission and goals. The role embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion and works collaboratively across a region to drive outcomes. Club Director levels I, II, and III are based on factors including site size, revenue, and operational complexity.

The position leads program implementation, staff leadership and development, fiscal and resource management, facility management, and risk management. It helps ensure high-quality youth programs and services, including licensed school-age childcare and preschool, sports and recreation, educational programs, arts, health and wellness, and character and leadership activities. The director also supports community relationships, fundraising, board development, grant compliance, and the organization’s strategic and quality-improvement efforts.

The work schedule is Monday through Friday on a split shift: 7:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m. Environmental conditions vary between indoor and outdoor settings and may involve meetings and occasional statewide travel. The role may include supporting or leading at other locations when requested. Physical duties include frequently moving objects weighing up to 25 pounds and bending, stooping, walking, and sometimes running while interacting with children. The role requires maintaining a high energy level and making decisions effectively under stressful conditions.

Requirements

• Demonstrated knowledge of youth development, strategic planning, board development, resource development and management, community relationship development, fiscal management, and human resource management and development.
• Previous experience leading and supervising a team.
• At least three years of experience in management, administration, and operations, preferably at a Boys & Girls Club or another nonprofit organization.
• Qualifications necessary to obtain Delaware First School-Age Childcare Administrator certification within one year of appointment.
• Valid driver’s license, fewer than five points on the DMV record, and willingness to drive company vehicles, such as a 10-passenger van.
• Ability to pass a background check and obtain necessary clearances.
• Ability to travel locally and statewide occasionally.
• Ability to maintain a high energy level and frequently lift, carry, or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to bend, stoop, walk, and sometimes run while interacting with children.
• Ability to perform duties under stressful conditions and make decisions quickly and accurately with tact and impartiality.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

• Four-year degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent years of experience; a degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction for successful Club operations.
• Collaborate with Area Clubs to improve programming and impact and to manage resources and staffing effectively; support other locations in the region as needed.
• With guidance from the Area Director, ensure high standards in delivering Club programs and services, including childcare and preschool, sports and recreation, education, arts, health and wellness, and character and leadership.
• Promote a Club culture grounded in positive youth development, trauma-informed practices, and social and emotional learning.
• Lead staff professional development through training, observations, and performance monitoring.
• Lead safety and security planning, ensure compliance with childcare licensing and related requirements, and provide leadership during emergencies.
• Ensure lesson plans meet BGCDE, Office of Childcare Licensing, and STARS requirements.
• Advance quality improvement, including participation in each phase of the organization’s Program Quality Assessment and Improvement Process.
• Support the Area Director with board development, community relations, and fundraising.
• Provide excellent customer service to stakeholders.
• Manage Club financial resources, control expenditures against budget, and follow financial policies and procedures.
• Support fiscal procedures such as budget preparation, financial statement analysis, and balancing income and expenses.
• Ensure accurate and timely submission of purchase-of-care attendance and billing.
• Ensure adherence to administrative and operational systems and organizational policies in collaboration with the area operations coordinator.
• Participate in strategic planning as needed and support the Unit Board in goal setting, annual performance assessment, and compliance with board guidelines under the Area Director’s direction.
• Promote the organization’s brand and work with community partners, including school officials and community-based organizations.
• Partner with Facilities Management to maintain safe, high-quality facilities, grounds, and equipment and an inviting atmosphere.
• Ensure high standards of data collection, timely reporting, and record keeping.
• Oversee staff performance and productivity; provide direction and motivation, communicate openly, and model best practices.
• Ensure timely compliance with grant-related programmatic, administrative, and reporting requirements and maintain relationships with key partners.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance and pharmacy coverage for the employee and immediate family
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off
• Free childcare for school-aged children, based upon site availability
• Life insurance coverage
• Short- and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Competitive pay

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed