Director, Native Services

Boys & Girls Clubs of America

33d•$96,000 - $108,000•Hybrid

About The Position

At Boys & Girls Clubs of America, we are committed to creating great futures for young people across the country. Each year, we reach millions of youth with programs, experiences, and relationships that help them grow into productive, caring, and responsible citizens. Our work is grounded in a people-first culture that recognizes employees as our greatest asset. We believe strong culture drives strong outcomes. Through collaboration, accountability, and a deep sense of purpose, we work together to expand opportunity and impact for the youth and communities we serve. What you should know about Native Services For more than 30 years, Boys & Girls Clubs have proudly served American Indian, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, and American Samoan youth. Since establishing the first Clubs in Indian Country in 1992, BGCA has remained committed to ensuring Native youth have access to high-quality, culturally relevant programs and support. The Native Services team partners closely with Tribal Nations and local Club organizations to strengthen capacity, deepen impact, and honor the unique strengths of Native communities. This team leads with respect, cultural awareness, and a commitment to sustainable, community-centered growth. What You’ll Do As Director, Native Services, you will play a key leadership role in advancing strategic priorities that strengthen our mission and long-term impact across Native communities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
7+ years of experience in nonprofit leadership, youth development, or Club operations
Strong strategic thinking and ability to translate vision into execution
Skilled at building trust and influencing across diverse stakeholders without direct authority
Effective communicator, comfortable engaging with executive leaders and community partners
Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
High level of integrity, sound judgment, and accountability
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and digital tools

Nice To Haves

Experience working with Tribal Nations or Native communities strongly preferred
Background in organizational development, consulting, or capacity-building environments

Responsibilities

Serve as a trusted advisor to Native Club organizations, providing consultation that strengthens leadership, operations, and long-term sustainability
Partner with Tribal leaders, Boards, and CEOs to build strong governance, deepen relationships, and enhance organizational effectiveness
Lead onboarding experiences for new CEOs, Board Chairs, and Tribal leaders to ensure alignment and early success
Coordinate cross-functional support from BGCA teams to meet the evolving needs of local organizations
Partner with the National Vice President, Native Services to drive strategic priorities aligned with Future Ready for Collective Impact
Translate strategy into clear, actionable plans that support measurable outcomes across Native communities
Monitor progress against goals, grant deliverables, and key performance metrics, ensuring accountability and continuous improvement
Strengthen the infrastructure of the Native Services team by improving workflows, tools, and internal collaboration
Assess team capacity and align resources to ensure effective execution of priorities
Support onboarding, team development, and a strong, connected team culture
Support Native Club organizations in expanding reach, increasing membership, and improving youth outcomes
Partner with field leaders to develop and implement plans that grow average daily attendance and deepen program impact
Analyze trends and data to inform strategies that build sustainable growth across Native communities
Promote participation in Area Councils, conferences, and training to strengthen connection and shared learning
Support crisis response efforts in partnership with leadership, ensuring Clubs are prepared and supported
Ensure alignment with BGCA membership requirements and operating standards