Director of After School Programs

Camp Fire Alaska•Anchorage, AK

5d•$75,190 - $87,550•Hybrid

About The Position

At Camp Fire Alaska, we believe every youth has a spark waiting to be ignited. Through engaging programs and community partnerships, we empower young people to find their spark, lift their voice, and discover who they are. We’re looking for a dynamic Director of After School Programs to bring strong strategic leadership, inspire teams, build meaningful partnerships, and ensure every program delivers safe, high-quality, and equitable experiences that help youth thrive The Director of After School Programs begins each day reviewing enrollment, staffing, and key updates to anticipate needs and support teams across the various program locations. Much of the day is spent leading and mentoring program managers, collaborating with internal partners on budgeting, operations, and enrollment strategy, and using data to guide continuous improvement. Afternoons often include connecting with schools, community partners, and visiting program sites to ensure quality, safety, and consistency. Throughout the day, the Director balances strategic planning with hands-on problem-solving by addressing challenges, supporting staff, and keeping youth experience at the center of every decision so that Camp Fire Alaska’s after-school programs remain safe, engaging, and mission-driven. No two days are ever exactly the same, but each day is grounded in strategic leadership, relationship-building, and a deep commitment to creating high-quality experiences where youth can discover the best in themselves and others. To be successful in this role, the Director of After School Programs must combine strong leadership with strategic thinking and a deep commitment to youth development. Key skills include the ability to lead and coach diverse teams, communicate clearly across multiple levels of an organization, and build productive relationships with schools, families, and community partners. Strong organizational and time-management skills are essential for balancing competing priorities across multiple sites, while data literacy and financial awareness support informed decision-making and sustainable program growth. Just as important are sound judgment, emotional intelligence, and crisis-management abilities, which allow the Director to navigate challenges calmly and ensure that every decision reflects safety, equity, and the organization’s mission.

Requirements

5 years' experience working in program planning, implementation and working with youth (preferably school-age children) in a group and semi-structured setting
Prior experience in the development and delivery of programs for youth
Successful experience as an administrator within a licensed or accredited program including experience going through a review from a regulatory entity, understanding of standards and regulations, and leading a continuous improvement process required
5 years' experience supervision in a youth development and/or nonprofit agency required
Minimum of twelve college credits (with at least 3 credit hours specific to early childhood education) in education, youth development or related filed OR Child Youth Care Credential (CYC) (can be acquired in first 18 months of hire)
Experience with training facilitation and on-boarding of new staff
Ability to transport all program materials and supplies to site required; ability to visit all sites on demand
Twenty-five (25) years of age required
Ability to obtain Current Adult/Child/Infant CPR, AED & First Aid certification from a nationally recognized provider, or the ability to obtain certification within 30 days of hire. (Camp Fire provides classes and paid training time)
Ability to obtain State of Alaska's Office of Children's Services online Mandated Reporter training certificate ORability to obtain on-the-job
Approved Health & Safety certificate ORability to obtain on-the-job
Ability to obtain Food Worker Card certificate ORability to obtain on-the-job