Licensing Program Coordinator

Boys and Girls Club of the Northern Plains • Yankton, SD

9d • $50,000 - $55,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Licensing Program Coordinator is responsible for the overall daily leadership, management, and administration of the Club’s Academy (JK-5th Grade) programs. This position oversees programming quality, staff supervision, licensing compliance, family engagement, and budget management to ensure a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment that supports positive youth outcomes aligned with BGCA priority outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Education, or Human Development.
• Two-year degree in Early Childhood Education.
• Valid Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or similar recognized credential.
• Certification in specific child-learning philosophy (e.g., Montessori) plus at least one year of experience in a licensed childcare setting.
• Child Development Technician diploma.
• Four years of verifiable experience in a licensed childcare center or school-age childcare program.
• Experience working with youth ages birth through 5th grade.
• Management and supervisory experience.
• Understanding of behavior management principles and youth development best practices.
• Ability to lead, coach, and develop a team.
• Must be of the mental and physical capacity to observe, interact, and communicate with youth, staff, volunteers, and parents to ensure safety of the space and others, provide guidance and reflection per the Club priority outcomes and goals.
• Ability to stand/sit for long periods of time throughout a shift.
• Ability to operate various types of general office equipment including PC, telephone, copier, etc.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with state childcare licensing is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of licensed Club programs, ensuring programming runs safely, efficiently, and at a high level.
• Ensure programming is developmentally appropriate, engaging, and supports positive youth outcomes.
• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate program staff.
• Provide on-the-spot coaching and reflective feedback to help staff grow professionally.
• Facilitate regular staff meetings and support professional development.
• Ensure full compliance with South Dakota Child Care Licensing requirements, BGCA standards, and BGCNP policies, including ratios, documentation, trainings, and health and safety practices.
• Maintain accurate licensing documentation and coordinate inspections and reviews.
• Supervise staff to ensure all personnel meet background check, training, and certification requirements.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for families, building trust through clear, consistent, and professional communication.
• Communicate regularly with parents through phone, email, and daily interactions.
• Support youth social-emotional development and assist with behavior guidance and success plans.
• Manage program budgets with fiscally responsible purchasing.
• Implement, monitor, and track grant-funded programs, ensuring compliance with all reporting requirements.
• Ensures an environment that facilitates cleanliness, attractiveness, and safety of members, properties, and equipment.
• Participate in training, special programs, and/or events.
• Attend 100% of monthly all staff meetings and bi-weekly one-on-one meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 6-Month Retention Bonus – Retention reward paid at 6 months of employment.
• 12-Month Retention Bonus – Retention reward paid at 12 months of employment.
• Discounted Childcare – Discounted rates available for employee children ages 5 and older enrolled in Boys & Girls Club of Yankton Academy program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager