Licensing Program Director

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

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Licensing Program Director is responsible for the overall daily leadership, management, and administration of the Club’s licensed 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

• Must meet South Dakota Child Care Licensing qualifications for a Program Administrator by meeting at least one of the following:
• 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 a specific child-learning philosophy (e.g., Montessori) plus at least one year of experience in a licensed child care setting
• Child Development Technician diploma
• Four years of verifiable experience in a licensed child care 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.

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.
• Plan and execute special programming events each semester that align with BGCA priority outcomes.
• 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

• Hiring Bonus – Paid immediately upon hire.
• 6-Month Retention Bonus – Retention reward paid at 6 months of employment.
• Discounted Childcare – Discounted childcare available for employee children ages 5 and older enrolled in Boys & Girls Club of Vermillion programs.

What This Job Offers

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