Program Director (9131)

The Salvation Army•Huntsville, AL

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About The Position

The Program Director plans, directs, coordinates, and monitors the day-to-day operations of a social service program, such as Transitional Living, Homeless Services, Emergency Services, or Corps Salvage and Rehabilitation Services. The role develops, implements, and evaluates program operations and services; supervises program staff; ensures compliance with established policies and procedures and applicable local, state, and federal regulations; researches and prepares grant proposals; secures program funding; and prepares and monitors program expenditures in accordance with the program budget. The position oversees program activities and services, including shelter housing, meal preparation, life-skills classes, drug and alcohol rehabilitation recovery classes, and financial assistance. It also oversees kitchen operations, facility maintenance, and relationships with community agencies to support resource awareness and appropriate referrals. Work is performed in a social services environment where exposure to communicable and infectious diseases is possible. The role requires meeting attendance requirements, communicating in English, public speaking, and a limited amount of physical effort involving walking, standing, lifting, and carrying objects weighing less than 25 pounds for 5–10% of work time.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field.
Four years of progressively responsible experience administering and developing social service programs, or an equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to meet attendance requirements.
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
Ability to perform public speaking.
Ability to perform limited physical effort involving walking, standing, lifting, and carrying light objects weighing less than 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan, direct, coordinate, and monitor day-to-day program operations and services.
Oversee program activities, including shelter housing, meal preparation, life-skills classes, drug and alcohol rehabilitation recovery classes, and financial assistance, ensuring smooth operations and compliance with established procedures.
Supervise program staff providing social and program services; instruct and train employees; monitor work for compliance; and conduct performance evaluations.
Supervise and monitor kitchen staff, inventory control, menu preparation and approval, and food bank purchases; oversee food orders to ensure proper inventory rotation and compliance with budget limits.
Maintain awareness of local, state, and federal regulations governing program operations and ensure compliance, including with health, safety, and licensing regulations.
Coordinate and monitor facility maintenance; ensure buildings are cleaned, maintained, and secured; and coordinate repairs in a timely manner.
Research and prepare grant proposals and cultivate funding sources.
Monitor program funds and expenditures to ensure compliance with the program budget.
Build and maintain relationships with community agencies to stay informed about resources and make appropriate referrals.