Site Director- Blue Door Academy

Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeastern North Carolina•Winnabow, NC

10d•$22 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Site Director is the chief mission officer and owner-operator of an assigned Blue Door Academy school-based site. The role is accountable for the site’s overall performance, including youth enrollment and attendance, staff leadership, program quality, operational and fiscal management, safety, and compliance. The Director builds and sustains the site’s culture, serves as the primary relationship holder with school partners and families, and represents Blue Door Academy in the community. The position is expected to demonstrate entrepreneurial leadership, community presence, and accountability for growth while delivering high-quality youth development programming aligned with Blue Door Academy standards and the Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s core program areas. The Site Director reports to the Area Club Director and supervises Youth Development Professionals and other program staff. The position is part-time, hourly, and non-exempt. Work takes place at an assigned Blue Door Academy school-based site, in indoor and outdoor school and Club environments. Occasional evening and weekend hours are required for school meetings, family engagement events, and trainings. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in Education, Human Services, Nonprofit Management, Youth Development, or a related field, or have completed state licensing requirements for program lead. Requirements also include at least three years of professional experience in youth development, education, or human services; at least one year of supervisory experience managing a professional team; and demonstrated experience managing program budgets and operational compliance. CPR and First Aid certification are required within 30 to 60 days of hire, Mandated Reporter training must be completed before hire, and required background checks must be successfully completed. A valid driver’s license is required where applicable. Prior experience with Boys & Girls Clubs of America or a comparable youth-serving organization is preferred.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Human Services, Nonprofit Management, Youth Development, or a related field, or completion of state licensing requirements for program lead.
At least 3 years of professional experience in youth development, education, or human services.
At least 1 year of supervisory experience managing a professional team.
Demonstrated experience managing program budgets and operational compliance requirements.
CPR and First Aid certification required within 30 to 60 days of hire.
Complete Mandated Reporter training before hire.
Successfully complete all required background checks.
Valid driver’s license where applicable; additional site-specific requirements may apply.
Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to engage diverse stakeholders effectively.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and program data management tools.
Ability to manage multiple priorities accurately with reliable follow-through.
Cultural competence and demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging.
Ability to sit and stand for extended periods, move actively throughout school and Club facility spaces, and supervise energetic youth activities.
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs., handle program materials, and assist with physical setup and breakdown of spaces.
Occasional evening and weekend hours are required for school meetings, family engagement events, and trainings.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with Boys & Girls Clubs of America or a comparable youth-serving organization.

Responsibilities

Lead daily site operations in alignment with Blue Door Academy standards and BGCA core program areas.
Maintain a safe, structured, engaging environment that supports positive youth development outcomes.
Track attendance, program participation, and member outcome data and use the information to drive continuous improvement.
Ensure compliance with applicable licensing, regulatory, and organizational standards.
Recruit, hire, supervise, coach, and evaluate site-level staff.
Set staff performance expectations and provide regular feedback and formal evaluations.
Facilitate weekly staff meetings and provide ongoing training and professional development.
Maintain staff schedules that meet required staff-to-member ratios.
Manage the site budget, monitor expenditures, and submit accurate financial reports on schedule.
Maintain facility safety, cleanliness, and operability, and complete daily safety checks.
Submit required operational reports, including attendance, incidents, and grant documentation.
Own membership targets by recruiting youth, monitoring daily attendance trends, and implementing strategies to grow and retain enrollment.
Serve as the primary contact for school principals, administrators, and teachers, maintaining a visible and consistent presence in the school community.
Build trusted relationships with families and engage parents and caregivers as partners in their child’s experience.
Lead parent engagement events, school partnership meetings, and community outreach initiatives; represent Blue Door Academy in the broader community.
Implement and enforce organizational policies, safety protocols, and emergency procedures.
Serve as a Mandated Reporter and report suspected abuse or maltreatment as required by law.
Maintain accurate, secure, and confidential staff and member records.
Maintain close daily contact with the Area Club Director, Club staff, Youth Development Professionals, administrative teams, and youth members.
Cultivate collaborative relationships with school principals, teachers, administrators, parents and caregivers, licensing agents, community partners, and local stakeholders.