Temporary Summer Club Director

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Central Coast•Atascadero, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Regional Club Director (Regional CD), the Temporary Summer Club Director (CD) is responsible for directing and managing the overall daily operations of their assigned unit. The primary focus of the Interim Club Director is to ensure smooth daily program operations during summer programming, maintaining a safe, structured, and engaging environment for youth. This role focuses on staff supervision, program execution, and member safety, with support from the Regional Club Director in areas such as compliance, staffing, budgeting, and administration.

Requirements

Minimum of 18 years of age
BS/BA from an accredited college or university with a minimum of two (2) years relevant experience working in a Boys & Girls Club; or an equivalent combination of knowledge and experience.
Proficiency in developing and implementing organized youth programs and services in alignment with BGCMCC mission and vision; strong youth management and corrective action skills.
Competent with core functions, culture, and issues pertaining to youth programs and development.
Ability to engage and develop positive relationships with youth from diverse backgrounds; knowledge of coaching strategies and program evaluation techniques.
Demonstrate interpersonal skills to effectively interact and communicate with youth, parents, staff, volunteers and community partners while displaying tact, maturity and flexibility.
Direct supervisory skills to effectively lead, motivate, and manage staff in a dynamic working environment.
Demonstrate ability to organize, budget, plan, and implement projects with multiple deadlines.
Strong behavior management and youth engagement skills.
Experience in tutoring and mentoring children or youth; motivate, engage, and manage behavioral challenges with peer mediation.
Work ethic to be responsible, accountable, provide follow up, complete tasks, and meet deadlines in a professional manner with accuracy and on schedule.
Proficient computer skills – Microsoft Office, email, internet research, social media navigation.
Must have the ability to be active and on your feet for a minimum of five hours each day, adapt to changes in a highly energetic work environment, complete other essential functions of the position and other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily summer program operations, ensuring all scheduled activities and rotations are implemented effectively.
Maintain a structured, safe, and engaging environment that promotes positive youth development.
Ensure program staff establishes and maintains procedures to adequately document program activities and services; ensure student and programmatic evaluation activities are consistently implemented.
Resolve all program compliant issues, exercise authority in problems relating to club members, as well as adhere to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast (BGCMCC) Behavior Management Policy.
Ensure staff are actively supervising and engaging youth at all times.
Support daily program flow, transitions, and activity implementation to minimize downtime and behavior issues.
Ensure accurate daily attendance is taken and communicated to the Regional Club Director.
Conduct regularly scheduled staff meetings.
Promote excellent leadership qualities and lead by example by ensuring on-going communication.
Anticipate potential personnel issues and proactively collaborate with Regional CD, Director of Programs, and Human Resources in a timely manner to resolve problematic situations using tact, diplomacy and strict confidentiality.
Review and approve timesheets; monitor staff attendance, vacations and sick leave reporting.
Provide daily supervision, coaching, and support to staff during program hours.
Communicate expectations clearly and hold staff accountable for active supervision and engagement.
Address minor staff concerns in real time and escalate major concerns to the Regional Club Director.
Submit supplies and equipment requisitions in a timely manner based on requisition schedule.
Monitor program supply needs and communicate requests to the Regional Club Director.
Manage facilities; ensure the equipment and furnishings are set up in a manner that is safe and healthy for staff and club members.
Support daily facility readiness, including room setup, transitions, and end-of-day cleanup.
Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, and maintaining personal networks.
Other duties as assigned.