SummaryThe Boys & Girls Clubs of Central and Northern New Hampshire is a dynamic organization that currently supports 200 staff working in 30 Early Childhood and Out of School Time programs with a large geographic footprint. Are you motivated to make a difference in the lives of children? Do you have the skills and dedication to support our team at the Boys & Girls Club? If so, we invite you to apply ASAP.The Program Director is responsible for coordinating, managing, and overseeing the delivery of a broad range of programs and services for the Club's after-school program and summer camp. They will assist with the planning, development, and implementation of different programs where coverage is needed.If you're looking to find fulfilling, meaningful work and the chance to make a positive impact on the lives of children as a capable and caring mentor, look no further. Of course, passion for your profession won't pay the bills -- we get that! -- which is why we offer competitive compensation and benefits. We care about your professional development and offer perks like tuition reimbursement and individualized career plans.This is a full-time 35-hour plus-per-week, non-exempt position.DutiesPrepares Youth for SuccessPlans and oversees the administration of designated programs and activities that support Youth Development Outcomes.Establishes program objectives consistent with organizational goals and mission.Oversees the provision of day-to-day program activities in accordance with established Boys and Girls Club standards and goals.Ensures that all childcare licensing requirements per the NH Childcare Licensing Bureau are implemented.Ensures that members are encouraged to participate in a variety of program areas/activities and receive instruction and constructive feedback to develop skills in program area(s).Demonstrates leadership to ensure proper conduct, safety, and development of members.Program Development and ImplementationEstablishes and maintains program goals and settings to ensure the health and safety of members. Ensures that program staff understands and effectively communicates standards of the program; that they ensure program areas are safe, well-ventilated, and well-lit; and that Club equipment is maintained in good working condition.Ensures the evaluation of Club programs on a continual basis, including tracking outcome metrics; verifies that programs/activities respond to member needs and addresses their gender and cultural diversity.Controls program expenditures within the approved budget.SupervisionAllocates and monitors work assigned to program volunteers and staff, providing ongoing feedback and regular appraisal. Identifies and supports training and development opportunities for assigned volunteers and staff.Oversees proper record keeping and weekly reporting, including activities and events conducted, breakdowns of daily participation figures, notable achievements, and any problems/issues.Ensures productive and effective performance by all program staff and volunteers.Oversees special programs and/or events (i.e. Keystone, Youth of the Year, and Awards Programs), and/or participates in the implementation of other program activities as necessary.Increases visibility of Club programs via posting of daily schedules, and announcements of upcoming events through different social media channels, parent emails, etc.RequirementsA program director in a school-age program shall be at least 20 years of age and have a high school diploma or equivalent, including but not limited to a General Equivalency Diploma (GED), a High School Equivalency Test (HiSet), or a Test Assessing Secondary Completion (TASC), and have at least one of the following:Written documentation from or on file with the department that she or he was qualified and employed as a site director in a school-age program on or before the effective date of these rules in 2022;A minimum of an associate's degree in child development, education, recreation, or other field of study focused on children, awarded by an accredited college or university;Certification of successful completion of training as a recreation director plus 1000 hours of experience working with children in a licensed child care program, recreation program, or a public or private elementary school;A total of 12 credits in child development, education, recreation, or other field of study focused on children, from an accredited college plus 1000 hours of experience working with children;Current certification as an educator by the Department of Education; orExperience working with children totaling 2000 hours and:Current certification as a para II educator by the Department of Education; orBoth of the following:Documentation of enrollment in a course for at least 3 credits in child development, education, recreation, or other fields of study focused on children, through an accredited college or university and a written plan on file for completion of at least 3 additional credits as specified; andWithin 12 months of the date the individual begins working as a site director, documentation of successful completion of a total of at least 6 credits as specified in b.1. shall be on file for review by the department.ADDITIONAL EXPECTATIONS:All of the candidates that are offered a job with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central and Northern New Hampshire will have to submit for an FBI fingerprint background check and submit to a background check through the State of NH Criminal Records Dept. and FirstAdvantage. Note: The State of NH Childcare Licensing Bureau may prohibit you from being employed by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central and Northern New Hampshire should there be a disqualifying finding on your criminal record. In addition, even if the State of NH reviews your records and allows you to work at the Club, we still reserve the right to determine your employment status.This organization has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and will not tolerate mistreatment or abuse in its programs. Any mistreatment or abuse by an employee will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment and cooperation with law enforcement.Nice To HavesTo learn more about our organization please visit www.nhyouth.orgBenefitsWe offer an extensive benefits package. Benefits include:Health InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceDisability InsuranceLife InsuranceRetirement (403B) ContributionPaid Time OffProfessional Development Assistance/Tuition ReimbursementChild Care ProgramThe information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.This job description is subject to change at the discretion of the Executive Director, Board, or organizational needs.
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