Job Description
Position Title: Branch Director-1
Department: Programs
Reports to: Chief Operations Officer
Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Salary: $46,000 starting
Boys and Girls Club of Salem Mission Statement:
“To inspire and enable all youth grades 1-12, especially youth from disadvantaged circumstances, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens through the development of a positive self-image and self-reliance.”
Scope of Position:
Directs and manages overall daily operations of a chartered branch under the control of the organization with the primary concern for a comprehensive, outcome-driven program and service delivery, supervision and training of staff (direct and indirect reports), personnel issues, management of a facility, develop and manage a budget, actively engage and support a Parent Advisory Council (PAC), community relations, volunteers, and membership administration.
Branch Director I: typically manages 3 to 10 FTE (direct and indirect) and a budget of up to $200,000.
Education and Work Experience:
- Four-year degree from an accredited college or university. Bachelor’s (preferred) or actively working towards a degree in a related field. Note: additional years of relevant experience may satisfy education requirement.
- A minimum of two years’ work experience in a Boys and Girls Club or similar organization planning and supervising activities based on the developmental needs of young people.
- Solid working knowledge of youth development principles and guidance techniques, including experience working directly with youths.
- Accounting – 1 year (preferred).
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
- Demonstrate ability in personnel supervision, facilities management, and the recruitment and retention of key personnel.
- Ability to train and motivate staff.
- Ability to deal effectively with members including discipline problems.
- Working knowledge of budget preparation, control, and management.
- Skills in fund-raising events.
- Demonstrated ability in working with young people, parents and community leaders.
- Demonstrate the ability to plan and implement programs that engage youth.
- Interpersonal ability.
- Creativity and flexibility are a must.
- Willingness to adhere to approved organizational policies and procedures.
- Computer efficient. A solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite applications,
- Excel, PowerPoint, email, Internet use and research and the aptitude to learn new technology.
- Effective communicator. Uses appropriate style and correct grammar, spelling, composition and editing in a wide variety of written communications. Well developed listening and speaking skills in all settings – formal and informal, public and private, group and individual, correcting and encouraging. Able to communicate in different audiences and individuals of a wide variety of backgrounds and skill levels.
- Organized and detail oriented. Able to multitask and focus, knowing how to manage time and prioritize workflow from beginning to end.
- Demeanor. Polite, diplomatic and cordial, cooperative, supportive, flexible, reliable, timely and punctual, accepting of responsibility, able to form a broad perspective, and work under pressure.
- Good judgement. Exercise good judgement and common sense to work independently.
- Able to anticipate, recognize and resolve problems efficiently and effectively.
- Confidential. Protects continentality of matters and information to which the position is directly privy or learns by virtue of the position.
- Regular and punctual attendance is essential function of this position.
- Able to work successfully in a stressful and demanding environment.
- Analysis Skills 1 year (preferred).
- Mandatory current CPR and First Aid Certification – can be acquired through work training.
- Food Handler’s Card – can be acquired through work training. Within 90 days of employment.
- Ability to drive a 14-passenger bus, with a valid driver’s license and clean driving record. (training provided)
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Leadership
- Establish Unit or Branch programs, activities and services that prepare youth for success and that create a club environment that facilitates implementation of Designing for Impact (DFI) framework and achievement of Youth Development Outcomes.
- Ensure a healthy and safe environment, ensuring facilities, equipment and supplies are maintained.
Strategic Planning
- Plan, develop, implement and evaluate Unit or Branch overall programs, services and activities to ensure they meet stated objectives and member needs and interests. Compile regular reports reflecting all activities, attendance and participation.
Resource Management
- Manage Unit or Branch financial resources assisting in the development of annual budgets. Control expenditures against budget.
- Ensure administrative and operational systems are in place to maintain the operation of the physical properties and equipment of the Club, including use of facilities by outside groups. Ensure compliance with organization policies.
- Recruit, manage and provide career development opportunities for branch staff and volunteers. Conduct regular staff meetings.
Partnership Development
- Develop partnerships with parents, community leaders and organizations.
Marketing and Public Relations
- Develop and maintain public relations to increase the visibility of programs, services and activities within the Club and the community.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Purchase or approve purchase of supplies and equipment.
- Work with staff on special events to carry out programs in all departments.
- Exercise authority in problems relating to members; utilize guidance and discipline plan.
- Participate in at least one organizational improvement committee.
In any position with the Boys and Girls Club, it is impossible to predict the many requests and assignments that may be made on an employee. This is the case with this position. Flexibility and a cooperative spirt are crucial characteristics of the individual who holds this position.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be well groomed and adhere to the required dress code.
- Must be able to perform tasks of a repetitive nature without diminishing performance.
- Must be able to walk, bend, stoop, squat, twist body, stand for short/long periods of time, kneel, push, pull, have sense of touch, reach, grasp with hands and fingers, lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds unassisted, climb stairs, close vision, distance vision, talk, hear, have eye-hand coordination, have mental dexterity, speak, read and work in noisy areas, as these movements are a regular requirement of this position.
- Must be able to work long periods of time sitting or standing at a desk while using a calculator, computer keyboard and monitor.
- Ability to speak, hear, and maintain high mental and visual attention at all time.
- Must be able to stand and sit for extended periods and be able to walk moderate distances.
- Must be able to regularly work and/or drive in outdoor weather conditions.
- May walk or stand on varied surfaces.
Working Conditions:
Must work and interact with co-workers and public in a positive, professional manner inconformity with the Boys and Girls Club Mission Statement. Will work with people of diverse backgrounds and in diverse circumstance.
Works with limited supervision individually and in a team setting with other professionals.
This position may have frequent phone and in person contact with people from diverse backgrounds who may be angry, hostile, confused or frustrated.
This position requires the mental aptitude to organize projects, set priorities, calculate, catalogue, inspect, analyze plans, comprehend, and cooperate with others. Therefore, the employee must be able to comprehend assignments and/or ask for additional information or clarification until the assignment is understood.
The employee will work on several projects at once with interruptions and noise from ringing telephones, walk-in traffic, multiple deadlines, and competing/changing priorities.
Will be exposed to a range of temperatures and elements inside and outside of buildings; heat, cold, rain, snow, wind, humidity, dust.
Additional requirements:
- Must have a demonstrated enthusiasm and passion for the Boys & Girls Club’s work, be willing to work weekends and evenings during Club events as required by the job.
- Must have a valid Oregon driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
- Must successfully pass BGCA driving test requirements.
- Ability to pass a drug and alcohol screening test.
- Candidate chosen for this position will be required to pass a criminal background check. Conviction of a crime will not automatically preclude employment. The circumstances involved in the conviction(s) will be considered.
Miscellaneous:
- Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Boys and Girls Club will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.
- The Boys and Girls Club reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
- Ability to travel between locations and attend meeting outside of regular operating hours.
- Typical work hours: School year – 10am-7pm, Monday-Friday with 1 hour break daily; Winter/Spring/Summer Camp – 8-hour shift between 8am-6pm, Monday- Friday. Some weekend hours may be necessary.
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Note:
Under the provisions of the Immigration and Reform Control Act of 1986, the successful candidate will be required to provide evidence of identity and eligibility. The Boys and Girls Club utilizes the E-Verify process for new hires and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the grounds of race, religion, national origin, marital status, disability or any class protected by law.
The Boys & Girls Club is an At-Will employer. This is not a contract for employment.
I have read the description for the position of Branch Director-1. I knowledge my understanding of this, and am able to conduct myself in accordance with its purpose.
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $46,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
Experience:
- Childcare: 2 years (Preferred)
- Accounting: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
Work Location: In person
