Program Lead

Title: Program Lead

Reports to: Unit Director

Department: Operations

Status: Non-Exempt

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Club Director, the Program Lead is responsible for programming that contributes to the growth and development of our members. This position looks to other clubs and BGCA.net for best programs to implement at our club. This position also helps supervise and motivate part-time staff. Must be cooperative, friendly and create a safe and harmonious environment, and abide by and support the Club mission.

Key Roles

Create and Manage Club Programs

• Create and manage programs for the club
• Manage supplies needed for programs, including storage within the club
• Utilize BGCA.net and other clubs to find best practices
• Connect with potential partners in the community to bring in programs
• Work with grants director in obtaining all necessary information from members
• Facilitate surveying members to get feedback on programs

Safety and Security

• Ensure program areas are safe and that the Club equipment is maintained in good working condition
• Adhere to all safety measure policies in place at the club which may include wearing PPE, frequent hand washing, and staying home when you are sick.

Additional Responsibilities

Supervision

• Assist in leading and supervising part-time staff
• May help with some interviewing/hiring

Relationships

• Maintain daily contact with program and administration staff
• Maintain contact with members and parents as needed

Skills/Knowledge Required

• Demonstrated knowledge of customer service, working with children, and program development and management

• Ability to create and manage programs that contribute to the advancement of youth development.

• Ability to supervise part-time staff and volunteers during club programs

• Communication Skills: Informing, presenting, writing

• Decision Making Skills: Analyzing

• Personal Initiative Skills: Organizational awareness, professional development, striving for excellence

• Planning Skills: Action planning and organizing, monitoring, and analyzing

• Leading by example: Serving as a role model by demonstrating responsible professional and ethical behavior

• Safety, Health, and Environment: Fostering organizational wellness

Experience

• Experience in a youth serving organization preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to create a positive environment for all youth is required
• Experience with creating/managing programs preferred.
• Experience leading peers

Education and Age Requirements

• High school diploma or higher
• Must be 18 or older

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

Demonstrate the ability to:

• Maintain a high energy level; comfortable performing multi-faceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities
• Regularly required to speak clearly and hear the spoken word as well
• Render excellent judgment skills; selecting the most appropriate course of action in a given situation
• Ability to resolve conflict and potential crises as they arise

Disclaimer

The information presented indicates the general nature of work and the expected level of work 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.