Directing athletic programs for youth is the core of this management position, which involves collaborating with Area Directors and Club Operations Directors. This role is responsible for developing, overseeing, and leading Athletic Department staff and volunteers to ensure quality programming and meet departmental participation goals for various athletic events.
Responsibilities
Manage and assure an Outcome-Driven Club Experience for youth and families
Develop positive relationships with school administrators, coaches, and parents for all programs
Lead seasonal programs which may include Football, Tae Kwon Do, Basketball, Wrestling, T-Ball, Summer Camps, etc.
Manage and develop internal staff to conduct effective operations, run a well-managed facility, assure member safety, and deliver high-quality customer service at all times
Work with Marketing and Communications to advertise programs in a way that will attract kids
Facilitate annual and other Club program evaluations
Hire, train, oversee, and develop staff and volunteers
Actively engage in county-wide athletic program meetings, initiatives, and events
Ensure program activities are organized and conducted in a professional manner and are reflective of Boys & Girls Club philosophies and YPQA
Through effective delegation and oversight, assure effective administrative functions including data management, financial and bookkeeping files, personnel files, metric recording and reporting, and background checks
Provide Club-specific information and reports for Area Director, CDO, CEO, CSC/Finance, and other internal sources in a timely manner
May be required to support multiple sites
Requirements
Associate degree in a related field from an accredited college or university, or 2 years of experience leading youth athletics programming
Three years of management experience preferred
Current CPR and First Aid Certifications, must be obtained within 90 days of employment
Experience working with and collaborating with external agencies preferred
Experience hiring, training, and supervising staff preferred
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Expertise in youth development principles, ability to motivate youth in a positive way
Knowledge and/or experience working with a non-profit youth development agency; Boys & Girls Club experience preferred
Good organization and attention to detail, professional presence, strong customer relations skills, and ability to maintain strict confidentiality
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to learn and implement new ideas for the good of the Club
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Ability to work in another location in King County when needed
Experience working within diverse cultures preferred
Ability to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and talk or hear
Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds
Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Benefits
Accessible PTO and Paid Holidays
Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance
100% Employee Discount for Childcare Fees
Generous 401k Employer Matching
Employee Tuition Assistance
Orca Cards
Important Details
Schedule: 40 hours per week, flexibility is required, requires work on nights and weekends
Locations: Club - some travel required
About the Company
Boys & Girls Clubs of King County is one of the largest Club organizations in the country, providing affordable, safe, and life-changing programs and services to youth in greater Seattle. They prioritize a youth-centric Club experience through culturally relevant, inclusive, and diverse programming, and value advancing racial equity, creating safe spaces, encouraging collaboration and accountability, and seeking transparent and authentic communication.
