We are seeking a Director for our Gardner Clubhosue to help us GROW! The ambition for the future of the organization is to be able to increase BGCFL’s positive impact in North Central Massachusetts by increasing the number of youth served. Since 2001, BGCFL has worked in youth development with young people ages 8-18, from many economic, social and family circumstances. In August 2008, the organization consolidated its separate Fitchburg and Leominster clubhouses to a single state-of-the art location on the Fitchburg-Leominster line and received its charter from the Boys & Girls Club of America that December. It is situated in a former private school on conservation land in a residential setting—a unique site for a Boys & Girls Club clubhouse. In addition to the 8 acres owned by the Club, the Doyle Conservation Center (operated by the Trustees of the Reservations) provides more than 160 additional acres on which to play and study. The facility itself is well equipped with numerous classrooms, meeting places, a full gymnasium, and a full Teen Center. BGCFL’s Gardner Clubhouse started in November of 2015 as a pilot program launched by the BGCFL. The Club takes place every day after school at the Gardner Middle School. The Club provides youth an extra opportunity to practice and reinforce the skills and concepts they learn in school. We offer daily access to a broad range of programs in five Core Program Areas: Health and Life Skills, The Arts, Education & Career Development, Sports, Fitness & Recreation, and Character & Leadership Development.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Directs and manages overall daily operations of The Gardner Clubhouse under the control of the organization with the primary concern for a comprehensive, outcome-driven program and service delivery. Also supervises and trains staff (direct and indirect reports), handles personnel issues, manages facility, develops and manages a budget, actively engages and supports a Unit Advisory Council, and manages community relations, volunteers, and membership administration. Responsible for member recruitment and engagement.

KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):

Leadership

1. Establish Gardner programs, activities and services that prepare youth for success and create an outcome-driven Club experience that facilitates achievement of youth development outcomes.
2. Ensure a healthy, safe environment, with well-maintained facilities, equipment and supplies.

Strategic Planning

1. Plan, develop, implement and evaluate 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

1. Manage Gardner Clubhouse financial resources, assisting in the development of annual budgets. Control expenditures against budget.
2. Ensure administrative and operational systems are in place to maintain the operation of the Club’s physical properties and equipment, including use of facilities by outside groups. Ensure compliance with organization policies.
3. Recruit, manage and provide career development opportunities for branch staff and volunteers. Conduct regular staff meetings.

Partnership Development

1. Develop partnerships with parents, community leaders and organizations.

Marketing and Public Relations

1. Develop and maintain public relations to increase the visibility of programs, services and activities within the Club and the community.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Purchase or approve purchase of supplies and equipment.
2. Work with staff on special events to carry out programs in all departments.
3. Exercise authority in problems relating to members; utilize guidance and discipline plan.
4. Assume other duties as assigned.

RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal: Maintain close, daily contact with Club professional staff to interpret and explain organizational mission, program objectives and standards, discuss issues, and provide/receive information. Maintain contact with Gardner Advisory Board. Regular contact with members as needed to discipline, advise, and counsel.

External: Maintain contact with external community groups, schools, members' parents and others to assist in resolving problems and to publicize Club.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• Four-year degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience
• A minimum of five years’ work experience in a Boys & Girls Club or similar organization planning and supervising activities based on the developmental needs of young people, or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated ability in personnel supervision, facilities management, and the recruitment and retention of key personnel
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to recruit, train, supervise and motivate staff
• Ability to deal effectively with members including discipline problems
• Working knowledge of budget preparation, control and management
• Skilled at fundraising events
• Demonstrated ability in working with young people, parents and community leaders.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The Boys & Girls Club of Fitchburg and Leominster is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Additionally, as part of its commitment and responsibility to children and their families, all staff and volunteers must agree to a thorough screening process prior to acceptance into the organization and annually. Screening includes in person interview(s), reference check(s), Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) review, and Sexual Offender Record Information (SORI) review.

DISCLAIMER:

The 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.