Healthy Lifestyles Program Admin
Job Description
TITLE:
PERFORMANCE
Healthy Lifestyles Program Administrator
PROFILE SOURCE:
Management Professional
DEPARTMENT:
Healthy Lifestyles Programs
REPORTS TO:
Senior Director of Athletics & Healthy Lifestyles
þ Salary ¨ Hourly
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Healthy Lifestyles (HL) Program Administrator is responsible for managing and coordinating the key logistical functions essential to the efficient and effective operation of the variety of programs offered through the Clubs. These functions include (but are not limited to): planning, development, implementation and evaluation of a broad range of sports and healthy lifestyle activities for youth between the ages of 5 and 18 who participate in these Club-sponsored programs. These activities will support the core principles of Boys & Girls Clubs of America in the areas of Character and Leadership Development, Education and Career Development, Health and Life Skills, the Arts and Sports, and Fitness and Recreation.
The HL Program Administrator will also supervise the Healthy Lifestyles volunteers approval process, provide leadership and supervision to program and volunteer staff; manage budgets and control expenses as assigned.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge- Knowledge of youth development principles of youth ages 5-18
- Group management and leadership skills
- Sensitivity to the needs of the families and local community
- Ability to handle confidential information
- Knowledge of Boys & Girls Clubs of America National Programs
- Understanding of Human Resource principles
Education
Four-year college degree from an accredited college in related area/areas of youth development required.
Experience
Minimum of two years’ experience in the operation of a Boys & Girls Clubs (or similar organization) preferred. Demonstrated ability to prioritize, multi-task, effectively manage budgets and control expenses.
Skills required in the following areas:
- Adaptability: Prioritization of tasks in a fluctuating environment
- Communication Skills: Informing, Listening, Presenting, Writing
- Decision Making Skills: Analyzing, Innovating
- Planning Skills: Action Planning and Organizing, Monitoring
- Leadership Skills: Team Building, Lead by Example, Managing Change
- Relationship Skills: Teamwork, Conflict Management
- Safety, Health and Environment Skills: Supporting a Safe Environment
KEY ROLES - Competency Areas:
PREPARING YOUTH FOR SUCCESS
- Establish programs, activities and services that prepare youth for success
- Create a program environment that facilitates the achievement of youth development outcomes
HEALTH AND SAFETY
- Ensure a healthy and safe environment
- Ensure that facilities, equipment and supplies are maintained
PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION
- Plan, develop, implement and evaluate programs, services and activities
- Ensure productive work environment
SUPERVISION
- Supervise the performance of assigned program volunteers and staff
TECHNOLOGY
- Update and maintain skills in use of current technology and information management systems
PARTNERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
- Develop partnerships with parents, community leaders and organizations
MARKETING AND PUBLIC RELATIONS
- Develop and maintain public relations
- Contribute to the planning and implementation of the strategic plan
ADDITIONAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Supervisory Responsibilities
- Provide direct supervision to volunteers and assigned staff
- Knowledge of and ability to insure adherence to the organization’s operations plan
- Provide leadership at special programs and/or events
- Ensure program outcome measurement by staff
- Provide program outcomes to appropriate staff at assigned intervals
- Coordinate staffing with outreach staff
- Control expenditures against an assigned budget
External Relationships
- Maintain open communication with all stakeholders – e.g. other youth-serving agencies, parents of members and other youth served
Other Requirements
- CPR and first aid certifications
- Valid (state) driver’s license
- Meet the eligibility of insurance company regulations for operating Club vehicle(s)
ENVIRONMENTAL AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
- All work is conducted in a Club setting, indoors and outside
- Some nights and weekend work will be required
- Limited travel
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
Demonstrated ability to:
- Maintain a high energy level
- Be comfortable performing multi-faceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities
- Communicate clearly (spoken and written word)
- Lift product/equipment on occasion (25 lbs.)
