Boys & Girls Club Director-E_B and GC-329

The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, has an opening for a Boys & Girls Club Director I, located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. 

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the Director of Salvation Army Boys & Girls Clubs under the direct supervision of the Area Commander/Corps Officer, the Boys & Girls Club Director provides leadership, direction and support to the advisory board/council in developing organizational goals, attaining/allocating and managing resources and establishing local Club operational policies, in conjunction with DFB approval. Provides leadership and direction to staff management and partnership development in carrying out the key roles. Attains and allocates resources, establishes policies, community relations and membership administration in partnership with Area Commander/Corps Officer, builds and grows Club capacity to have the greatest mission impact on youth, implements program services which expand the mission of The Salvation Army.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of the principles and practices of recreation program development. Knowledge of the principles and practices of facility management. Knowledge of the principles and practices of volunteer recruitment. Knowledge of the principles and practices of community relations, development and fundraising. Ability to supervise, lead motivate and influence the staff and patrons of the Boys & Girls Clubs. Ability to develop and implement promotional and fundraising activities to enhance the outreach and financial efforts of the Boys & Girls Clubs. Ability to enforce the Boys & Girls Club rules and to resolve conflicts among patrons visiting the Club in order to ensure the safety of all patrons and staff.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in business, accounting or social services and five (5) years’ progressively responsible experience in the management, administration and operation of a Boys & Girls Club, with at least two years in a leadership capacity or seven (7) years’ experience working in a similar youth-service organization or any equivalent combination of education/experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Licenses and Certifications

Valid States Driver’s License

Basic First Aid and C.P.R. Certification (or ability to obtain within established timeframe)

Tier 2 BGCA Trainer Certification or ability to obtain

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

Ability to meet attendance requirements. Ability to read, write and communicate the English language effectively. Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing, including the providing of clear instructions to employees. Ability to work under the pressure of deadlines and time constraints. Ability to establish goals and objectives and monitor their effective implementation. Ability to apply discretion and independent judgment and exercise confidentiality. Ability to drive a vehicle for extended trips. Combinations of sitting, standing and walking on a frequent change basis. Ability and willingness to conduct all duties in accordance with the ministry of the organization and its Christian principles; conducts all communications and job duties with the highest level of professionalism.

Duties are usually performed seated. Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking. Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.) frequently. Work is performed in an indoor and outdoor recreational environment where there may be physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt and the like.

Additional Comments

All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

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Application Submittal Period: 01/18/2024 - 02/18/2024

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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