Director of Family Engagement

Position: Director of Family Engagement

Location: Champaign, IL

Job : 205

# of Openings: 1

Reports To: Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Location (Facility): Don Moyer Boys and Girls Club, Champaign-Urbana, IL

Anticipated

Start Date:

November 2025

At the Don Moyer Boys and Girls Club (DMBGC), we believe in the power of teamwork and collaboration to create meaningful change in the lives of the youth and families we serve. We are looking for a Director of Family Engagement to join our team and work alongside passionate colleagues who are dedicated to supporting each other and empowering the youth of our community.

In this role, you will oversee grant compliance, reporting, and program evaluation for all family-related programs. A significant portion of your responsibilities will focus on the Raising Resilient Children Parent/Caregiver Academy, funded by the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority (ICJIA), and the CU Change program, funded by the Champaign County Mental Health Board. You will also manage initiatives funded by the City of Champaign Blueprint and other current and future grants as assigned.

You’ll work closely with the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and collaborate with program staff, funders, and community partners to ensure that all grant-funded programs align with DMBGC’s mission and objectives. Together, we’ll create opportunities, foster trust, and make a lasting impact on the lives of the youth and families in Champaign County.

The mission of the Don Moyer Boys and Girls Club is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens. For decades, DMBGC has been a cornerstone of the Champaign County community, providing innovative programs and services that uplift youth and families. Guided by our vision to provide youth with opportunities to explore possibilities, build life skills, and prepare for success in life while feeding their curiosity, knowledge, and stomachs, DMBGC is committed to creating opportunities, fostering trust, and empowering marginalized voices.

• Under the direction of the COO, ensure compliance with all grant guidelines, deliverables, and timelines for family-related programs, including the CU Change program, the Raising Resilient Children Parent/Caregiver Academy, the City of Champaign Blueprint‑funded initiatives, and other current and future grant‑funded programs.
• Collaborate with the Champaign County Mental Health Board (CCMHB), ICJIA, the City of Champaign, and other funders as directed by the COO to address compliance requirements and programmatic goals.
• Oversee the implementation of evaluation components in consultation with external evaluators, such as the University of Illinois Evaluation Team and the City of Champaign’s Blueprint evaluation team.
• Maintain open communication with funders and stakeholders, consulting with the COO to address compliance or programmatic issues.
• Oversee additional grant‑funded programs and compliance responsibilities as assigned by the COO.

• Take full responsibility for grant reporting under the direction of the COO, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with funder expectations, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reports required by CCMHB, ICJIA, the City of Champaign, and other funders.
• Collect, analyze, and report data to document program outcomes and monitor progress across all assigned grants, consulting with the COO as needed.
• Provide detailed reports on program performance, outcomes, and financial management to meet all funder expectations.
• Collaborate with evaluation teams in consultation with the COO to implement and oversee all evaluation components of assigned grants.

• Oversee program budgets under the direction of the COO to ensure funds are allocated and utilized in compliance with grant guidelines.
• Monitor expenditures and prepare financial reports as required by funders, including itemized monthly expense reports for all assigned…