Manager of Site Prevention Programs

Manager of Site Based Prevention Programs

BUILD, Inc. (Broader Urban Involvement and Leadership Development) is a nationally respected gang intervention, violence prevention, and youth development organization based in Chicago’s West Side. Since 1969, BUILD has worked to save lives and mentor young people in the city’s most challenged neighborhoods. As Manager of Site-based Prevention Programs (MSBPP), you will partner with the Director of Prevention Services to develop and implement in‑school and after‑school site‑based prevention programming across an assigned geographic location.

You will ensure quality programming, track program data, lead communications, order program materials, and supervise staff.

• Manage programming and supervise team at multiple sites.
• Work collaboratively with school administration, partner organizations, parents and school councils to provide BUILD programs and services.
• Support training and development of program staff so they can engage appropriately with the at‑risk population.
• Plan program activities with staff.
• Stay current with new trends, program content and delivery methods locally and nationally related to after‑school programming.
• Manage youth receiving services.
• Participate in civic engagement activities that advance the mission of BUILD.
• Report to the DPP on progress, changes, challenges, and recommend program needs.
• Provide age‑appropriate workshops on life skills, health and development awareness.
• Support staff in developing and maintaining positive mentor/mentee relationships.
• Recruit and retain youth participants at each site.
• Maintain proper attendance, data collection and record retention in approved agency databases.
• Collect annual data (baseline, year‑end, interpersonal and prosocial behaviors).
• Maintain data and statistics to ensure grant compliance.
• Highly organized to set priorities, develop a work schedule and monitor progress toward goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Minimum 5 years of management experience (Bachelor’s degree preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in youth development.
• Experience facilitating and managing youth and/or public programs.
• Proficient in Windows and Excel.
• Strong organizational and supervisory skills and effective resource management.
• Background working collaboratively with diverse groups.
• Flexible schedule availability, including weekend events.
• Strategic and creative thinking; persistent, motivated and energetic.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to pass a criminal record and child abuse/neglect registry check.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and willingness to travel locally.
• Capability to sit at a desk for prolonged periods and work on a computer.
• Able to lift up to 15 lbs at times.

• Prolonged sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Lifting up to 15 lbs at times.
• All BUILD employees must provide proof of full vaccination status.

• 401(k) + 2% match
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation
• Wellness days
• Flexible spending account

BUILD, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, citizenship, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, medical status, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, or any legally protected status. This policy applies to all employment practices.

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically prohibit employment.

American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement:
External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. This organization reserves the right to revise or change duties and responsibilities as needed. This job description is not a contract of employment.