Education Director

Leading the Change in Youth Development At Boys & Girls Clubs of King County, we are taking youth programming to a new level. We are one of the largest Club organizations in the country, and we pride ourselves on always doing what is best for youth. As leaders in youth development, we provide a safe place for kids and teens during critical out-of-school time that is affordable for all families.

Our Clubs offer life-changing programs and services to youth in greater Seattle. We prioritize a youth-centric Club experience through culturally relevant, inclusive, and diverse programming delivered by individuals committed to serving youth.

Our organization values advancing racial equity, creating safe spaces, encouraging collaboration and accountability, and seeking transparent and authentic communication. If you are passionate about youth development, love to connect with people, have a proven track record of results with youth, and want to be part of an extraordinary team, Boys & Girls Clubs of King County is right for you!!

Opportunity Overview: EDUCATION DIRECTOR Deliver excellence through managing and leading the Education Department ensuring the highest quality educational programs and service delivery for its members, employees, and the community. Develop, oversee, and lead Education Department staff and volunteers to ensure quality programming. Plan, develop, and oversee implementation and supervision of programs and department responsibilities. Work in partnership with the Program Director to ensure programming goals and benchmarks are met.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage and assure an Outcome-Driven Club Experience for youth and families.

Ensure program activities are organized and conducted in a professional manner and are reflective of the Boys & Girls Club philosophies and YPQA.Coordinate and oversee ongoing Boys & Girls Clubs of America, Boys & Girls Clubs of King County, and site-specific educational programs.

Hire, train, oversee and develop staff and volunteers.

Manage all aspects of the Learning Center and Computer lab including outcomes, supervision, staffing and monitoring as well as equipment maintenance.

Facilitate club program reporting and evaluations to be provided to internal and external parties in a timely manner.

Through effective delegation and oversight, assured effective administrative functions including data management, financial and bookkeeping files, personnel files, metric recording and reporting, and background checks.

Monitor education budget, including scholarship distribution.

Assist in general operation of site-specific Boys & Girls Club, including providing customer service to parents, members, volunteers, and donors as needed.

Develop positive relationships with school administrators and parents for all programs.

RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal:
Maintain close, daily contact with Club staff (professional and volunteer), Club members and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain or interpret guidelines/instructions; instruct, and advise/counsel, collaborate and partner on appropriate committees and task forces. Collaborate with other clubs as appropriate.

External:
Maintain contact as needed with local advisory board, external community groups, schools, member’s parents and other stakeholders to assist in resolving problems; build strategic partnerships, and maintain good public relations.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:1-2 years leadership experience.

For licensed sites, must meet Washington Administrative Code(WAC)  requirements for Assistant Director.

High school diploma required

Experience hiring, training and supervising staff

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Knowledge and/or experience working with a…