The Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware currently has the following positions available. Please contact the Human Resources Department to apply or to inquire about the status of the opening or fax your resume to (302) 661-6493.

The Boys & Girls Club of DE is seeking: 

SPORTS FITNESS/RECREATION  DIRECTOR – JACKSON STREET BOYS & GIRLS CLUB

We are now accepting applications and  resumes for all people interested in applying for the position of Sports Fitness/Recreation Director for the Jackson Street Boys & Girls Club in Wilmington, DE.  

A four-year degree is required, preferably in Physical Education, from an accredited college or university.  A minimum of three years experience developing and implementing programs for youth necessary.  Experience in supervising staff is a plus.  Strong organizational and communication skills are required.

The beginning salary for this position is $30,000.  Benefits include health and major medical insurance (75% paid by Boys & Girls Clubs and 25% paid by employee), life insurance equal to three times salary, long term disability, and pension between 5% and 10% of salary.  Candidate should know that evening work and Saturday work is required.

Attached is a job description for the position.

Resumes, applications and letters of interest should be received by April 15, 2008.

Position is available immediately.

AQUATICS DIRECTOR - H. FLETCHER BROWN & GREATER MILFORD CLUBS

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the limited supervision of the Program Director/Coordinator, the Aquatics Director is responsible for planning, developing, coordinating, supervising, evaluating, and otherwise delivering a comprehensive aquatics program for the Western Sussex Boys & Girls Club’s Seaford Unit and the H. Fletcher Brown Club in Wilmington.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge: Demonstrated ability to organize and operate aquatics programs for youth and adults. Knowledge of pool operations and maintenance.

Education: Must have Bachelors Degree, preferably in physical education or related field of study. If not current, must secure advanced life guarding, CPR, First Aid, and Water Safety Instructor certification. If not current, must secure Certified Pool Operator license within specific timetable.

Experience: Minimum two years experience effectively planning, organizing, implementing and evaluating aquatics programs for youth.

Skills:

§              Demonstrated Communication Skills: Informing, Listening, Presenting, Writing

§              Decision Making: Analyzing, Judgment, Problem Solving, Innovation

§              Community Relations: Speaking, Teaching, Promoting, Informing

§              Leadership Skills: Self-Directed, Team Building, Leading by Example, Encouraging Innovation

§              Budgeting Skills: Projecting Costs, Managing Expenditures Within Budget Guidelines

§              Personal Initiative Skills: Organizational Awareness, Striving for Excellence, Professional Development, Contributing to a Positive Work Environment

§              Planning Skills: Action Planning and Organizing, Monitoring, Time Management, Recruitment

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1.           Develop long range and short range plans within established guidelines, including weekly schedule of specific activities for various age groups.

2.           Cooperate with other staff in coordinating aquatics programs and activities with other Club programs and activities, as well as in meeting programmatic objectives and outcomes established for the Club.

3.           Plan and implement programs and activities in a way that specifically applies Boys & Girls Club’s Youth Development Strategy.

4.           Consistently incorporate “high yield learning activities” in all aquatics youth programs.

5.           Deliver a variety of aquatics programs and services for Club members, age and gender inclusive, during regular Club hours, as well as other age groups during non-Club hours.

6.           Provide for swimming instruction on all levels.

7.           Ensure safe operation of all aquatics-related activities. This involves, but is not limited to: condition of equipment and facilities; age-appropriateness; ability levels; weather; appropriate use of equipment.

8.           Assist or take charge in crisis or emergency situations per established BGCDE policies and guidelines.

9.           Directly supervise children and youth within guidelines established by Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware and the Program Director.

10.      Assist in the guidance and discipline of Club members.

11.      Present yourself as a positive role model for youth.

12.      Promote and stimulate participation in aquatics programs and activities. In addition to meeting a variety of needs and interests, this involves consistently active and supportive engagement with members; building community awareness of aquatics programs at the Club; developing and maintaining a clean, safe, attractive, inviting facility and environment for young people; etc.

13.      Recruit, hire, train, supervise and develop staff and volunteers needed for the program.

14.      Assist in developing resources to support aquatics programs.

15.      Assist in planning and implementing Club-wide activities, events and initiatives.

16.      Complete and submit reports, and perform other administrative tasks as needed or directed.

17.      Contribute toward development of a positive identity and strong presence for the Boys & Girls Clubs in the community.

18.      Assume other tasks, assignments and responsibilities as needed or directed.

19.      Support and contribute to the success of other staff members.

ADDITIONAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

§              Supervisory Responsibilities

o            Provide direct and ongoing supervision to volunteers and part-time staff.

o            Provide leadership at special programs and/or events.

§              Budget Responsibilities

o            Control expenditures against an assigned budget.

o            Recommend income and expense projections for assigned areas of responsibility.

o            Assist with the financial development of the overall aquatics program, as well as the Western Sussex Boys & Girls Club and Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware.

§              Relationships

o            Internal: Boys & Girls Club members, employees, board members and other volunteers, and other stakeholders.

o            External: Seaford community residents, community leaders, businesses, vendors, schools and other youth-serving organizations.

§              Other Requirements

o            Valid Delaware state driver’s license

o            Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware certification for operating Club vehicles

ENVIRONMENTAL AND WORKING CONDITIONS: For the most part, environmental and working conditions are indoors; various meeting locations in and out of the Club; local and occasional statewide travel required; occasional outdoor events and other activities.

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.

§              Regularly speak clearly and hear the spoken word.

WORK HOURS:

Work hours vary and include afternoon, evening, and occasional weekend hours (special events). When not directly delivering programs, the Aquatics Director is expected to supervise staff and programs during the hours those programs are being delivered.

EFFECT ON END RESULTS:

The results of the Aquatics Director’s work should be a well-rounded, well-organized, and safe aquatics program that consistently attracts large numbers of youth to the Club and meets the needs of the community within the established programmatic objectives and outcomes of the Western Sussex Boys & Girls Club.  All aspects of the program are conducted in a safe, professional manner that adheres to the policies and procedures established by Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware.

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