Program Director of the True Blue Neighbors Youth Scholars
Required skills
- social work
- education
- health
- K-12 out-of-school programs
- diverse backgrounds
- enforce procedures
- maintain consistency
Nice to have
- Bilingual
- English/Spanish
Role summary
The Program Director of the True Blue Neighbors Youth Scholars (TBNYS) at The University of Tulsa is responsible for the overall management and success of the youth program. This role involves interviewing, hiring, training, and mentoring staff and volunteers, as well as maintaining program equipment, materials, and food supplies. The Director will represent TBNYS at events, lead staff meetings, conduct program evaluations, and document/report outcomes to stakeholders. Key responsibilities include fostering partnerships, ensuring compliance with K-12 out-of-school program standards, and maintaining accurate records. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and computer literacy, with a Master's degree and bilingual Spanish proficiency being preferred.
Essential Functions (Responsibilities):
· Interview, hire and train staff and volunteers.
· Mentors staff and volunteers for successful program outcomes.
· Maintain program equipment, materials, and physical space at KWE.
· Monitor program food supply, including ordering and pick-up/delivery.
· Represent TBNYS during special events or projects at KWE, TU, and in the community.
· Seek and participate in professional development and training opportunities.
· Lead staff meetings and program evaluations.
· Document and report outcomes to appropriate funding agencies and academic partners.
· Maintain accurate youth participation records.
· Report accurate work records for self and staff.
· Communicate successes or problems directly and immediately to supervisor.
· Maintain consistent communication with KWE administrators, staff, and other service providers.
· Maintain current partnerships and develop new partnerships to support needs/goals of the program.
Required Qualifications:
Knowledge/Skill/Ability Equivalent Education/Experience
· Computer literate and able to complete administrative duties
· Knowledgeable about the standards of quality for K-12 out-of-school programs
· Able to work with youth and adults from diverse backgrounds with respect
· Able to enforce procedures and maintain consistency within the program.
-Bachelor's degree in social work, education, health or related field
Preferred Qualification:
-Master's degree
-Bilingual in English/Spanish
Special Job Dimensions:
Occasional evenings, weekends, may be required. In state and out of state travel for federal and state grant trainings will be required.
Note: The essential job functions and associated qualifications contained in this document describe the general nature and level of the work performed. They are not intended to represent an exhaustive listing or be inclusive of all aspects of the job. The tasks and procedures involved in the performance of the essential job functions may vary from day-to-day. Major changes in areas of responsibility may occur, as directed by management, and will require revision of this job description.
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