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The Life & Workforce Readiness Director provides strategic leadership, vision, and oversight for programs and initiatives designed to prepare youth and teens for success in postsecondary education, careers, and life. This position is responsible for developing, implementing, evaluating, and continuously improving high-quality experiences that equip Club members with the knowledge, skills, confidence, and relationships necessary to navigate their futures successfully. The Director will lead the development of a comprehensive Life & Workforce Readiness pathway that supports young people from early exposure and skill development through career exploration, work-based learning, post-secondary preparation, internships, employment, and other meaningful opportunities. The Director will ensure that programming is relevant, equitable, engaging, and aligned with the evolving needs of youth, families, employers, and the workforce. The Director will cultivate and strengthen strategic partnerships with employers, colleges and universities, school systems, government agencies, workforce development organizations, and community partners to create meaningful opportunities and career pathways for Club members.

Key Responsibilities:

Program Strategy & Development Develop and lead a comprehensive Life & Workforce Readiness strategy aligned with the organization's strategic plan and youth development priorities. Design and oversee programs focused on life skills, career exploration, workforce readiness, leadership development, financial literacy, postsecondary preparation, and career success. Establish age-appropriate pathways that progressively build skills from childhood through adolescence. Ensure programs incorporate experiential learning, mentorship, career exposure, and real-world application. Research emerging workforce trends and identify opportunities to prepare youth for high-demand careers and industries. Work-Based Learning & Career Exposure Develop and expand internships, job-shadowing, career fairs, employer visits, workplace tours, apprenticeships, and other work-based learning opportunities. Build relationships with employers willing to provide meaningful experiences, mentorship, internships, and employment opportunities for Club members. Establish clear expectations and support systems for youth participating in work-based learning experiences. Coordinate with staff to ensure teens receive appropriate preparation before entering workplace experiences. Track participation and outcomes related to career exposure, internships, employment, and postsecondary enrollment. Postsecondary Readiness Develop initiatives that help youth understand and navigate pathways to college, technical education, credential programs, military service, entrepreneurship, and employment. Strengthen partnerships with colleges, universities, community colleges, trade schools, and credentialing organizations. Coordinate college and career exploration experiences. Support youth in developing skills related to applications, interviews, resumes, financial aid, scholarships, and career planning. Leadership & Life Skills Provide strategic direction for leadership development opportunities that build communication, decision-making, teamwork, problem-solving, self-advocacy, and professionalism. Ensure Club members develop practical life skills necessary for independence and adulthood. Incorporate financial literacy, professional etiquette, workplace communication, goal setting, and personal responsibility into programming. Partnership Development Develop and maintain a strong network of corporate, educational, governmental, and community partners. Identify opportunities for sponsorships, in-kind support, mentoring, internships, career experiences, and program collaboration. Represent the organization at workforce development, education, business, and community events. Develop mutually beneficial partnerships that create sustainable opportunities for Club members. Staff Leadership & Capacity Building Provide strategic leadership and oversight of the Life & Workforce Readiness team. Provide training, coaching, resources, and technical assistance to Club Directors and staff implementing Life & Workforce Readiness programming. Establish consistent program standards, expectations, and procedures across all Club locations. Collaborate with other departments to integrate workforce readiness into the broader Club experience. Support staff in effectively engaging employers, volunteers, mentors, and community partners. Evaluation & Accountability Establish measurable goals, outcomes, and performance indicators for Life & Workforce Readiness initiatives. Monitor participation, engagement, skill development, work-based learning, employment, and postsecondary outcomes. Utilize data and feedback from youth, families, staff, employers, and partners to continuously improve programming. Prepare regular reports and presentations for senior leadership, the Board of Directors, funders, and community partners. Identify funding opportunities and contribute to grant proposals, reports, and other resource-development efforts.

Skills/Knowledge Required:

Degree in related field from an accredited college/university or related experience Work experience in a Boys & Girls Club or similar organization planning and supervising activities based on the developmental needs of teens in a leadership role. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Group leadership skills, including an understanding of group dynamics. Demonstrated organizational, staff and project management abilities. Evidence of collaboration with outside entities.

Additional Requirements:

Required to obtain CDL within the first 90 days. The organization will reimburse the employee for costs associated with obtaining the CDL. CDL and Health Card must remain current throughout the employment with the Boys & Girls Clubs. The employee must be deemed healthy enough to obtain the CDL and the driving record must meet the standards of the organization's insurance carrier. Boys & Girls Clubs will provide approved staff shirts to be worn at all times unless other dress is announced. Club closes two weeks prior to the first day of school each year.

Work Schedule:

This position is scheduled for 40 hours per week. Workdays and start and end times may vary based on Club programming and operational needs. Evening and weekend hours may be required. Professional Leader Meetings

• Tuesdays 12:00PM (Aug.
• May) For 59 years, Boys & Girls Clubs have been a proud part of a 160-year movement leveling the playing field for disadvantaged youth. We help every young person
• regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, ability, or disability
• to reach their full potential.

We believe there is strength in diversity and strive to be inclusive and accessible in recruiting staff, Board Members, and volunteers. Boys & Girls Clubs condemns any act of racism or discrimination and welcomes everyone to join us in building Great Futures for our kids.

Pay:

$60,000.00

• $75,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

403(b) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person