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Boys & Girls Clubs of Fresno County · 2 hours ago

Executive Director - Camp Riverside

Taunton, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

3+ years exp

Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro South is seeking an energetic and visionary Executive Director to lead Camp Riverside. The Executive Director will provide leadership and oversight for all aspects of Club operations, ensuring high-quality programs and community engagement while driving initiatives for food insecurity and continuous improvement.

Non Profit

Responsibilities

Responsible for fiscal oversight, performance, and budget development including annual budgetary goals and metrics

Effectively operate the facility and all program activities: Manage the facility on a daily basis, ensuring that regular activities and special programs run smoothly. Establish appropriate management tracking methods to ensure the Club performs effectively in all key areas

Represents and promotes the Club in the local community and develops positive working relationships with other organizations, businesses, and governmental entities. Develops, maintains, and models collaborative relationships with community agencies in service delivery area

Oversees the hiring, training, supervision and evaluation of staff

Recruit and hire staff using screening tools and panel interviews to gain the best possible fit

Develop and implement strategies to best utilize our facilities during non-traditional programming hours (rentals, community events etc.)

Maintains responsibility for the safe and effective operations of all Camp Riverside programs, facilities, and support areas

Ensures the highest standards when it comes to camp operation in every aspect of the camp operations (both internal and external)

Directs a progressive camp program including on and off-site programs during the summer and a conference and retreat program during the fall, winter, and spring

Plans, develops, and implements robust camp programs and leads the innovation of new programs, activities, events, and new business lines in partnership with the Club management

Develops innovative curriculum in the areas of leadership development, character development, and outdoor education

Assists with all supporting documentation and ongoing completion of audits of that documentation to ensure safety and quality standards are met for a top-class camp operation

Supports marketing efforts for recruitment and retention of campers in partnership with the Director of Marketing & Communications

Evaluates the camp’s programs continually, involving staff, group leaders, group participants, campers, parents, and the facility. Advise administrative and maintenance staff of operational needs and challenges

Maintains professional and technical knowledge of standards and licensing requirements of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, local municipalities, and licensing bodies in support of our work

Responsible for advancing resources and strategy for food insecurity initiatives organization-wide

Provide overall thought leadership to help define the strategic vision for Club(s) Freight Farm/Food Rescue programming while contributing to the expanded capacity of our Clubs to serve healthy daily meals to our youth and provide fresh, locally grown produce to children and families throughout Southeastern, Massachusetts

Create and implement processes to increase the sustainability and efficiency of the Freight Farms/Food Insecurity programs, manage staff team, and develop relationships with key community partners, and evaluate the effectiveness and impact of the new program to identify areas of improvement

Supervision of (2) full-time staff including; the Farm Operations Director and Food Access & Outreach Director

Responsible for leading, coordinating, and sustaining the organization’s CQI efforts. This role ensures the systematic use of data, performance measurement, and improvement methodologies to enhance organizational effectiveness, service quality, and outcomes. The CQI Manager collaborates with leadership, staff, and stakeholders to foster a culture of continuous learning and accountability

Address Specific Problem Areas: Identify and correct areas where the Club is under-performing. Organize strategies as necessary to address these issues

Establish and implement an annual operating plan: Working with staff, volunteers, and Club management, develop an overall operating plan for the coming year including goals, timelines, growth, retention, and expected results

Directs Club strategic planning responsibilities and develops the annual operating plan of the Club

Creates a member-focused culture and models’ relationship-building skills in all interactions

Fosters a climate of innovation and resolves problems to ensure member satisfaction

Qualification

Camp managementProgram developmentBudgetingTeam leadershipFacility managementCurriculum developmentCommunity relationsData analysisProfessionalismDiversity commitmentCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsRelationship building

Required

Understanding of and deep appreciation for the mission, vision, and values of Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro South and the respective roles of all stakeholder groups

BA/BS from an accredited college or university in business, outdoor education, non-profit management or related field, or equivalent experience required

Comprehensive knowledge of program planning, organizational design, curriculum development, budgeting, and administrative operations

Demonstrated experience managing a high-performing team of direct service staff

Superior organizational skills, attention to detail, and project management experience, including the ability to work efficiently and effectively to meet deadlines in a cross-functional, team-based environment

Demonstrated resource management, budgeting, and analytical skills – including the ability to compile and analyze data for planning and reporting purposes

Technological proficiency, including a command of the Microsoft Office Suite, and familiarity with using a database to track and extract information

Exemplary communication skills (written and verbal) are needed, including the ability to present in front of large groups, interact with and motivate stakeholders, represent the organization at community events and meetings, and write professionally in emails, etc

Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people (staff, families, youth, etc.) and a track record of building and sustaining meaningful relationships with individuals and teams from all socioeconomic backgrounds

Commitment to professionalism including high expectations and standards of quality, a strong work ethic and personal code of ethics, accountability, and dependability

Self-motivated and goal-oriented with the ability to set effective objectives for teams and individuals and take ownership for results

Demonstrated commitment to the values of diversity, inclusiveness, and empowerment

Willing to provide leadership daily in a normal eight-hour day and occasional night and weekend hours. This position does not provide for remote work options

Certifications: As outlined in BGCMS Training Academy upon hire or within allocated training timelines

This position requires a valid driver's license and will require frequent local travel

Preferred

Minimum of three years of experience in camp/recreational business operations, growth and development, community involvement, relationship building, program/business line development, employee selection, supervision and development, and day-to-day enterprise management preferred

Two years of experience in facility management is preferred

BGCA Certified Club Director preferred