Program Director

Overview

Organization

First Tee San Joaquin creates experiences that build character to empower kids through a lifetime of new challenges and continuous personal growth. By seamlessly integrating the game of golf with a life skills curriculum, First Tee San Joaquin creates active learning experiences that build inner strength, self-confidence and resilience that kids can carry to everything they do. These character education programs are offered at golf courses, schools and youth centers throughout the greater San Joaquin and Calaveras Counties.

Position Summary

The Program Director (PD), reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), will provide oversight and direction to fulfill the organization’s mission in greater San Joaquin and Calaveras Counties. Inspired by a genuine passion for empowering and helping young people succeed in life, s / he will work diligently to promote and expand the efforts of the organization.

Reporting to and collaborating with the CEO, the PD will oversee program design, implementation, evaluation of programs and curriculum, and support the overall strategic and operational plan for First Tee San Joaquin. In accordance with the standards set by the Board of Directors and CEO, the PD will coordinate the program coaches, volunteers, partnerships, events, data reporting, policies, procedures, and safety protocols.

The PD will represent the chapter to their community. S / he will embody the First Tee’s strong commitment to its youth and will promote the organization throughout the community.

Experience Required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in the area of sports administration, business management, education, recreation or related field.
• 2-3 years’ experience managing a team of coaches / volunteers; preferably in a youth development setting;
• Demonstrate exceptional communication, fiscal management and managerial skills;
• Experience in identifying and managing program staff and volunteers;
• Charismatic, personable and motivational in working with youth and volunteers;
• Passionate youth development ambassador with experience promoting access to and involvement in programs by youth participants, their families, volunteers, donors, donor prospects and allied partners;
• General knowledge of sports and enthusiasm for golf and prior direct experience with youth development programming preferred;
• Excellent, transparent, and inclusive communicator who follows through and follows up; ability to share thoughts and observations; and who consistently treats others equitably and with respect;
• Well-organized and energetic, lead-by-example doer, committed to personal excellence;

Essential Responsibilities

Responsibilities

Benefits

Up to 50% of Medical and Dental Premiums