Program Director

***40 Hours Per Week, Pay Rage is $65,000-$71,500 per year***

The Salvation Army Mission: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Job Summary/Primary Purpose: The Program Director provides overall leadership and oversight to the North Corps Program areas to implement the vision established by the Corps Officer to provide excellence in programming and fulfill the needs of the members and community. The role is responsible to support General Manager and Corps Officers in creating and fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement, promotion of best practices and innovative solutions to fulfill and advance the mission of The Salvation Army (TSA).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for developing and growing effective, impactful, and sustainable programs, including program development, implementation, and ongoing staff management.
• Assure that appropriate record keeping of program elements including statistical reports, accounting of expenditures and collections, program evaluations, etc. are maintained.
• Provides oversight, support, strategic guidance and development for program managers and coordinators as assigned by the Corps Officers and General Manager.
• Partners with Corps leadership to develop and maintain overall strategies, priorities and direction for the North Corps.
• Develop short- and long-term program strategy to increase participation, satisfaction, and sustainability while supporting the overall Christian Mission of the North Corps.
• Identify community needs and develop programs and strategies to meet those needs.
• Identify opportunities for grants, MOU's, agreements, and contracts that assist in providing efficiency and sustainability in program areas and implement in coordination with Corps Leadership and DHQ.
• Responsible to provide professional and effective oral and written communication in executing grants, MOU's, agreements and contracts as required.
• Ensure adherence to risk management and emergency procedures as well as all established TSA policies and procedures.
• Work with Program Managers and Supervisors to develop overall department budgets and achieve established budget priorities reflecting a sustainability mindset and monitor program resources as required.
• Oversees development of class schedules and recommend appropriate fee schedules.
• Develops and implements a plan for integrating volunteers into program departments to bring needed skills, increase community ownership, and increase bandwidth while controlling payroll costs.
• Participate in the Manager on Duty Program.
• Driving is a requirement of this position.
• All other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervises program department management and coordinators.

Education and/or Experience: Bachelor's degree in a related field of study or equivalent industry knowledge and at least 5 years of related experience. Prefer a master's degree in a related field of study.

Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for this position.

• Possess strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills. Ability to work/communicate effectively with cross-functional teams and program staff without prejudice, demonstrating the ability to handle sensitive issues with diplomacy.
• Strong skills with Microsoft Office Suite along with the ability to access website for timekeeping and pay purposes.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• English proficiency required; Spanish language skill helpful and can write speeches and articles for publications and effectively present information to public groups, senior management, and boards of directors.
• Ability to be flexible and able to work on multiple projects or tasks simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential matters.
• Strong independent judgement.

Other Qualifications: Must pass all applicable background checks. Must possess a valid driver's license from the state in which you reside. Must be approved through The Salvation Army Fleet Safety Program to drive either a Salvation Army or personal vehicle on Salvation Army business

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must successfully complete Safe from Harm training within 90 days of hire, as established by The Salvation Army; Cardiovascular Pulmonary Resuscitation for the Professional or ability to attain within the first 30 days of employment; National accreditations or certifications in fitness, aquatics, or other program fields

Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical requirements include good speaking, hearing and vision. Excellent manual dexterity. Ability to stand, bend and reach for extended periods of time, dexterity of hands and fingers to operate equipment. This position will require the ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Working Conditions: Much of the workday will be in a mixed environment including offices, service counters, and other program spaces. In addition, portions of the primary work facility may be considered humid (natatorium) while other locations (gymnasium) may be considered moderately loud in nature.