Vice President of Teens & Post-Secondary Success

Are you committed to closing the opportunity gap for low-income youth? Are you an inspiring leader ready to unleash the talent of teens and professionals? Do you want to be part of the leadership of a vibrant, entrepreneurial nonprofit in the heart of Silicon Valley? Do you believe in the power of expanded learning time programs, in close partnership with schools, to enhance school success? Are you a strategic thinker who embraces trade-offs to optimize impact? Are you ambitious and hungry to find ways to increase impact? If so, the Vice President of Teens & Post-Secondary Success position at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Silicon Valley could be for you.

Established in 1944, Boys & Girls Clubs of Silicon Valley (BGCSV) is dedicated to uplifting the lives of underprivileged Santa Clara County youth ages 4-18-and beyond. In addition to being a haven that fosters positive relationships and belonging, we collaborate closely with school officials to offer a diverse range of afterschool and summer enrichment programs, serving 7,000 members across 40 clubhouse locations spanning San Jose, Morgan Hill, Gilroy, Hollister, and Contra Costa County. We aim to bridge the gap for low-income youth and amplify pathways to success within historically underserved communities by fostering scholastic achievement. As an autonomous 501(c)(3) entity affiliated with Boys & Girls Clubs of America, BGCSV operates under the stewardship of a local Board of Directors. This dedicated team oversees our programs and funding, ensuring our continued impact on the lives of Silicon Valley Youth.

Job Summary

The Vice President of Teens & Post-Secondary Success will manage the daily operations of all teen programs and initiatives, overseeing a dedicated team committed to ensuring teens and young adults have the skills they need to succeed in school, a career, and life. The Vice President of Teens & Post-Secondary Success will lead the implementation of needs- and interest-based programs and initiatives that help teens and young adults link academic, personal, and professional goals to ensure persistence to graduation and successful transition through college, a technical development program, or entry into the workforce.

Our ideal candidate excels in strategic planning, program development, and execution, consistently meeting or exceeding their annual goals. Their extensive knowledge, skills, and expertise make them an invaluable resource for their staff, providing guidance, support, and mentorship. They are adept at identifying opportunities for improvement, implementing best practices, and fostering a collaborative and inclusive team environment. By leveraging their deep understanding of youth development and college and career readiness, they ensure that programs are impactful and aligned with our mission.

Responsibilities

Leadership Excellence

• Set a clear vision and strategic direction for all teen programs and initiatives.
• Ensure alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of professionals dedicated to teens and their post-secondary success.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve program goals and outcomes.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment.
• Empower staff to innovate and excel in their roles.
• Lead by example, providing staff mentorship, coaching, support, and professional development opportunities, ensuring they are prepared to execute the highest quality instruction and advising.
• Take a proactive approach to leadership, ensuring programs are impactful, sustainable, and continuously improving.
• Address the evolving needs of teens and young adults.
• Lead teen-specific program events.

Youth Development, College and Career Readiness Expertise

• Expertise in youth development principles, social and emotional learning, health and well-being, character and leadership development, academic success, life, college, and workforce readiness.
• Deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing teens and young adults.
• Commitment to creating inclusive and supportive environments for all youth.
• Implement innovative programs, activities, and curricula that prepare youth for post-secondary success.
• Take the initiative in researching youth development methods and research- and evidence-based programs to evolve our program quality continuously.

Operational Management

• Demonstrate exceptional organizational skills to manage multiple team members, programs, and initiatives simultaneously.
• Ensure timely completion of projects and adherence to deadlines.
• Oversee daily operations of all teen programs and initiatives, ensuring effectiveness.
• Oversee direct reports' student and program data management in the appropriate tracking systems.
• Implement continuous improvement processes to enhance operational effectiveness.
• Collect and analyze data to continually develop goals to improve practices and programs.
• Manage program resources, not exceeding budgeted expenses.

Partnership and Community Engagement

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with community partners, schools, and other stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain diverse partnerships that deepen impact and provide opportunities to students, including business, healthcare, education, nonprofit organizations, and other industries.
• Serve as an advocate for youth programs and represent the organization in various forums.
• Oversee student outreach and recruitment efforts, including marketing and promotional materials to recruit and retain youth and young adults.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in a related field from an accredited college or university, relevant graduate degree strongly preferred
• A minimum of ten (10) years of experience working with high school-aged youth
• A minimum of ten (10) years of management experience
• Expertise in youth development principles and college and workforce readiness
• Deep, personal commitment to helping low-income youth and young adults succeed in school and careers
• Passionate about BGCSV's vision and mission
• Inspiring, dynamic, transformational leader and culture builder
• Natural collaborator and community builder
• Ambitious, optimistic, and takes initiative
• Experience building, implementing, and scaling programs for low-income youth with a history of achieving results
• Experience managing multiple people and programs
• Results-driven approach; seek data to inform decisions
• Comfortable with fluid work environments; resilient
• Great organization, tracking, and follow-through
• Self-manager, successful with minimal oversight
• Comfortable working with donors and school districts
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Effective presentation skills
• Clear DOJ background check

Pay

The pay range for this role is $115K-$120K. Compensation will be determined based on permissible factors such as transferable skills, work experience, and market demands. The compensation range provided is subject to change and may be modified. BGCSV is growing, and a promotion is possible shortly based on employee success.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

At BGCSV, we recognize and celebrate individuals' wealth of experience and talent beyond any required skills and qualifications. Diversity of backgrounds, abilities, and passion are the most critical keys to meaningful innovation and excellence. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply for positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

BGCSV is an equal-opportunity employer. We accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, national origin, marital status, medical condition as defined by state law (genetic characteristics or cancer), physical or mental disability, military service or veterans' status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.

Notice to Recruiters and Agencies

BGCSV recruits candidates directly rather than through third-party recruiters or agencies. Under no circumstances will BGCSV pay a fee for candidates submitted or presented without a signed recruiting agreement in place between BGCSV and the recruiter or agency before the submittal; any submittal must be for requisition specifically and individually assigned in writing by BGCSV's HR department. In the case of candidate(s) submitted or presented to BGCSV by a recruiter or agency without a signed agreement AND written assignment by BGCSV Human Resources, BGCSV explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) with no financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.

Salary Description

$115,000 to $120,000