What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Director position at THE SALVATION ARMY CENTRAL TERRITORY?
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.
Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center Purpose Statement
Inspire people to discover their God given talents and develop their potential through artistic, educational, physical, and spiritual experiences in a Christ-centered atmosphere.
Job Summary/Primary Purpose: The Program Director provides overall leadership and oversight to the Kroc Center’s Program areas to implement the vision established by the Senior Kroc Officer to provide excellence in programming and fulfill the needs of the members and community.
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 Senior Kroc Officer.
- Partners with Kroc leadership to develop and maintain overall strategies, priorities and direction for the Kroc Center.
- Develop short- and long-term program strategy to increase participation, satisfaction, and sustainability while supporting the overall Christian Mission of the Kroc Center.
- 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 Kroc Leadership and DHQ.
- 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 Salvation Army (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 an essential requirement for the role.
- 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.
