Art Director

Description

Since 1891, Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco (BGCSF) has provided high-quality, 

community-based youth development services to youth in San Francisco. Our mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those from disadvantaged circumstances, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens. We impact the lives of Club members, primarily ages six to 18, by focusing on academic success, healthy lifestyles, good character & community engagement, and job readiness with earning potential. We are nationally recognized for the high quality of our programs and comprehensive approach to serving youth. Whether you’re joining our administrative team, a Club team, or our Camp Mendocino team, you’ll be surrounded by enthusiastic, talented, and passionate colleagues who 

wake up every day ready to inspire young people to reach their full potential.

Position Purpose

The Youth Art Director has general responsibility for the Design Studio and is directly responsible to the Assistant Clubhouse Director. They shall plan, organize, direct and control the program and maintenance of the Arts program within the policies of the organization. They shall assume accountability for the results in achieving the outlined goals and objectives of the Arts program.

This non-exempt position is full time (30+ hours weekly during the school year; 40 hours weekly during Summer programming) supporting our award-winning Tenderloin Clubhouse.

This position is benefits eligible.

Work Schedule during the Academic Year:

Mondays: 12:00pm - 6:00pm

Tuesdays through Fridays: 1:00pm - 7:00pm

Work Schedule during the Summer:

Mondays - Fridays : 9:30am - 5:30pm

Key Responsibilities

Program Management - 70%

• Offer age appropriate industrial arts and crafts education experiences for membership including woodworking, ceramics, photography, printmaking, jewelry making, etc. to all members.
• Conduct at least two exhibitions per year and participate in the Boys & Girls Clubs of America photography contest or similar events.
• Assist the Assistant Clubhouse Director in bulletin board preparation and other Clubhouse art projects.
• Plan and organize department programs, subject to the approval of the Assistant Clubhouse Director.
• Supervise the maintenance and operation of the department’s physical property, ensuring club member safety at all times.
• Direct and supervise volunteers or and mentor teen workers assigned to the Art Department.
• Support programs outside the Art Department including homework hour, STEM, literacy and athletics or others.
• Exercise authority in challenges relating to the department.
• Establish and support relationships with art-focused CBOs that would enhance the Art Department experience for youth.

Day to Day Tasks - 30%

• Create and maintain daily statistical reports to Club leadership.
• Attend all meetings, conferences, and training as required.
• Assist with any fundraising projects conducted by the Club and assist with all Club-wide special events.
• Dress in clothing that is conducive to working with youth members in a youth development setting.
• Leads Safe Walk, ensuring members arrive from school drop off points safely to the Club.
• Maintains a “tour ready” Art Room by ensuring supplies are neatly organized and in appropriate quantity and equipment is kept in good working condition. Any other duties the Assistant Clubhouse Director might deem necessary to the best interest of the Club and the overall organization.
• At all times maintain a professional appearance and manner reflective of the high standards of Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco.

Required Skills

• Experience working with youth in industrial arts and crafts programs.
• Ability to develop and implement organized crafts programs and services.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated organizational skills.
• Current Red Cross first aid/CPR certification (or within 90 days of employment).
• Comfortable driving company vehicles - 12 person van.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift 25 lbs. (15 lbs for admin)
• Must be able to stand for at least 2 hours consecutively. (1 hour for admin)
• Must be able to sit at a computer workstation for long periods of time.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits, including employer contribution 
• 401K pre-tax program and 7% employer contribution after one year of service
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Education assistance
• Pre-tax Transportation Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Generous Paid Time Off program  
• Paid Holidays
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Professional development opportunities
• Free all-location West Coast Bay Club membership (for FT & PT after 90 days)

Pay

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and BGCSF needs. At BGCSF, our decisions are based on other factors and dependant on circumstances for each position. Depending on the need and requirement of the position, an individual could be hired at or near the entry level, mid - level or top of the range for their role and compensation. As such, a reasonable estimate of the current range is $24.00-$27.00 per hour.

DISCLAIMER:

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. The organization has the discretion to relocate/reassign a person, as needed.