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Program Director The First Tee Orange County

OneOC

Program Director The First Tee Orange County

Santa Ana, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    OneOC is proud to partner with The First Tee of Orange County in the recruitment of the Program Director.

    First Tee Overview

    For more than 22 years, The First Tee has been using the platform of golf to provide innovative and experiential learning opportunities for young people. Character education and long-term life skills are at the heart of our programs, which are delivered by coaches who have been trained in positive youth development. The First Tee Life Skills Experience is the unique component that sets The First Tee apart from many other successful junior golf programs and youth development programs. By engaging young people in a combination of life skills, leadership, and golf activities, they are also exposed to positive traits that will help them achieve success in life. In the process, participants become valuable assets to their community. First Tee offers character education programs at golf courses, elementary schools, and youth centers in 150 chapters in all 50 states and internationally. To learn more about First Tee please visit our website at the https://thefirsttee.org.

    Chapter Overview

    The First Tee of Orange County was established in 2013. We are more than a sports program. We shape the lives of young people throughout communities in Orange County providing character building and life skills lessons while promoting healthy eating habits through the game of golf.

    Mission Statement

    To impact the lives of young people by providing educational programs that build character, instill life-enhancing values and promote healthy choices through the game of golf.

    Reporting Structure

    The Program Director reports to the Executive Director. He/she also provides routine program updates to the Board of Directors and, as requested, to the Home Office of The First Tee.

    Supervision

    The Program Director manages all coaches, program volunteers, and community partnership coordinators.

    Job Summary

    The Program Director provides strategy, vision and leadership to the program development and curriculum by planning, promoting and scheduling instruction in accordance with First Tee Life Skills Experience. The Program Director also is responsible for the supervision of daily program operations, course access, facility and fiscal management, policy implementation and safety of all programs operated by First Tee of Orange County. He/she works collaboratively with the paid and volunteer staff of the Chapter, as well as the Board of Directors and community representatives in an effort to advance the organization’s mission by expanding the number of sites where Orange County’s youth may be served. He/she serves as an ambassador and steward of the organization by incorporating its Core Values into all programs, special events, fundraising activities and other opportunities to represent the organization to the general public.

    Ideal Candidate

    The Orange County Chapter of First Tee seeks candidates who are strong leaders with outstanding communication and interpersonal skills; high energy, with a “can do” attitude; proactive and flexible in an environment of change, a critical thinker, customer service friendly, and solution oriented. The ideal candidate will have a high level of integrity who lives the nine core values of First Tee, will be passionate about teaching and mentoring youth and enjoys inspiring a volunteer community, engaging parents and participants’ families, and excited about motivating, coaching and inspiring their team. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively and partner closely with the Executive Director with achieving chapter key performance metrics and organization benchmarks.

    Roles and Responsibilities Coaching:

    Must be or become, within a time period determined by chapter leadership, proficient in the TARGET program and the delivery of PLAYer, Par, Birdie and Eagle levels through The First Tee Coach Program

    Develop programs and implement The First Tee Life Skills Education as outlined in The First Tee guidelines

    Coach the First Tee Life Skills Experience and administer The First Tee Certification process

    Make the game and experience fun for participants

    Provide a safe environment

    Conduct “On-Course” orientations for participants

    Recruit, hire, motivate and train potential candidates to expand coaching staff based on seasonality, expanded funding or site expansion opportunities

    Administer quarterly lead instructor observations

    Set goals and expectations with each employee while reviewing progress throughout the year providing feedback for improved performance and developing staff retention and succession plans

    Program Scheduling:

    Coordinate registration, schedules, transportation and lesson plans for clinics, trainings, and programs with other youth services organizations and schools

    Create and implement off-season and supplemental programs

    Plan and satisfy equipment needs for the programs; minimize equipment loss or theft

    Maintain the quality of equipment and all instructional areas

    Assist in the development/selection of training aids and materials

    Collaborate with golf industry and community leaders to identify expansion sites in areas of the county with high demand for the chapter’s services

    Management/Administration:

    Develop optimal schedule for coaches, by location based on participant demand and facility availability and track/verify coaches’ hours in order to allocate them to the appropriate program or funding source

    Track participants’ information and progress through The First Tee Salesforce portal; maintain accurate records

    Develop retention and progression plan to move participants through the certification levels

    Develop, implement, and update program policies and procedures

    Assist in developing and adhering to the Program & Operating budget

    Report program metrics, operations data, and pertinent program data to the Executive Director, Board of Directors and/or the Home Office of The First Tee as requested

    Attend meetings and advise Board Committees

    Provide recognition and awards for participants

    Encourage Birdie level youth and higher to participate in network benefits and other First Tee regional or national opportunities

    Oversee social media postings and chapter website maintenance

    Complete monthly expense report in a timely manner

    Report bi-monthly staff payroll to Executive Director

    Manage special events for parents/volunteers (i.e. Holiday party, parent/junior tournaments)

    Volunteers:

    Develop a volunteer coaching structure to ensure sufficient adult mentors and quality programming, including recruitment, training, recognition and retention plans

    Create an active volunteer committee focused on projects and activities to support the chapter

    Develop written roles and responsibilities for volunteer positions

    Involve volunteers and golf professionals in the delivery of programs

    Recruit and train volunteers to assist with and lead classes

    Parents:

    Lead parent orientation programs

    Communicate with parents/participants through web site, email and mail

    Provide opportunities to engage parents in their child’s learning

    Provide opportunities for participant family members to learn the game of golf

    Community/ Network Outreach:

    Represent the Chapter to the community and aid in fundraising, marketing, public relations and communication efforts

    Assist in the creation of promotional brochures to increase awareness of the programs and facility

    Communicate with and submit documentation as required to The First Tee Home Office

    Network with other Chapter colleagues and exchange best practice ideas

    Develop partnerships with Boys & Girls Clubs and other after school programs

    Develop transition opportunities for outreach programs including DRIVE

    Program Affiliates:

    Identify and recruit strategic program affiliate sites/locations within Chapter service area

    Create and maintain relationships with program affiliate partners

    Assess, operate and maintain high quality programs and operations at each site

    Effectively utilize access to golf course and practice areas

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s Degree in sports administration, business management, education, recreation or related field

    Prior experience with or knowledge of The First Tee a plus

    At least three years-experience as a PGA of America or LPGA teaching professional preferred

    Demonstrate exceptional communication, fiscal management and managerial skills

    Adhere to the standards of conduct and involvement established by the PGA/LPGA

    Experience in identifying and managing program staff and volunteers

    Charismatic, personable, and motivational in working with youth and volunteers

    Able to travel to attend Academies, Coach Trainings, Regional and Network Meetings

    Ability to use personal vehicle to travel throughout Orange County, CA (according to the chapter’s mileage reimbursement policy)

    Lives in one of the communities in Orange County preferred

    Additional Position Criteria

    An excellent command of the English language, both verbally and written, is required.

    The individual must also successfully complete a pre-employment Criminal Background

    Check and adhere to the Chapter’s Compliance Program policies/procedures concerning Conflicts of Interest and related matters.

    Position Location

    The position is based at TFTOC’s Main Administrative Office, Anaheim, CA, with additional travel to the chapter’s sites throughout the county as needed.

    Employment Status

    Full time, Exempt Position

    Compensation

    The Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

    CONTACT INFORMATION

    Please send resumes to:

    sbrooks@oneoc.org

    714-597-8951

    Direct all correspondence, emails, and telephone calls to OneOC. Any resumes sent, or telephone calls made to The First Tee will be redirected to OneOC.

    The First Tee of Orange County is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.