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KGLRC Seeks Director of Programs

The Kalamazoo Gay and Lesbian Resource Center seeks an outgoing and energetic director of programs to play a key role in the KGLRC team. The director of programs oversees the implementation, management, supervision and evaluation of all the organization’s programs. This is a full-time position.

Please submit resumes and cover letters to [email protected] with the subject “Director of Programs” by November 12, 2023 at 5pm.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Compile, maintain and report on the monthly, quarterly and annual program statistics.
  • Analyze trends in the program, identifying issues and developing and recommending solutions
  • Implement, manage, supervise and evaluate all activities related to the programs
  • Develop, implement and evaluate recruitment strategies to expand the number of volunteers to support activities and programs
  • Develop, implement and evaluate recruitment strategies to expand the number of community members participating in activities and programs
  • Responsible for supporting community committees as assigned
  • Overseeing the outreach, planning and implementation of the Triangle Mentorship Program
  • Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, education, related field, or equivalent work experience
  • 3+ years experience in nonprofit or social service field
  • Strong problem solving and group work leadership skills
  • Ability to interact with people of all ages and cultural backgrounds
  • Proficient computer skills
  • Effective oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to work evenings and some weekends
  • Bilingual, preferred
  • A can-do attitude, attention to detail, and a commitment to high performance standards
  • The ability to organize, set priorities among multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and function calmly under pressure
  • Flexible, punctual, and highly reliable
  • People skills and a sense of humor