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Position Summary the   Assistant   Director of the   Out-of-School (OOS) program serves as the second-in-command of the   OOS   program and the   Director’s primary operational partner in delivering a high-quality after-school and full-day summer program for students in kindergarten through 8th grade. While the   Director owns program vision, budget, staffing decisions, partnerships, and regulatory accountability, the   Assistant   Director owns execution: converting the Director’s program design into daily and weekly plans, supervising and coaching the program team, safeguarding quality and safety on the program floor, and keeping records, data, and compliance documentation review ready. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Program Delivery and Quality • Champion the Malone Center mission, vision, and values in all internal and external engagements. • Translate the Director’s program design into weekly activity plans, lesson blocks, staffing assignments, and daily schedules for both the   academic   year   and summer sessions. • Oversee the consistent delivery of academic support, enrichment clubs, recreation, social-emotional learning, and youth development activities for students in kindergarten through 8th grade. • Conduct structured program-quality observations, document findings, and lead follow-up   coaching,   report   trends   and recommended improvements to the Director. • Ensure program spaces are prepared, safe, welcoming, and reset each day, and that materials and equipment are ready before students arrive. • Monitor staff-to-student ratios and coverage in real time and adjust placements as needed to   maintain   proper supervision. • Lead the operational execution of program transitions, including   school-year   to summer changeover and back-to-school launch. Staff Supervision and Development • Directly supervise the OOS front-line   program   staff and volunteers. • Participate in recruitment by screening applicants, conducting interviews, and recommending candidates to the Director for hiring decisions. • Lead staff onboarding and orientation, and deliver ongoing in-service training on behavior support, trauma-informed practice, safety procedures, and CACFP requirements using materials developed with the Director. • Build staff schedules and coverage plans for Director review, and manage day-to-day timekeeping, shift changes, and   absence   coverage. • Provide regular coaching, feedback, and documented performance observations; draft performance evaluation input and support staff in setting and tracking SMART goals. • Facilitate weekly team meetings and ensure decisions, updates, and expectations are communicated consistently across all staff and shifts. • Address routine performance and conduct concerns   in accordance with   organizational   policy and   escalate formal disciplinary matters to the Director. Youth Engagement and Behavior Support • Ensure activities are age-appropriate, culturally responsive, and grounded in trauma-informed and restorative practice. • Serve as the escalation point for behavior incidents beyond the Supervisor’s scope, providing de-escalation, intervention, and follow-up with students and families. • Develop and   monitor   individual behavior support plans in partnership with staff, families, and school personnel as needed. • Oversee student incentive, recognition, and youth leadership initiatives   established   by the Director. • Complete and review incident documentation for accuracy and   timeliness and   ensure required notifications are made. Family, School, and Community Engagement • Manage day-to-day family communication, including enrollment intake, orientation, daily updates, and routine concerns. • Represent the OOS Program in school-based and community meetings as   designated   by the Director. • Coordinate   logistics   for family engagement events, open houses, and community partnership activities. • Maintain positive, professional relationships with school staff, families, funders, and partners, and route contractual or agreement-level matters to the Director. Compliance, CACFP, and Recordkeeping • Ensure   accurate   daily attendance, meal and snack   counts,   production records, menus, and point-of-service documentation are completed   in accordance with   CACFP, USDA, state, and organizational requirements. • Monitor and audit records on a scheduled basis, correct deficiencies, and confirm all files   are always review-ready. • Train and monitor staff on CACFP procedures, meal service requirements, civil rights expectations, sanitation, and documentation practices. • Oversee use of the   Brightwheel   parent and teacher portal and other program systems, ensuring   timely   and   accurate   data entry by all staff. • Prepare the site for licensing visits, CACFP reviews,   monitoring   visits, and audits, and   support   the Director in implementing corrective actions. • Enforce all safety, health, emergency, and child-supervision procedures, and   lead   required drills and safety walkthroughs. • Track supply and material inventory, prepare purchase requests, reconcile receipts, and   monitor   spending against approved budget lines. Data, Reporting, and Continuous Improvement • Compile attendance, participation, enrollment, and outcome data for Director review and funder reporting. • Prepare draft reports, dashboards, and presentation materials on program performance and participation. • Identify   operational bottlenecks and quality gaps and propose practical solutions to the Director. Transportation, Events, and Field Trips • Oversee transportation   logistics, including van scheduling, pre-trip   vehicle and   safety checks, driver certification verification, and route coverage. • Plan and lead the operational execution of field trips and   special events, including during and outside of regular program hours. • Perform all other duties as assigned. Delegated Authority In the Director’s absence, the Assistant Director serves as the designated person in charge and   is authorized to   make operational decisions   regarding   staffing coverage, schedule adjustments, student behavior response, family communication, and emergency procedures. The Assistant Director does not have authority to make hiring or termination decisions, approve expenditures beyond a limit set by the Director, enter into agreements on behalf of the organization, or   modify   the approved program model without Director approval. Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in education, child development, youth development, social work, recreation, nonprofit management, or   a related   field preferred. • Minimum of three years of experience in youth development, after-school programming, childcare, or summer programming, including at least one year of supervisory or lead responsibility. • In lieu of a degree, five years of progressively responsible experience in a school-age youth program, including supervisory experience, will be considered. • Demonstrated experience serving children and families from marginalized and under-resourced communities. • Working knowledge of child and youth development for elementary and middle school students. • Knowledge of CACFP, licensed childcare operations, subsidy programs, and health and safety requirements preferred. • Demonstrated ability to coach and develop staff and hold others accountable to clear standards. • Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills. • Ability to manage multiple priorities and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment. • Proficiency   with computer systems, online portals, recordkeeping, email, and reporting tools. • Ability to pass a preemployment background check and fingerprinting. • Valid Nebraska driver’s license with an acceptable driving record. • Professional appearance and conduct when   representing   the Malone Center. Required Certifications and Trainings • CPR/First Aid Certification, or ability to obtain within the first   30 days   of employment. • Food Handlers Permit, or ability to obtain within the first   30 days   of employment. • Mandated Reporter training within the first   60 days   of employment. • “Safe   Kids Buckle Up” program within the first   60 days   of employment. • Child Care Health and Safety training within the first   90 days   of employment. • “Safe with You” training within the first   90 days   of employment. Compensation and Benefits Salary Range:   $46,000–$56,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience. • Health, dental, and vision insurance • Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays • Professional development and training opportunities, including a defined pathway toward program directorship • Wellness resources Preferred Attributes • Commitment to youth empowerment, equity, and culturally responsive programming. • Ability to lead peers and front-line staff with credibility, consistency, and warmth. • Sound judgment and comfort making decisions independently within a defined scope. • Discretion in handling confidential student, family, and personnel information. • Proactive, solutions-oriented approach with a strong focus on quality improvement. • Ability to   represent   the organization professionally and uphold its mission and values. The Malone Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities / Women / Veterans / Disabled About Malone Center Since 1955, Malone has served neighboring families, youth, and the Lincoln community with inclusive, social, cultural, educational, employment and welfare services. With our active support against poverty and our vision to create unity and a prosperity consciousness in Lincoln, we are constantly re-evaluating our programs to ensure the current needs of the community are being met.