Director of Operations

Director of Operations (Temporary, Bilingual English/Spanish) 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Position Director of Operations (Temporary, Bilingual English/Spanish) Mission To empower the youth in our community with equitable access to social, academic, and career opportunities to thrive Vision All youth grow up to lead fulfilling lives fueled by their passions, talents, and a love of learning Core Values Curiosity, Respect, Ownership, Ganas, Unity, Equity Organization Overview Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula (BGCP) proudly stands as the largest expanded learning provider in San Mateo County, dedicated to empowering 6,700 TK-College students across 30 sites from East Palo Alto to Daly City. We believe that talent is equally distributed across Silicon Valley, but opportunity is not, so we are committed to ensuring that socio‑economically disadvantaged students have equitable access to the opportunities that will help them thrive in school and beyond. Students benefit from high‑quality academic programs, captivating enrichment activities, and access to critical mental health services. With support from our staff, Board, and broader Team BGCP community, we strive to make our community a great place for all kids to grow up. Position Overview The Director of Operations plays a critical role in ensuring that BGCP’s facilities, transportation systems, logistics, and operational infrastructure run seamlessly and safely. Reporting to the VP of Operations, this position oversees day‑to‑day operations across multiple sites, manages vendor relationships, supervises transportation logistics, and ensures resources are aligned to support exceptional programming for youth. This temporary position begins from January 2026 through July 2026, with the possibility to extend based on organizational needs. Roles & Responsibilities Operational Leadership Oversee BGCP facilities operations, transportation systems, and logistics. Implement operational best practices that promote efficiency, safety, and organizational effectiveness. Manage vendor relationships and service contracts, ensuring cost efficiency and quality performance. Develop, monitor, and manage the operations budget. Build strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders. Perform additional operational duties as needed. Transportation Management Supervise van drivers serving students across South San Francisco, San Mateo, Redwood City, Menlo Park, and East Palo Alto. Develop staffing schedules and coverage plans across regions. Ensure fleet safety, compliance, and cleanliness aligned with DMV and organizational standards. Manage student transportation routes between schools, clubhouses, and student homes. Oversee reservations and maintenance scheduling for a fleet of 16 vehicles. Food Program Logistics Manage meal distribution coordination for South San Francisco and Menlo Park sites. Maintain accurate weekly records and submit monthly reporting for state grant compliance. Event & Logistics Support Support logistical planning and execution for organization‑wide events and community partner activities. Coordinate transportation, food service, and facility usage needs. Lead monthly grocery distribution efforts with partners such as Second Harvest. Manage external facility requests (e.g., CZI Community Meeting Space). Staff Access, Safety & Onboarding Support Coordinate quarterly uniform and ID badge distribution for BGCP staff. Manage facility access across four clubhouse locations. Oversee monthly CPR certification sessions in partnership with Business Operations Specialist. Financial & Administrative Operations Provide guidance and oversight for the Business Operations Specialist. Ensure timely reconciliation of department credit card expenses. Verify accurate invoice processing and communication with the Finance team. Qualifications Minimum of 5 years of experience in operations or facilities management Bachelor’s degree in business administration, operations, or a related field required Bilingual in English and Spanish (required) Strong organizational, problem‑solving, and project management skills Knowledge of safety, compliance, and regulatory standards Ability to build collaborative relationships and manage multiple priorities across locations Location Based in Menlo Park, CA, with regular travel required to BGCP sites across the Peninsula (South San Francisco, Daly City, San Mateo, Redwood City, and East Palo Alto) Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 9:30 am - 6:30 pm (Occasional mornings, evenings & weekends required for special events) Compensation & Benefits Employment Status: Full‑Time, Non‑Exempt Hourly Compensation: $45.00 - $50.00, depending on experience (DOE) Health Benefits: You are entitled to company‑provided medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as life and long‑term disability insurance paid at 100% by BGCP with additional buy up options beginning on your start date Retirement Benefits: You will be able to participate in our 401(k) retirement plan after ninety days of employment Comprehensive Paid Time-Off Policy, along with additional benefits Contributing to a thriving community for youth growth: Beyond measure As part of the hiring process, BGCP requires candidates to complete a LiveScan fingerprinting, background check, and tuberculosis (TB) test. Disclaimer: The above declarations are not intended to be an “all-inclusive” list of all duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job. BGCP is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic or combination of characteristics protected under applicable law. BGCP is dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity. We actively encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply for positions within our organization. #J-18808-Ljbffr