We are hiring a Youth Program Director!

Position Title: Youth Program Director
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Kern County
Reports to: Executive Director
Payrate: $75,000 – $80,000

The Organization

The Dolores Huerta Foundation (DHF) is a growing 501(c)(3) non-profit
organization. Our mission is to inspire and organize communities to build volunteer organizations
empowered to pursue social justice. DHF is based in Bakersfield, California. We organize in the
counties of Tulare, Fresno, Kern, and the high desert area of Los Angeles County. We are seeking
Student Success Mentors who are passionate about supporting this work.

Position Summary

The Youth Program Director plays a pivotal role in creating a supportive enriching environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create engaging curriculum and activities that promote personal growth, leadership skills, and
  community involvement.
• Recruit, train, and mentor program staff and volunteers to ensure effective program delivery.
• Collaborate with community partners, schools, and other organizations to expand program reach
  and resources.
• Evaluate program outcomes and make data-driven decisions to continuously improve program
  quality and impact.
• Manage program budget and resources efficiently to maximize effectiveness and sustainability.

EDUCATION

Required Competencies:

• Graduate from an accredited college with a Bachelor's degree in education, youth
  development
• Proven experience in program development, implementation, and management, preferably in
  a youth-focused setting.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate others towards a common goal.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with
  diverse stakeholders.
• Knowledge of best practices in youth development, experiential learning, and trauma-informed
  care.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while also demonstrating initiative and
  autonomy.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and navigate challenges effectively.
• Passion for making a difference in the lives of young people and a commitment to social
  justice.

Job Specific Competencies:

• Strategic Thinking: Possesses a broad understanding of organizational strategic planning,
  implementation and evaluation.
• Leadership: Demonstrates understanding of a variety of leadership and management principles
  and practices.
  Mission Focus: Possesses advanced knowledge and understanding of the challenges and
  opportunities relating to the mission of the organization.
• Technical Skill: Knowledge of graphic design and digital media; knowledge of arts community
  and education institutions; Extensive experience planning and organizing events and public
  programs.
• Communication: Communicates clearly, both verbally and in writing. Is an effective public
  speaker. Communicates effectively and professionally among all levels of the organization and the
  public. Bilingual (Spanish and English) applicants a plus
• Ethical Practice: Models the highest level of ethics, integrity, DHF values and social
  responsibility.
• Relationship Management: Demonstrated experience working with staff at all levels in a
  collaborative, environment; commitment and ability to promote and sustain positive workplace
  values and relationships
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to work well under pressure, remain calm and controlled when faced
  with difficult situations. Strives for immediate address.

Organizational Competencies:

Alignment with DHF values: Understanding and appreciation of Dolores Huerta’s legacy and the
farmworker’s movement is foundational to staff’s commitment to working with our BIPOC children,
families and communities. Demonstrates respect for and appreciation of social justice history, and
community organizing culture, understanding its implication in one’s work, in fostering meaningful
relationships, and in embracing the community served.

• • Social Justice – We strive to achieve equity of distribution of wealth, opportunities, and
    privileges in our society by dismantling systems of oppression, protecting Mother Earth,
    and building a true democracy that values human rights including a person's right to love
    whomever they wish to love.
  • Self Determination – We believe in the right of people to choose and be empowered to
    create their own destiny.
  • Democracy – We believe in political representation, freedom, and equity, everyone has an
    equal voice in organizations and governance.
  • Collective Action – We believe there is a mighty power in people organizing together
    towards a common goal.
  • Volunteerism – We believe that giving of your own time, without compensation, towards
    the benefit of others and your community serves as its own reward.
  • Non-violence – We believe in the use of peaceful action, without violence, to bring about
    political or social change.
  • Feminism – We believe in the social, economic and political equality of all genders;
    including women's right to control their own bodies and the right to abortion.
  • Yes We Can! – We always act with hope in the belief that what may seem unachievable
    can be accomplished.

TO APPLY: Send resume, cover letter and 3 references to humanresources@doloreshuerta.org
Type “Youth Program Director” in the subject line

The Dolores Huerta Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified
applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental
disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status
protected under federal, state and/or local law.