Job Details

Description

Title: Learning and Development Coordinator

Organization: Boys and Girls Clubs of San Leandro

Location: Administrative Office

Department: Programming

Reports to: Director of Learning and Development

Direct Reports: None

Exempt Status: Exempt

Position Type: Full-Time, On-Site

Compensation: $68,640-$96,000

Benefits: Paid Health Insurance, PTO, Paid Holidays, Sick-Time, 501(c), EAP, Calm

About Boys & Girls Club Of San Leandro

For over 75 years, the Boys and Girls Clubs of San Leandro (BGCSL) has proudly served the San Leandro and San Lorenzo community as the primary provider of youth services. Our unwavering mission is to inspire youth—especially those who need us most—to achieve their full potential in a safe, positive, and engaging environment. We offer a wide range of programs to youth ages 4 to18 years old, including after-school programming, school break day camps, and summer camps. We take pride in providing a nurturing and supportive atmosphere where our youth can have fun and thrive across 23 Club sites, including San Leandro and San Lorenzo school-based sites and the Teen Clubhouse.

Why Come Work with Us?

Working at the Boys and Girls Clubs of San Leandro (BGCSL) is more than just a job—it's a chance to make a real impact on the lives of young people. Great futures start with YOU, and here, you'll find that we are as committed to our staff as we are to the youth we serve. By working with us, you'll gain valuable experience that will enhance your skills and open doors to future possibilities, all while enjoying a supportive and dynamic environment that promotes collaboration and innovation.

Join BGCSL to unlock your potential and enjoy a range of benefits that make your work experience rewarding, fulfilling, and fun.

Position Overview

The Learning and Development Coordinator will be pivotal in ensuring the successful onboarding and continuous growth of Boys and Girls Clubs of San Leandro (BGCSL) employees. Working under the general supervision of the Director of Programs Learning and Development and in collaboration with People & Culture, the coordinator will identify and address training and development needs. This role involves designing, developing, delivering, and managing comprehensive training and learning experiences at BGCSL in alignment with BGCA to enhance employee skills, knowledge, and overall performance. Additionally, the coordinator will work with Program leadership to develop site-specific support strategies, design a virtual learning management system, and assess training and learning impact through data and evaluation.

Our Values In Action

• Transformative Leadership: We aspire to transform possibilities into probabilities. By embodying emotional intelligence, vulnerability, and empathy, we foster positive change with humility, authenticity, and continuous self-improvement. What that looks like in this role: Creating a culture where growth mindset is visible through empathetic and curious leadership. Staff are supported in personal and professional development through intentional learning opportunities. Training environments are psychologically safe, promoting vulnerability, open dialogue, and honest reflection. Challenges are approached as learning moments, and skill-building is ongoing. Facilitation, coaching, and feedback are purposeful and aligned with values, fostering authentic leadership at all levels. The result is a pipeline of empowered leaders who drive positive outcomes for youth.
• Resilience: We approach every situation with a growth mindset, demonstrating flexibility and courage, reframing challenges as opportunities. We acknowledge our current state, embrace change, and adapt as needed, maintaining a solutions-oriented approach throughout our growth journey. What that looks like in this role: Responding to the evolving needs of staff and programs with flexibility and optimism. Training plans and support strategies are adjusted in real time as challenges arise—such as unexpected vacancies, shifting priorities, or emerging learning gaps. A solutions-focused mindset is applied to reframe obstacles as opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement. A learning culture is fostered where mistakes are treated as valuable learning experiences, and staff feel encouraged and supported to adapt, persevere, and succeed.
• Youth Centered: Every organizational action or maneuver is designed to directly impact and benefit the youth we serve. We value and prioritize the youth perspective, making decisions with a focus on their needs and well-being, rather than adult convenience. What that looks like in this role: Designing and delivering staff training with a clear focus on improving youth experiences and outcomes. Each learning module, coaching session, and development plan is crafted to build the skills and mindsets necessary for staff to create safe, engaging, and empowering environments for young people. Youth voices are elevated by incorporating their feedback into training experiences and by consistently highlighting the connection between staff actions and the impact on the lives and futures of the youth served.
  
  

Essential Functions

• Develop and Implement Training Programs – Design, deliver, and manage comprehensive training initiatives for onboarding, leadership development, and ongoing professional growth.
• Assess Training Needs and Impact – Collaborate with program leaders and People & Culture to identify learning gaps and evaluate training effectiveness through data, feedback, and assessments.
• Manage Learning Management System (LMS) – Manager and oversee a virtual learning platform to support training accessibility, engagement, and tracking of employee progress.
• Facilitate Training Sessions – Conduct in-person and virtual training workshops using diverse instructional methods, including interactive, blended, and self-paced learning models.
• Develop Training Materials – Create engaging content such as presentations, manuals, toolkits, and e-learning modules tailored to youth development professionals.
• Coordinate Professional Development Calendar – Plan, schedule, and communicate training opportunities aligned with organizational goals and compliance requirements.
• Support Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Initiatives – Integrate DEI principles into training programs, ensuring equitable learning opportunities and fostering an inclusive workplace culture.
• Build Partnerships and Collaborate – Establish relationships with internal teams, external training providers, and subject matter experts to enhance learning opportunities.
  
  

BGCSL Competencies

• Commitment to Safety & Quality: Prioritizing the physical, emotional, and psychological safety of youth, staff, and the community while adhering to established quality standards.
• Accountability and Integrity: Maintaining high standards of ethical behavior, transparency, and responsibility in all actions and decisions.
• Problem Solving & Decision Making: Analyzing complex situations, identifying challenges, developing effective solutions, and implementing action plans that lead to positive outcomes.
• Communication & Listening: Exhibiting clear, empathetic, and effective communication skills while actively listening to others to build trust and understanding.
• Cultural Competency: Promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect for all communities served.
• Leadership: Inspiring, guiding, and influencing individuals and teams to achieve a shared vision and organizational goals.
• Teamwork: Collaborating effectively with others, building positive relationships, and contributing to a shared goal.
• Results Orientation: Setting measurable goals, monitoring progress, and delivering high-impact outcomes aligned with the organization's mission and strategic priorities.
• Change Management & Adaptability: Navigating, leading, and embracing change effectively while maintaining organizational stability and progress.
  
  

Required

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in education, communications, human resources, or a related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in training, professional development, or instructional design within youth development or nonprofit organizations.
• Strong facilitation and presentation skills for delivering engaging training sessions in both virtual and in-person settings.
• Proficiency in instructional design principles and experience developing training materials, including e-learning modules and manuals.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple training initiatives simultaneously.
• Ability to assess training effectiveness using data-driven evaluation methods and employee feedback.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Learning Management System (LMS) platforms.
• Willingness to travel to club site locations within the San Leandro/San Lorenzo districts (~15% of the time).
• Must have a valid state driver's license, provide proof of auto insurance, and pass an MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) check.
  
  

Preferred

• 5+ years of experience in training and development, preferably within youth programs or nonprofit settings.
• Experience designing and managing a Learning Management System (LMS) for employee training.
• Familiarity with coaching techniques and adult learning principles.
• Experience developing and implementing DEI-centered training programs.
• Knowledge of workforce development strategies in afterschool or nonprofit settings.
• Familiarity with BGCA training models and frameworks.
  
  

Work Environment

This position will work primarily in an Administrative office and School-based locations for the Boys & Girls Club of San Leandro. This role may occasionally require flexibility to accommodate organizational events or deadlines. Key aspects of the work environment include:

• Occasionally required to stand.
• Frequently required to walk.
• Frequently required to sit.
• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
• Continually required to work in an environment that involves sitting in front of and looking at a screen for prolonged periods of time.
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl.
• Continually required to talk or hear.
• Occasionally exposure to outside weather conditions.
• Occasionally exposure to bloodborne and airborne pathogens or infectious materials (Communicable diseases in an office environment including COVID-19, common cold, and flu viruses. Negative TB screen required).
• While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment may vary, light to moderate.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 25 pounds.
  
  

The Boys and Girls Clubs of San Leandro is committed to diversity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, disability, sex, age, ethnic or national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or presentation, pregnancy, genetics, veteran status or any other status protected by state or federal law. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds and experiences to apply. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

The above description is intended to describe the general content and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time, nor does it change your status as an at-will employee. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Salary Description

$68,640 - $85,000#J-18808-Ljbffr