Community Center Director

The City of Boston

Boston, MA

$85,148.69–$125,353.72 Per Year

4 days ago

Job Description

Community Center Director

Salary

$85,148.69 - $125,353.72 Annually

Location

Tobin Community Center - 1481 Tremont St

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2026-00215

Department

Boston Centers for Youth & Families

Opening Date

11/04/2026

Closing Date

1/4/2027 11:59 PM Eastern

Description
Benefits

Overview

This is a provisional appointment.

Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director of Operations, directs and administers a Community Center program that addresses community needs through a variety of services.

Responsibilities

Supervise employees and volunteers; develop job descriptions, recruit personnel; schedule, assign, supervise, and review work; evaluate performance; provide on-the-job training and assist employees in the performance of their duties.
Develops training procedures or programs for use by council and supervisory personnel within the community center.
Develops, implements, and monitors programs and operational policies and procedures within the community center; defines priorities; ensures compliance with guidelines established by funding sources, central administration, and council.
Oversees building management and security and coordinates maintenance services.
Prepares and administers budget; monitors program budgets, reports, and processes payroll.
Conducts fundraising efforts, writes grant proposals, and develops publicity for use in fundraising campaigns.
Organizes and assists the council in developing an annual work plan and assists in the recruitment of new council members.
Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Entrance Qualifications

Three to four (3-4) years of full-time experience in the human services/or education field.
At least one (1) year of administration experience that includes the supervision of staff and budget responsibilities.
It is preferred that the candidate have experience working with or organizing community groups and working with people from a broad range of social and economic backgrounds.
It is also preferred that a candidate hold a degree from an accredited four-year college. However, a candidate with or without a degree will be acceptable if that candidate can demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job.

CORI & SORI CHECK REQUIRED

BOSTON RESIDENCY REQUIRED

Terms:

Union/Salary Plan/Grade: SENA/MM5-8

Hours per week: 35

The City of Boston is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite applications from all qualified individuals and do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other protected category.

At the City of Boston, we provide our employees with a wide array of benefits and resources that foster both their professional and personal development. Our goal is to make City government a place where everyone is empowered to make a positive impact for the communities in which we live, work, and play.

For full-time positions, employees may be eligible for the following benefits depending on the nature of their employment and applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for the position. View the Collective Bargaining Agreements page to learn more.

Benefits Available to City Workers

Retirement & Savings Opportunities: Membership in the Boston Retirement System (BRS), a benefit pension plan providing lifetime income to vested employees when they retire, along with deferred compensation options to help you build a secure future. Visit boston.gov/retirement to learn more.
Health Insurance & Benefits: The City offers competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus flexible spending (FSA), dependent care accounts, and life insurance for our employees. Visit boston.gov/insurance to learn more.
Other Benefits: City employees enjoy a benefits package featuring paid time off and leave, subsidized transit (MBTA and Bluebikes), educational assistance, and employee wellness programs. Visit boston.gov/life-city-boston to learn more.
Salary information: To view salary plans and understand how salaries work at the City of Boston, go to boston.gov/salary.

Part-time employees who are scheduled to work for 20 hours or more per week may also be eligible for benefits on a pro-rated basis. Please refer to the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) to learn more about any benefits available for this position.

If you have any questions about the benefits offered for this position, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 617-635-3370 or ohr@boston.gov.

Employer City of Boston (MA)

Address 1 City Hall Plaza, Room 612

Boston, Massachusetts, 02201

Phone 617-635-3370

Website https://www.boston.gov