Entrepreneur Club Coordinator

Part-time position, 10 hours per week with a minimum of one hour daily at the Future Blue Tiger Teen Center from 5:00–6:00 pm. Salary range: $22–$28 per hour.

About the Role

The Entrepreneur Club Coordinator plans, implements, and actively coordinates all entrepreneurial activities at the Future Blue Tiger Teen Center within the Boys & Girls Club of Jefferson City. Members design and create T-shirts and accessories, then sell them at pop-up or existing events to generate revenue for club supplies and product expansion.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Director of Grant Management and Education and A Nichols Career Center Representative to select software and hardware for the teen center.
• Teach members the chosen software so they can create unique designs for T-shirts, accessories, and 3D-printed items.
• Participate in community events to sell products, supporting club funding and teaching hands-on business skills.
• Teach real-world financial literacy by helping students create budgets and track revenue from fundraising efforts.
• Serve as a positive role model in entrepreneurial activities, demonstrating expertise, professionalism, and passion.
• Ensure a safe and conducive environment, actively supervising members during all activities and managing equipment and areas.
• Oversee the successful delivery of any grant-funded programs, aligning with Boys & Girls Clubs of America priorities.
• Foster positive relationships with Club staff, volunteers, and members, creating a supportive and inclusive environment.
• Plan and organize weekly activities, overseeing equipment and resources for effective club management.
• Complete necessary paperwork, such as equipment inventories, session plans, and attendance records.
• Adhere to clock-in and clock-out procedures and take attendance for sessions as instructed.
• Assume other entrepreneurial or garden-related duties as assigned.

Relationships

• Internal: Maintain close communication with Club staff, members, and supervisors to exchange information, discuss issues, interpret guidelines, and provide guidance.
• External: Represent the Boys & Girls Club as an ambassador in the community, fostering connections with local organizations and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Minimum two years of graphic design, media-making, and small business experience, including working with youth (preferred).
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and demonstrate strong personal initiative.
• Patience and a desire to teach skills to individuals from diverse backgrounds in an unbiased manner.
• Exceptional interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated tact, insight, and leadership skills.
• Effective listening skills and ability to calmly handle crisis situations.
• Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior challenges.
• Experience collaborating with culturally diverse staff and club members.
• Respect for members and their creative endeavors.
• Possess or be willing to obtain a Red Cross First Aid and CPR Certification.
• Possess or be willing to obtain a Class E Driver’s License.