Why Work With Us?
At Boys & Girls Clubs of America, you’ll work with a diverse group of youth development, resource development, marketing and communications, field support, safety, legal, human resource and informational technology professionals and leaders who are passionate and dedicated to serving children and teens. We attract the best in the business and hire from for-profit enterprises, large nonprofit organizations, our local Movement and consultancies.
Find your future here at Boys & Girls Clubs of America where we do whatever it takes to build great futures.
OUR PEOPLE
Jason Ellis
Director, Business & Facility Operations
- What attracted you to apply to work for BGCA?
I grew up a club kid, a member of Samuel L. Jones Boys & Girls Club of Metro Atlanta. I learned so many life lessons during those formative years at the club. So when I saw the opportunity to work for and give back to the organization that gave so much to me, I couldn’t resist. - What is the best thing about working here?
Simply the opportunity to positively impact the lives of our youth. - Why do you show up every day?
Because I truly believe that this organization is making a difference in the lives of so many of America’s youth. - What would you tell a prospective candidate who wants to work here about BGCA?
If they have the desire and passion to help uplift and empower America’s youth, this organization, the movement as a whole, gives them a true, honest chance to do just that.
Sonya Gilmore
Director, Business Support, Finance & Events
- What attracted you to apply to work for BGCA?
I was lucky enough to find a BGCA job posting that aligned with my skills. I was excited for the potential to be employed with a mission-driven organization. It was a win/win for me! - What is the best thing about working here?
Being surrounded by so many people that are passionate about serving youth. - Why do you show up every day?
Knowing that all employees’ work positively impacts Club kids, I want to ensure I contribute to that work. - What would you tell a prospective candidate who wants to work here about BGCA?
You could potentially wear many hats, but you will also be rewarded in many ways.
Claire Oates
Assistant General Counsel, Legal Services
- What attracted you to apply to work for BGCA?
BGCA presented the unique opportunity to take my favorite part of practicing law – creative problem solving for my clients – and apply it to an incredibly important mission. - What is the best thing about working here?
Everyone at BGCA is united around the same goals, which creates an engaged, supportive workplace where every individual can add value. - Why do you show up every day?
It’s exciting and empowering to come to work every day knowing that even the most seemingly inconsequential task contributes to young people reaching their full potential. - What would you tell a prospective candidate who wants to work here about BGCA?
BGCA’s diverse opportunities and unique challenges will make you a stronger, more well-rounded professional and a better person.
Ryan Scheel
Director, Organizational Development
- What attracted you to apply to work for BGCA?
I started attending the Boys & Girls Club in La Crosse, WI when I was 5 years old. The Club had a tremendous impact on my childhood. Upon graduation from college, I was hired as a Site Director at the Club that I grew up in and realized that youth development was the career for me. Ten years later, I was offered a position with Boys & Girls Clubs of America as a Director of Organizational Development in the Southwest Region and I jumped at the opportunity. I am passionate about the fact that we are one social movement working collectively to eliminate the opportunity gap that exists in America today and level the playing field for the kids we serve. I was/am attracted to working at BGCA to take what I’ve learned and provide coaching and resources to Clubs across the country so that we can take a leap closer to achieving our Movement’s mission. - What is the best thing about working here?
The best thing about working at BGCA is getting the opportunity to work alongside enthusiastic leaders who tirelessly work every day for a cause that is so important to the future of our society. - Why do you show up every day?
I show up every day because I have the opportunity to impact the lives of millions of young people who need us most. This is a responsibility that I take very seriously and am committed to. I am grateful to the work of the BGCA Movement because it so profoundly shaped my young life and continues to influence my life today. - What would you tell a prospective candidate who wants to work here about BGCA?
If you are interested in working for a cause that is capable of transforming our society, working alongside other purpose driven leaders, and impacting the lives of millions young people who need our help, then you should definitely consider a role at Boys & Girls Clubs of America.
