Darren Klein, Msm Email & Phone Number

Northridge, California

Demonstrates ability to successfully manage multiple projects across several regionsDevelops grant application and financial processes to support new and innovative departmentprogramming for stakeholdersFacilitates multiple unique projects designed to deliver new department programs to variousstakeholdersCreates a standard of excellence model to guide stakeholders on best department practicesLeads professional development training sessions for new stakeholder staff

West Coast

The Branch Director is the key lead position for USY’s new preeminent engagement initiative. The Director serves as an engagement leader executing and implementing key program components of teen engagement and leadership that enhance USY’s mission and core values. Working closely with teens, the Branch Director is responsible for creating and managing impactful and meaningful engagement initiatives and programs for the USYers in Far West, New Frontier and Pinwheel Regions. Develop and implement 20 day or weekend events for 600+ teensResponsible for 6 direct reportsCreate and implement the organization’s strategic visionDevelop strategies to meet overall local and national fundraising goalsLead teen volunteers to develop impactful and meaningful programs Oversee and manage all aspects of overnight and/or weekend programming for three regionsManage event registration, scholarship process, payment plans and financial collection Monitor regional teen programs and activities to comply with standards and policies Foster and manage relationships with volunteer staff and lay leadership Empower and support teen leadership in planning and executing regional conventions Manage all operational activities for the Encino office Partner with and build relationships with congregational boards to gain support for programming and funding Develop and be accountable for three regional budgetsGenerate financial reports and program analysisPartner with central office operations team members to track/monitor budget actuals

Encino, Ca

This key position is USY/Kadima’s bridge to our kehilla field youth operations and is responsible for directing USY/Kadima activities for an assigned USY Region in a USCJ District. The Director manages a team of part time staff (Field Engagement Associates and Teen Engagement Interns) who together bring focus, energy, and relationship building to our USY/Kadima youth at the local level. Implement USY and Jewish learning curriculum at the Region and chapter levels.Represented organization’s mission and goals within the region Developed synagogue youth staff professional skills using standard learning materials developed at international headquarters Supported collection of philanthropy money on regional and chapter level. Managed regional officers, and committees to ensure effective regional functioning Supervised all 3 direct reports assigned to region Communicated regularly and effectively with lay and professional youth leadership of affiliated synagogues Implemented consistent and inclusive approach to the engagement of new members Assisted synagogues in youth personnel placement Ensured effective and efficient administration of regional youth programs Empowered and supported teen leadership in planning and execution of conventions and other regional activitiesDeveloped leadership skills of the teen leaders within region and provided ongoing coaching/mentoring Monitored regional teen programs and activities so they complied with standards

Encino,Ca

Booked all personnel travel for conferences and programsSet up audio and visual technology for meetings in-office and on-site Scheduled in-person and online meetings for all office professionals Troubleshoot office phone and internet issues Managed online registration database and payments Oversaw vendors and office building management to ensure services Coordinated all aspects of regional events for over 250 attending teenagers Supervised a team of 20-40 on-site staff to help create a successful and meaningful experience for teenagers Implemented and managed the online application website for program participation and registration Created program and logistics schedules Negotiated contracts with outside vendors Worked with venue management to ensure the needs of the group are met Directed the region’s recurring 18-day summer travel tour for 30-70 teenagers

Master Of Science - Ms, Management

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Sociology