(KAIR)--The new unit director at the Atchison Boys and Girls Club says he has big plans for the future.

“I wanted this position because I've always worked with youth here in town, and I just see the potential at the club,” said Atchison native Sean Crittendon. “I'm ready to take it to the next level.”

He was hired after an interview process involving three other candidates. He started at the club on a part-time basis May 2.

“I want to do more service in the community with our kids,” he said. “I want to have more volunteers come in and provide their experiences from different avenues and bring in the kids from different schools. We have some great resources here in town. I think we can do some really great things.”

Crittendon said the club is so important to the community because it's a positive environment that can give youth activities to do in the community.

He will take over as full-time director June 9.