Sports Director

YMCA
Salary
$52,000.00
$55,000.00
How to Apply
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The SAY is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Sports Director to join our Leadership Team!
Job Description

Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of the people in your community. Working at the Y, you’ll discover more than a job—you’ll enjoy the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of those around you.

The Summit Area YMCA (SAY) is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Sports Director to join our Leadership Team. This role is perfect for a proactive leader with a love for sports and youth programming and a commitment to community engagement. The Sports Director develops, organizes and implements high quality YMCA youth, teen and adult sports and youth enrichment programs across all YMCA sites and service area, ensuring they are inclusive, engaging, and impactful for all participants. They are responsible for staff supervision, fiscal management, program management and program development. 

You Might Be the Right Candidate if you:

  • Self-motivated with a strong drive to achieve and exceed program objectives and goals
  • Are innovative and can develop engaging and inclusive sports programs that cater to diverse needs and interests. 
  • Have a passion for working with young children (ages 3 – 12), teens and adult sport participants 
  • Proven ability to grow and expand programming within the community
  • You understand and embrace the mission and impact of YMCA core values in role.
  • Have the ability to inspire and guide a diverse team of instructors, coaches, volunteers, and participants towards achieving program goals.
  • Have strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with staff, participants, parents, and community partners.
  • Can build and maintain positive relationships with a wide range of individuals, from children and parents to community leaders.
  • Are effective at managing multiple tasks, schedules, and priorities to ensure smooth program operations.
  • Are proactive in identifying issues and implementing effective solutions to ensure program success.
  • Use a collaborative approach to working with staff, volunteers, and community members to achieve common goals.
  • Committed to providing excellent service to members, participants, and the community.
  • Respectful and understanding of diverse backgrounds and cultures, promoting an inclusive environment for all.

At the Summit Area YMCA, we are committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or religious affiliation. Our main purpose is to strengthen community. Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone can reach their full potential and we strive to live our cause with purpose every day. No matter who you are or where you’re from, we believe that we’re stronger when we come together.

Qualifications
  • A bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. 
  • A minimum of two years’ experience leading sports, recreation or youth programing. 
  • Demonstrated experience in sports instruction, working with diverse populations and development of community relationships.
  • A minimum of one year’s experience in budget management, and staff and volunteer supervision.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
  • Demonstrated maturity and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule including evening and weekend hours. 
  • Certified in CPR/ AED and First Aid, or ability to obtain within 60 days.
Essential Functions
  • Plans, implements, supervises, and evaluates the youth and adult sports programs. 
  • Plans, implements supervises, and evaluates the youth enrichment programs.
  • Directs and supervises program activities to meet YMCA objectives. Secures and schedules athletic fields and facilities. Transports and sets up equipment for games and practices; monitors and purchases necessary sporting equipment as budget permits.
  • Creates teams from paid and financially assisted registrations. Organizes and conducts parent orientation meetings, and training and meetings for coaches.
  • Develops and distributes team practice and game schedules; trains and schedules sports officials; develops and distributes sports rules, guidelines and handbooks.
  • Purchases and distributes team uniforms and awards; coordinates and distributes team photographs.
  • Organizes and hosts season parties and events.
  • Organizes and conducts sports clinics, summer camp and programming.
  • Assists in the marketing and distribution of youth sports and enrichment program information, may organize and schedule program registrations. May review and process program scholarship applications.
  • Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations. Assists in YMCA fund raising activities and special events.
  • Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints in timely manner.
  • Has active role and accountability with Association Strategic Plan objectives.
  • Manages financial aspect of program including budget planning and monitoring, and managing the administrative functions and daily operations to ensure that programs are in compliance with local, state and YMCA policies. 
  • Compiles program statistics. Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in program.
  • Works closely with Senor Program Director to ensure effective and efficient high quality programs and services.
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisor and executive leadership.
  • As an Ambassador for the Y, communicates to members, volunteers, and the general public that the Y is the nation’s leading non-profit committed to strengthening the community through Youth Development, Healthy Living and Social Responsibility.
  • As an Ambassador for the Y, communicates to members, volunteers, and the general public that diversity and inclusion are core to the Summit Area YMCA mission. The SAY is open and inclusive of all people regardless of their ability, age, culture, ethnicity, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation and socio-economic background and we must all strive courageously against any discriminatory behavior and will always abide by the Summit Area YMCA’s Diversity & Inclusion policy as explained in the Employee Handbook.
Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies

Innovation:  Creates and implements new and relevant approaches and activities that improve and expand the Y’s work and impact in the community. 

Communication & Influence:  Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y’s cause.

Functional Expertise:  Executes superior technical skills for the role.

Developing Self & Others:  Develops self and supports others, both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential.

Emotional Maturity:  Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations. 

Required Certifications

Salary & Benefits:

This Full Time exempt level position, is generally scheduled to work 40 hour each with and may include night and weekend hours depending on program needs. The salary range for this role is $52,000- $55,000 annually and is based on experience. The SAY offers generous employee benefits that include competitive salary, subsidized medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, paid time off for vacation, wellness or holidays, a free YMCA family membership, discounts on Y programs and services including child care, continued professional training and development courses, and an 12% contribution to your retirement plan upon eligibility.