Assistant Director of Sports & Recreation

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YMCA of the USA
Newton, MA, United States
Full-time

Under the supervision of the Sports Director, the Assistant Sports Director is responsible for assisting in planning, development, implementation, expansion and evaluation of youth and adult sport programs. The principle objective will be to develop meaningful programs and services in order to fulfill the YMCA’s mission.  During the summer months as Asst. Pikati Director, the role will transition to the camping department reporting to the Director of Camp Pikati.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Directs and supervises program activities to meet YMCA objectives. Expands youth sports programing within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans.
  • Assists in the management of all aspects of day-to-day operations.
  • Ability to develop and maintain high levels of customer service.
  • Supervising gymnasium, track, field all other facilities and participants utilizing the facilities.
  • Over-seeing facility schedule, maintaining equipment, and safety of facilities.
  • Assisting in hiring/onboarding/ training/scheduling/supervising staff.
  • Development and implementation of new and existing programs.
  • Teaching instructional classes, coaching teams, officiating games, lead rental groups (must be athletic).
  • Coordinating all aspects of sports youth & adult leagues making a sports background imperative.
  • Assist in the development of the department budget.
  • Assist in the development of program marketing and promotional items in a timely manner.
  • Maintain database for all sports programs.
  • Possess creativity and flexibility.
  • Administer system of schedules, records and reports for assigned program areas.
  • Ensuring participant satisfaction, league quality and safety at all times.
  • Participating in Special YMCA Events.
  • Carry out all responsibilities listed as Assistant Director of Camp Pikati.
  • Willingness to accept responsibilities other than those assigned.
Educational Background: 
B.S. or equivalent in Physical Education, Community Recreation or related discipline.
Skills/Experience: 
  • Minimum of 2 years recreational experience with leading and coaching groups of children in different sports in a supportive environment that encourages self-confidence.
  • Proficient in all standard business software, i.e. Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
  • Good role model, high integrity and professionalism, and adaptable.
  • Currently holds or is working towards YMCA Team Leader Certificate.
  • Current CPR, AED and First Aid certification.
  • An understanding of the needs of the communities served by the West Suburban YMCA.
  • Represent the West Suburban YMCA in a positive manner.
  • Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
Compensation/Benefits: 

Hourly: $16.75 - $18.00

How to Apply: 

http://www.ymca.net/career-opportunities/national-details.html?id=17538&...

Job Function: 
Program / Project Management

Organization Info

YMCA of the USA

Overview
Headquarters: 
Chicago, IL, United States
Website: 
ymca.org
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1983
About Us
Areas of Focus: 
Community Service / Capacity Building / Volunteerism
Youth / Children
Recreation / Sports
Mission: 

The YMCA mission is: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) is the national resource office for the Y, one of the nation's leading nonprofits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Across the U.S., 2,700 Ys engage 22 million men, women and children – of all ages, incomes and backgrounds – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation's health and well-being and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors. Anchored in more than 10,000 communities, the Y has the longstanding relationships and physical presence needed not just to promise, but also to deliver, lasting personal and social change.

Programs: 
  1. YOUTH DEVELOPMENT: Nurturing the potential of children and teens
  2. HEALTHY LIVING: Improving the nation’s health and well-being
  3. SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: Giving back and providing support to neighbors

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Sep 24 2017
Active Until: 
Oct 24 2017
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit