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Sports Program Director

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Scottsdale, AZ, USA
Full-time

With the assistance of the Branch Executive and the Director of Sports Programs, directs sports promotion, retention and program activities.  Oversees and develops the sports department and programs, including staff supervision, budget management and planning.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • With the guidance of the Executive Branch Director and the Director of Sports Programs, develops, implements and manages sports programs, complying with all Association standards and safety procedures.
  • Recruits, hires and trains all staff and volunteers positions.  Supervises and evaluates staff regularly to ensure program quality and consistency.  Makes recommendations to Branch Executive regarding staff performance issue and concerns.
  • Officiates and instructs as needed.
  • Secures facilities for programs.
  • Administers the sports programs within the departmental budget.
  • Develops, manages and controls sports department budgets.  Assesses and recommends budgeting for program needs.
  • Ensures that program areas, equipment and supplies are maintained in an orderly and safe manner.
  • Provides data and reports on assigned programs in support of the planning process of the branch and Association.
  • Develops, produces and disseminates appropriate program information in order to promote sports programs to the public and to current members.
  • Provides staff leadership for annual fundraising campaign and other committees as assigned.
  • Represents the branch at various meetings related to the position.
  • Incorporates the mission, philosophy, and 4 core values of the YMCA in all communication with participants and co-workers.    
Educational Background: 
 Bachelor's degree in physical education, recreation or equivalent preferred.
Skills/Experience: 
  • Two or more years of supervisory experience in a sports program.
  • Experience with computers including word processing and database software. 
  • Ability to train sports instructors, coaches, referees and site supervisors. 
  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the recruitment, training and supervision of professional staff and volunteers.
  • Must have good interpersonal, public relations and communication skills, including the ability to make oral presentations. 
  • Ability to communicate effectively with members, staff, peers, volunteers and supervisor. 
  • Ability to effectively communicate information on YMCA Sports Programs.
  • Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.
  • Current certifications in YMCA Sports Director, CPR, First Aid. 

Organization Info

YMCA of the USA

Overview
Headquarters: 
Chicago, IL, United States
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1983
About Us
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: 
Mar 20 2018
Active Until: 
Apr 20 2018
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit