Sports Director

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YMCA of the USA
Wellman, IA, USA
Full-time

Oversees the development and operations of the sports and the physical program department. Recruits, trains and supports assigned staff. Collaborates with community business to run programs.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Develops, implements, and manages operating plans to promote program growth for the YMCA.
  • Executes strategies to ensure that program participants connect with one another and connect with the YMCA. 
  • Directs and supervises program activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives. 
  • Develops and controls department budgets related to the position. 
  • Hires, trains, and supervises staff and volunteers in assigned areas. Facilitates communication and provides leadership. Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions. 
  • Provides leadership and support to sponsorship and volunteer committees.  
  • Develops and maintains effective working relationships within the community. 
  • Assures compliance with state and local regulations.
  • Ensures that program standards are met and safety procedures are followed. 
  • Ensures high quality member-focused programs through innovative program development, evaluations and ongoing training of staff. 
  • Provides data and reports as required for assigned programs.
Educational Background: 
Bachelor's degree in human services, social services, recreation, business or equivalent. 
Skills/Experience: 
  • Four or more years of program management experience, preferably in a YMCA or other nonprofit agency. 
  • Ability to direct programs through supervision of volunteers and staff, development and monitoring of budgets, marketing and public relations, program development and fund-raising.
  • Prefer knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations and a proven track record of developing relationships with others. 
  • Ability to establish and maintain collaborations with community organizations.  
Compensation/Benefits: 

Hourly: $14.00

How to Apply: 

http://www.ymca.net/career-opportunities/national-details.html?id=32498&...

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: 
Dec 1 2018
Active Until: 
Jan 1 2019
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit