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.

1.    Bachelor's degree in physical education, recreation or equivalent preferred. 

2.    Two or more years of supervisory experience in a sports program.

3.    Experience with computers including word processing and database software. 

4.    Ability to train sports instructors, coaches, referees and site supervisors. 

5.    Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the recruitment, training and supervision of professional staff and volunteers.

6.    Must have good interpersonal, public relations and communication skills, including the ability to make oral presentations. 

7.    Ability to communicate effectively with members, staff, peers, volunteers and supervisor. 

8.    Ability to effectively communicate information on YMCA Sports Programs.

9.    Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.

10.  Current certifications in YMCA Sports Director, CPR, First Aid. 

1.    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.

2.    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.

3.    Officiates and instructs as needed.

4.    Secures facilities for programs.

5.    Administers the sports programs within the departmental budget.

6.    Develops, manages and controls sports department budgets.  Assesses and recommends budgeting for program needs.

7.    Ensures that program areas, equipment and supplies are maintained in an orderly and safe manner.

8.    Provides data and reports on assigned programs in support of the planning process of the branch and Association.

9.    Develops, produces and disseminates appropriate program information in order to promote sports programs to the public and to current members.

10.  Provides staff leadership for annual fundraising campaign and other committees as assigned.

11.  Represents the branch at various meetings related to the position.

12.  Incorporates the mission, philosophy, and 4 core values of the YMCA in all communication with participants and co-workers.    

Mission Advancement: Models and teaches the Y’s values. Ensures a high level of service with a commitment to changing lives.  Provides volunteers with orientation, training, development, and recognition. Cultivates relationships to support fund-raising.

Collaboration: Champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives. Builds relationships to create small communities. Empathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and dealing with conflict. Effectively tailors communications to the appropriate audience. Provides staff with feedback, coaching, guidance and support.

Operational Effectiveness:  Provides others with frameworks for making decisions. Conducts prototypes to support the launching of programs and activities. Develops plans and manages best practices through engagement of team. Effectively creates and manages budgets. Holds staff accountable for high-quality results using a formal process to measure progress.

Personal Growth: Shares new insights. Facilitates change; models adaptability and an awareness of the impact of change. Utilizes non-threatening methods to address sensitive issues and inappropriate behavior or performance.  Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

Within The First 30-60 Days:

▪ Child Abuse Prevention                                              ▪ CPR

▪ Sexual Harassment in the Workplace                          ▪ First Aid

▪ Blood Borne Pathogens                                              ▪ AED

▪ Valley of the Sun YMCA – Member Interaction            ▪ Valley of the Sun YMCA – New Member Training

Recommended:

▪ YMCA Listen First