Associate Sport Director

YMCA
Salary
$47,000.00
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The Dallas YMCA is currently seeking an Associate Sport Director for our Semones YMCA. 
Job Description

YMCA youth sports encourage and promote healthy kids, families and communities by placing a priority on family involvement, healthy competition rather than rivalry, the value of participation over winning, team-building as well as individual development, a positive self-image and mutual respect for others. If you would like to make a difference in the lives of kids in your community, consider joining us as an Associate Sports Director.

We are currently seeking an Associate Sports Director to work at the Semones YMCA who, under the supervision of the Regional Sports Director, will provide support as assigned in order to ensure the effective administration of sports programs. This person will assist the Semones YMCA Sports teams as assigned in the following ways:

  • Plan, organize, promote, implement, and evaluate sport programs
  • Recruit, train, supervise, evaluate and recognize part-time staff and program volunteers within accordance of policies set by the Association
  • Facilitate scheduling staff and payroll
  • Keep accurate records essential for the control, evaluation, and reporting of programs to Association, the Board of Management, and the District Executive Director
  • Work with the other Directors on scheduling programs for maximum use of the facilities
  • Share in the responsibility of cleanliness, maintenance, field and gym preparation and safety of equipment and facilities. 

He/She will develop and maintain timely and accurate information for Association brochures and develop additional promotional materials and social medium communication for all sports programs as needed.  The Associate Sports Director will participate in Association-wide activities, as requested and assigned by the Regional Sports Director and will serve as ambassador for the YMCA, establishing and maintaining cordial relationships and collaborations with other agencies and community groups. The incumbent will oversee maintenance of equipment and inventory control of program supplies, will participate on staff committees as assigned and attend staff meetings and trainings as required. He/she will assure that all staff under the incumbents' indirect supervision in the Sports Department understand and comply with all personnel and other policies established by the Association. As a member of the professional staff, this person will share responsibility for the administration of the overall branch and will support branch Annual Campaign as assigned. He/she will perform other job-related duties as requested and necessary. 

Qualifications
  • The Associate Sports Director should have good interpersonal skills and a cordial manner.
  • Must be able to work with members, volunteers, staff and vendors.
  • Must be able to drive to multiple locations as needed on practice nights and game days. Evening and weekend hours as assigned.
  • Candidates should have experience in Physical Education, Recreation, or related field.
  • Strong or general knowledge of soccer, baseball, basketball, football, volleyball, and other sports.
  • Must have a basic understanding of the management of facilities, equipment, and programs.
  • Currently hold or obtain all trainings and certifications required by YMCA guidelines for this position.
  • Current driver's license with acceptable record and vehicle liability insurance.
  • High school diploma required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office.
  • Physically able to move freely throughout the facility and other program sites and the ability to lift 50 pounds.
  • The incumbent is frequently required to stand and walk.
  • Must have visual, hearing and physical dexterity to substitute as a sports referee.
  • Must be able to speak and write clearly and articulate accurate information.
  • The incumbent will be required to work evenings and weekends as assigned when programs or related functions occur.
Essential Functions

Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Long & Short-Term Disability, Medical and Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan, Supplementary Insurance (Cancer/Accident/Critical Illness/Wellness), Employee Assistance Plan, Free family membership, Discounts on Y programs including summer camps, enrichment classes, youth sports, childcare and more! Eligible to enroll in a 403(b) tax deferred account at beginning of employment. 12% paid by the YMCA upon meeting eligibility requirements.  (PTO) Paid time off based on hours worked and years of service. Training and leadership development opportunities. Employee referral awards of $100 and up.