Assistant Director-Sports Programs

YMCA
Salary
$48,000.00
$58,000.00
How to Apply
Apply Online
The Westfield Area YMCA seeks a Sports & Recreation professional ready to support management, supervision and evaluation of the programs.
Job Description

The Assistant Director – Sports Programs serves as a member of the Westfield Area YMCA professional staff team and therefore should maintain the qualifications for professional status as listed in the personnel policy. The Assistant Director – Sports Programs is responsible for assisting in the administration, supervision and operation of the Sports Department. The Assistant Director – Sports Programs will promote the YMCA, have a people-oriented approach to service delivery and shall always demonstrate and maintain an enthusiastic and positive attitude about their role. The Assistant Director – Sports Programs must also demonstrate a commitment to the YMCA’s four Core Values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility. The Assistant Director – Sports Programs must exemplify that member service is as an equal a part of any position in the “Y” as the technical aspects of each position.

Qualifications

As a condition of employment, the incumbent must possess, maintain and renew Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers and Professional Rescuers (CPR & AED), Basic First Aid or equivalent and obtain and maintain Emergency Oxygen Administration within 30 days of hire. The Assistant Director – Sports Programs should have a minimum of an associate’s degree preferably in Physical Education, Sports Management or its equivalent in academic preparation and/or at least 3 years’ experience within the Sports/Wellness field. The Assistant Director – Sports Programs must be able to assist in the training, directing and supervision of sports staff regarding various fitness activities, sports equipment management and its theories. The person in this position must have the knowledge required for the management of facilities, equipment, resources, programs, training, risk management, quality assurance, staff and schedules for the sports unit. The Assistant Director – Sports Programs must be able to conduct rigorous sports classes and lift weight equipment. Creativity, initiative, flexibility and strong communication skills are also essential.

Essential Functions

PROGRAMS:

Sports:

The Assistant Director – Sports Programs will supervise the development and delivery of quality youth, teen and adult sport programs. They are responsible for supporting the development, planning, implementation and delivery of the new and existing programs including basketball leagues, t-ball leagues, offsite afterschool programs and sports camps/clinics, all while demonstrating good judgement.

They will also coach sports classes and supervise all programs assigned by the Sports Director. This also includes arriving early for programs to allow time for set up, taking attendance for sports programs and recording them in the Amilia software system.

The Assistant Director – Sports Programs will be responsible for assisting in the hiring, supervision and

training of all department staff including Dance, Tae Kwon Do, and Chess. In addition, the Assistant Director – Sports Programs will assist with the supervision and administration of all sports class/league programs and work with key sports staff to enhance and expand league programming and enrollment. Oversee the gym scheduling calendar, coordinating times for members and program usage. The Assistant Director – Sports Programs must be proactive in looking to grow and enhance programs.

Camp:

The Assistant Director – Sports Programs will oversee the summer sports camp in facets including the staffing, program content, and delivery of services.

Other Programs:

The Assistant Director – Sports Programs will be responsible for delivering sports services and assisting as needed in fitness areas, overall exercise equipment, and facility maintenance and cleanliness. Guide members on the proper usage and function of exercise equipment. Assist as needed with the Devilfish Swim Team Dryland Conditioning Program, Flyers Track Program, Teen nights and family events when needed.

Assist in the development, administration, and oversight of the Sports Department budget in all facets to ensure the financial health of the department. Review daily cash history reports and monthly P&L reports to ensure the department remains track throughout the year.

Assist in the leadership, development, oversight and supervision of the sports staff and volunteers. Maintain full/complete staffing within the Westfield Area YMCA’s budgetary guidelines. Provide supervision and leadership to assigned staff including but not limited to appraisals, scheduling and payroll. Responsible for administration and tracking of subordinate staff certification compliance. The Assistant Director – Sports Programs is responsible for staffing all sports programs. If they cannot find staff coverage, they must personally cover the programs.

Responsible for the hiring process of all sports department staff. Responsible for the onboarding of department related volunteers. Complete all staff and volunteer paperwork in accordance with Human Resources standards, train, and supervise all department related interns.

Keep current with new trends in sports. Evaluate existing sports equipment and make recommendations for new equipment when replacing or supplementing equipment. Monitor and maintain all sports-related equipment including ordering supplies and parts for appropriate equipment.

Attend and participate in all mandatory Committee meetings. Work to complete all program-related action steps of the current Strategic Plan, department related grants, Annual Support requirements and association initiatives.

Keep abreast of current trends in the sports field. Expand, develop and constantly update sports program(s) as trends, members and facilities demand. Attend YMCA trainings, sports and fitness-related trainings and share knowledge with the sports and fitness staff.

Attend and participate in staff meetings and all mandatory trainings (Blood Borne Pathogen, Child Abuse Prevention, New Staff Orientation, etc.) within the specified timeframes and ensure adherence by department staff to these requirements.

All Staff is responsible for assuring the safety of YMCA members/participants and for the care, maintenance and safety of all YMCA facility/program environments. In addition, all staff is required to report accidents/incidents/emergencies, in accordance with Westfield Area YMCA standard operating policy within 24-hours to the CEO, Risk Manager and/or designee. Staff must also adhere to YMCA confidentiality requirements related to all reported incidents.

Communicate with the Director – Sports Programs daily and keep the Director informed of parent, participant and staff/volunteer concerns, and changes to programming. Fulfill any other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor, or designee.

Required Certifications
  • Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers and Professional Rescuers (CPR & AED)
  • Basic First Aid or equivalent
  • Emergency Oxygen Administration within 30 days of hire.