Assistant Director - Sports Programs
About The Position
The Assistant Director – Sports Programs is a member of the Westfield Area YMCA professional staff team and assists with the administration, supervision, and operation of the Sports Department. The role promotes the YMCA and delivers service with a people-oriented approach, an enthusiastic and positive attitude, and a commitment to the YMCA’s Core Values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility. Member service is an essential part of the position alongside its technical responsibilities. The Assistant Director helps develop, plan, implement, and deliver new and existing youth, teen, and adult sports programs, including basketball leagues, t-ball leagues, offsite afterschool programs, sports camps, and clinics. The role coaches sports classes, supervises assigned programs, supports and trains department staff, and helps improve and expand league programming and enrollment. It also oversees gym scheduling and the summer sports camp, and provides sports services and assistance in fitness areas, equipment, facility maintenance, and cleanliness.
Requirements
- Maintain the qualifications for professional status listed in the personnel policy.
- Possess a minimum of an associate’s degree, preferably in Physical Education, Sports Management, or equivalent academic preparation, and/or at least 3 years’ experience in the Sports/Wellness field.
- Possess, maintain, and renew Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers and Professional Rescuers (CPR & AED) and Basic First Aid or equivalent.
- Obtain and maintain Emergency Oxygen Administration within 30 days of hire.
- Have knowledge required to manage facilities, equipment, resources, programs, training, risk management, quality assurance, staff, and schedules for the sports unit.
- Be able to conduct rigorous sports classes and lift weight equipment.
- Demonstrate creativity, initiative, flexibility, strong communication skills, and good judgment.
- Be able to lift at least 100 lbs.
- Meet the physical demands of standing, walking, reaching, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, sitting, using hands to handle objects or controls, and talking or hearing.
- Have close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus in the zone of responsibility.
- Remain alert with no lapses of consciousness.
Responsibilities
- Assist in administering, supervising, and operating the Sports Department.
- Help develop, plan, implement, and deliver quality youth, teen, and adult sports programs, including basketball leagues, t-ball leagues, offsite afterschool programs, sports camps, and clinics.
- Coach sports classes and supervise programs assigned by the Sports Director.
- Arrive early to set up programs, take attendance, and record attendance in the Amilia software system.
- Assist with hiring, supervising, and training department staff, including Dance, Tae Kwon Do, and Chess staff.
- Assist with the supervision and administration of sports classes and leagues, and work with sports staff to enhance and expand league programming and enrollment.
- Oversee the gym scheduling calendar and coordinate times for member and program use.
- Proactively seek opportunities to grow and enhance programs.
- Oversee summer sports camp staffing, program content, and service delivery.
- Deliver sports services and assist as needed in fitness areas, exercise equipment, facility maintenance, and cleanliness.
- Guide members in the proper use and function of exercise equipment.
- Assist as needed with the Devilfish Swim Team Dryland Conditioning Program, Flyers Track Program, teen nights, and family events.
- Assist in training, directing, and supervising sports staff regarding fitness activities, sports equipment management, and related theories.
Benefits
- Comprehensive group health insurance, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, for eligible employees who meet requirements.
- Paid time off and paid sick leave.
- 403b Retirement Savings Account.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Employee referral bonus program.
- Complimentary YMCA family membership.
- Discounts on designated child care programs.
- Discounts with other organizations for YMCA employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
