Athletic Director

YMCA of the Pines•Medford, NJ

5h•$245 - $595

About The Position

Overview The Athletic Director is responsible for overseeing, leading, planning and implementing the Athletic department. Athletic Director supervises 6-10 Athletic Specialists as well as teaches sport classes for campers in large and small group settings. Athletic activities offered are Archery, Basketball, Gaga, Land sports, Tennis, Volleyball, Mountain Biking, and Yoga. This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.

Requirements

Must be 20 years of age or older.
Ability to lead and instruct a group of staff and campers in the Athletic program.
Have knowledge in safety, care of equipment, inventory, skill instruction, and progressive age-appropriate programming.
Be able to identify the age and grade level characteristics of campers.

Nice To Haves

Previous camp experience or experience working with groups of children is preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise all Athletic Specialists.
Observer Athletic Specialists classes and provide constructive feedback.
Make sure athletic lesson plans are turned in on a timely manner.
Approve all lesson plans and curriculum for sports activities and confirm they are age appropriate and meet the standard.
Provide instruction, supervision and safety of all campers and staff in program area and cabins.
Submit written performance evaluation of staff twice a summer.
Ensure adequate supplies and resources are available.
Assist campers with achieving their goals.
Supervise and participate in all assigned aspects of the campers’ day which includes but is not limited to; camper check-in and check-out; mealtimes; activities; and before/after-hours duties as assigned
Assist with Trading Post.
Assist with evening activities and special events.
Assist with overnights.
Assist with tractor rides.
Attend and participate in Administration Staff and All Staff Training.