Athletic Program Manager (RWC Clubhouse)

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula • Redwood City, CA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Athletic Program Manager is responsible for overseeing the delivery of a broad range of physical education programs and activities within the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula as well as at our partner schools and school districts. You will plan, develop, oversee implementation and supervise programs and program staff. You will also be responsible for developing and maintaining strong and productive relationships with partner organizations and schools in order to expand our impact and reach. This role involves managing administrative, logistical, and strategic tasks to support athletes, coaches, and the overall success of the sports program. This role will report to the Assistant Director of Sports Leagues.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or applicable work experience.
• 3+ years of work experience in a Boys & Girls Club or similar organization planning and supervising activities based on developmental needs of children.
• Passion for working with youth.
• Prior coaching and officiating experience.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Group leadership skills, including an understanding of group dynamics.
• Demonstrated organizational, staff, and project management abilities.

Nice To Haves

• Spanish speaking strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee the administration of the Physical Education and Athletic program and activities.
• Plan, develop and implement sports activities and leagues at the clubhouse to engage youth in healthy physical fitness activities and to develop long term fitness habits.
• Use athletics to engage youth in a process of continuous growth through tracking and building athletic skill and physical fitness.
• Develop youth understanding and practice of good sportsmanship and teamwork through competition and direct instruction.
• Establish Clubhouse program objectives consistent with organizational goals and mission.
• Oversee the provision of the day-to-day Physical Education enrichment program activities in accordance with established standards and goals.
• Ensure that members are encouraged to participate in a variety of program activities and receive instruction and constructive feedback to develop sportsmanship, teamwork and skills in Physical Education and Athletics.
• Demonstrate leadership to assure good conduct, safety, and development of members.
• Help youth discover their passions and steer them into structured programs.
• Provide career pathways to youth in the form of a Coach Em Up Program.
• Establish and maintain Clubhouse Physical Education and Athletic goals in settings that insure the health and safety of the members.
• Ensure that the site staff understand and effectively communicate standards of the program; that they ensure program areas are safe, well ventilated and well lit; and that the club equipment is maintained in good working condition.
• Organize and implement an instructional program that will result in students achieving academic success in accordance with the Boys and Girls Club.
• Plan and teach physical education classes/intramural lunchtime sports to students at our partner high schools.
• Identify, select, and modify instructional resources to meet the needs of the students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs.
• Support the planning and execution of sports programs and leagues for students from Kindergarten through 12th grade, with a focus on 9th-12th grade.
• Ensure the evaluation of Physical Education and Athletic programs on a continual basis.
• Ensure the Physical Education and Athletic programs respond to member needs and address their gender and cultural diversity.
• Determines, measures, evaluates and reports performance metrics.
• Analyzes similar after-school youth programs.
• Plan and run high quality leagues.
• Control Athletic Department programming and activity expenditures within the approved budget.
• Allocate and monitor work assigned to program volunteers and staff, providing ongoing feedback and regular appraisal.
• Identify and support training and development opportunities for assigned volunteers and staff.
• Oversee proper record keeping and reporting including activities and events conducted.
• Ensure productive and effective performance by all Athletic Department staff and volunteers.
• Be physically present for all Athletic offerings at the clubhouse to maintain supervision and high quality services.
• Increase visibility of Club Athletic programs via posting of daily schedule, announcements on upcoming events and the dissemination of timely information for the development of advertising and promotion through mailings, fliers, and outreach.
• Establish community and school partnerships where appropriate.
• Coaching, officiating, and otherwise facilitating athletic leagues, specifically Indoor Soccer, Basketball, Volleyball and Flag Football.
• Teaching the elements of ROOTS: Respect for the Rules, Opponents, Officials, Teammates, and Self.
• Modeling and teaching participants to Honor the Game through fair play and sportsmanship.
• Developing and structuring sports leagues: evaluating players, creating balanced teams, league rules and schedules.
• Oversee special programs and/or events (i.e. Awards Programs), and/or participate in other unit activities as necessary.
• Drive Club van periodically.
• Maintain gym cleanliness and safe play standards.
• Maintain uniform and equipment inventory.
• Consult with parents concerning member and club issues.
• Work with BGCP development department to assist in securing funding for the Athletic department where needed.
• Maintain close daily contact with Club staff (professional and volunteer), Club members, and receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain or interpret guidelines/instructions; instruct, and counsel.
• Maintain contact as needed with external groups, schools, donors, and members’ parents and others to assist in resolving problems.

Benefits

• BGCP covers 100% of medical, dental, and vision premiums; 50% for dependents
• BGCP offers salary contributions to the 401(k) plan
• Comprehensive Paid Time-Off Policy, along with additional benefits
• Sick Time: Full-time employees are front-loaded 40 hours of paid sick time annually

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level