Sports Coordinator

YMCA of Metro Atlanta•Lawrenceville, GA

About The Position

As a thought-leader and best-in-class provider in education, wellness, youth development, and community-building, The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is one of the oldest and most essential non-profits serving in Atlanta. Today, we’re looking for you to join us as we carry out our mission to positively impact lives and communities across the state. At the Y, we’re an association of like-minded people (staff, volunteers, and members), on the forefront of a movement to ensure that everyone -- especially children -- experience an equal opportunity to reach their full potential. In the course of a year, we provide more than 3,000 children, ages 6 weeks through Pre-K with high-quality literacy and STEAM-infused learning; give 58,000 youth and teens access to sports, aquatics, day and resident camps, teen leadership development programs, and employment opportunities; provide over 200,000 members with programs, services, and facilities to enjoy connection and maintain wellness regardless of age; and engage over 25,000 volunteers and donors from across Atlanta to share in the gift of supporting their communities. NATURE AND SCOPE: Under the direction of the Sports Director or Executive Director, the Sports Coordinator will provide hands-on support for the successful operations of various sports programs. They will support practices, processes, and procedures for strong program and project management.

Requirements

Associate degree in excise science, kinesiology, or sports management or related field OR High school diploma and 1+ years of competitive sports
Must be at least 21 years of age
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to recognize and implement safety standards in all program activities
Strong Human Relations and Conflict Management skills
Ability to effectively communicate and manage information to program participants, community leaders, and volunteers and staff of all ages
Proficient knowledge of computers, various technology, and applications
Ability to multitasks, work independently, problem solve and effectively manage time
Must be able to obtain within 30 days of hire, completion of CPR, First Aid, and AED training
Ability to pass a pre-employment background check including Criminal Record check, Drug Screening and motor vehicle record (MVR) according to company policy.
Must be legally eligible to work in the US without current or future sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in excise science, kinesiology, or sports management or related field
3+ years of experience in competitive sports
Non-profit experience

Responsibilities

Coach a variety of sports programs that include baseball, basketball, cheerleading, soccer, volleyball, etc.
Compile program statistics and assists in sports planning.
Schedule and attend sports practices, games and/or matches.
Purchase and secure program equipment and supplies.
Evaluate the program, coaches, officials, and volunteers.
Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of children in the program by providing close supervision of all activities.
Establish, collaborate, and maintain relationships with the members, volunteers, staff, schools, and the public.
Attend, complete, and pass Spirit Point of Sale and Spirit Program Management, as needed.
Maintain accurate program documentation (registrations, rosters, reports, rules, coach packets, waivers, incident/accident reports, etc.).
Recruit program participants on a continual basis.