Sports Coordinator

YMCA Of South Hampton Roads•Virginia Beach, VA

About The Position

SPORTS COORDINATOR Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively influences the lives of children in your community. Working at the YMCA you’ll discover more than a job – you will have the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the community. OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you. POSITION SUMMARY: The Sports Coordinator will provide support and help oversee daily operations and staffing of the following areas: Adult Sports and Sports Camps.

Requirements

Degree preferred in Physical Education, Recreation or related field or working towards a degree in the above areas.
Strong human relations skills to facilitate positive relationships with participants, members, staff and volunteers.
CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse Prevention training within 30 days of hire date.

Responsibilities

Recruit Volunteer Coaches, Referees, and Score Keepers for all upcoming youth sports programs.
Communicate with all parents and coaches to keep them informed of the current season.
Create schedules for practices and games.
Manage rosters for each team and ensure the coaches have all appropriate contact information.
Assist in developing annual operating objectives for youth programs.
Monitor the achievements of these objectives and exercises appropriate action to assure the achievements of the objectives are the highest quality programs and services.
Responsible for inventory and delivery of all program related supplies. Keep supervisor informed and current on status.
Responsible for program promotion and increasing enrollment numbers in above mentioned programs.
Develop and maintain professional relationships with volunteers, community agencies and lay leaders to solicit support for above programs.
Assist in all appropriate staff trainings and coaching meetings/trainings.
Ensure safety, cleanliness and function of all related facilities and equipment.
Incorporate character development within the activities of each program.
Assist in the leadership of family center special events.
Participate in successful annual support campaign. Active leadership required in staff giving and community campaign division.