SPORTS COORDINATOR

Madison Area YMCA•Madison, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Sports Program Director and Associate Sports Director, the Sports Coordinator assists with the delivery of preschool and school-age Sports classes and programs. They provide administrative support to recreational and competitive sports programs as needed and lead in the delivery of Sunday/weekday sports programs and adult sports leagues. The schedule is subject to change based on the program season. Working under the guidance of the Director and Associate Director, the incumbent provides an essential supporting role serving as manager of open sports programs and the gym monitor schedule. This individual creates and provides a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. The schedule is subject to change seasonally based on the essential needs of the sports program.

Requirements

Minimum of 18 years of age.
Minimum two years relevant experience, working knowledge of sports programs, including adult and youth sports, teams, and leagues.
Extensive knowledge of a variety of sports.
Must enjoy working with youth and adults, possess good communication skills, be enthusiastic, and self-motivated.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to work independently on relationship development communications.
Competence with programs and automated databases, e.g., Microsoft Office/Excel programs and ActiveNet.

Nice To Haves

Prior supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Has and maintains current knowledge and understanding of all programs offered.
Remains knowledgeable of the current trends in sports and recreation.
Provides an energizing safe and fun environment for participants.
Oversees open sports offerings, including but not limited to basketball, volleyball and pickleball.
Instructs assigned classes.
Coaches developmental and competitive programs as assigned.
Serves as gym monitor during open programs.
Manages gym monitor staff schedule for open programs, ensuring all shifts are covered and providing coverage in the case of call outs.
Supports coordination of substitute staff schedules.
Supports in the training and development of all related staff, modeling high quality standards.
Adheres to policies related to boundaries with children and reinforces with all staff.
Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations and follows mandated abuse reporting requirements.
Daily monitoring of open programs in Group ExPro, ensures all registrants have proper memberships for participation.
Under the Director and Associate Director’s guidance, respond professionally and positively to members’ and/or parents’ concerns.
Ensures all changes to open programs are updated on website timely.
Maintains and updates class rosters as needed.
Interacts with a positive attitude with participants, members, parents and staff.
Performs as an integral member of the Family Center staff team, working toward an increase in member growth, satisfaction and retention and program expansion.
Handles unexpected situations/emergencies in an efficient, professional manner, completes incident reports following every qualifying incident.
Work, support and coordinate activities with the Summer Quest camp team as needed during summer camp season.
Maintains a clean, organized and safe facility.
Inspects equipment to ensure it is in proper working order and reports any areas that may require maintenance or repair.
Participates in staff meetings and trainings.
Assists with other duties as assigned.
Maintains boundaries, follow mandated reporting requirements, and uphold policies and procedures to protect youth and participants.
Attends required training, reporting suspicious or inappropriate behaviors, and adhering to procedures that minimize risk.
Provides oversight, feedback, and accountability to ensure staff and volunteers follow these standards.