Sports Director

Stephens Family YMCA•Champaign, IL

4d•$45,000 - $50,000

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Senior Program Director, the Sports Director administers, manages, and oversees sports programs, including preschool, youth, and adult sports, summer sports camps, and the climbing wall. The role has overall fiscal responsibility for programs, ensures compliance and positive outcomes, and safeguards the well-being of students and participants. The Sports Director leads coordinated, responsive sports programming that adapts to member needs and trends in the field. The position leads program development and improvement, budgeting, scheduling, equipment management, promotion, and retention strategies. It supervises, trains, and supports staff and volunteers; recruits and trains coaches, referees, and volunteers; and builds relationships with YMCA members, staff, and community partners. The role reports programmatic issues to the Senior Program Director and represents the YMCA in the community as needed. Availability to work Saturdays and occasional weeknights is required. The Sports Director must support a safe and welcoming environment by following YMCA abuse-prevention policies, recognizing and promptly reporting concerns, and completing required training. The position also requires attending New Employee Orientation within 30 days of hire, completing CPR/AED and online training, learning facility emergency procedures, and arriving ready to work at scheduled times.

Requirements

Must be available to work Saturdays and occasional weeknights.
Must attend New Employee Orientation within 30 days of hire.
Must complete CPR/AED and online training.
Must learn facility emergency procedures and action plans.
Must arrive ready to work at scheduled times.
Must maintain open communication with program participants, volunteers, sports staff, and the Senior Program Director.
Must follow YMCA abuse-prevention policies, remain vigilant for signs of abuse, promptly report concerns, and participate in required safeguarding training.

Responsibilities

Oversee preschool, youth, and adult sports programming, summer sports camps, and the climbing wall.
Communicate the mission, vision, and values of the Stephens Family YMCA.
Ensure programs comply with YMCA standards and methods of operation.
Integrate member-service and engagement strategies to support recruitment and retention.
Assess and evaluate sports programming and implement changes or enhancements as needed.
Lead the improvement and development of existing and new sports and recreation programs.
Implement promotional and retention strategies for new and existing sports programs.
Develop and maintain gym and facility schedules and equipment to serve members of all ages.
Report unclean conditions, safety hazards, and malfunctioning equipment.
Plan the annual department budget, manage the approved budget, and address variances.
Lead program sponsorship initiatives and support department financial viability.
Order and maintain sports and league equipment and supplies within budget guidelines.
Attend and participate in staff meetings.
Promote and integrate sports programming with other YMCA departments.
Supervise, train, and support assigned staff and volunteers; establish policies, procedures, and guidelines for quality member experiences.
Develop and implement procedures and systems that promote program growth, safety, member satisfaction, retention, and facility excellence.
Identify and resolve program issues to support member satisfaction.
Represent and promote the YMCA in the community and develop positive relationships with other organizations.
Recruit and train coaches, referees, and volunteers.
Educate referees on YMCA rules, policies, and philosophies.
Maintain existing and develop new collaborations with community partners.
Maintain indoor and outdoor sports venues to support safe, organized practices and game days.
Build relationships with YMCA members and staff.
Attend New Employee Orientation within 30 days of hire.
Complete CPR/AED and online training and learn facility emergency procedures and action plans.
Maintain open communication among program participants, volunteers, and sports staff, and communicate program issues to the Senior Program Director.
Follow and promote YMCA abuse-risk-management policies, promptly report concerns, and participate in required safeguarding training.
Perform other duties as needed.