Sports Director

YMCA Of South Hampton Roads•Suffolk, VA

2d•$40,000 - $55,000

About The Position

The Sports Director oversees the day-to-day operations of youth and adult sports programming at multiple YMCA locations within the YMCA of South Hampton Roads, under the direction of the Executive Director. The position provides cause-driven leadership in staff supervision, volunteer management, fiscal management, program administration, facility and equipment stewardship, community relations, and professional development. It also supports the Association Sports Cabinet in a leadership role and provides indirect leadership to sports leaders at multiple family centers. The director is responsible for developing the home YMCA as a leading sports service provider in the Hampton Roads community, meeting annual budget expectations, and developing staff and volunteers. The role is based at Blocker Norfolk Family YMCA, Currituck Family YMCA, or Greenbrier Family YMCA. The Sports Director develops and monitors operating budgets; purchases, inventories, and distributes program supplies; plans and delivers safe, quality sports programming; and supports membership recruitment and retention. The position develops long-range program plans, promotes programs, maintains facilities and equipment, supervises and develops team members and volunteers, supports organizational goals and fundraising, and builds collaborative relationships with community organizations, businesses, and government entities. The role operates in a sports, recreational, and community-based environment and involves frequent interaction with members, participants, employees, leaders, and other stakeholders. Flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, or weekends, may be needed according to program and organizational needs. The YMCA provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, consistent with applicable law.

Requirements

At least 21 years of age.
One to two years of supervisory experience.
Flexible schedule, including days, nights, and weekends.
Ability to obtain American Safety and Health Institute BLS instructor certification within 90 days of hire.
Proficient computer skills and ability to learn new software programs.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management, Recreation, Health Sciences, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Develop, manage, and monitor sports operating budgets, make adjustments to support balanced operations, and report on current financial performance.
Purchase, inventory, and deliver program supplies in accordance with Association standards.
Plan, develop, and implement sports programming in accordance with the Association sports calendar and community needs.
Provide safe, organized, quality sports programs and plan and execute community programming opportunities in the Norfolk and Portsmouth community.
Implement membership recruitment and retention strategies, build member-focused relationships, respond to member needs, and resolve issues to support member satisfaction.
Develop long-range plans for expanding programs and services, monitor progress toward objectives, and take action to maintain program quality.
Develop, produce, and distribute program information in accordance with branch marketing plans.
Ensure the safety, cleanliness, upkeep, and functionality of related facilities and equipment, and coordinate facility use for programs and activities.
Provide leadership and support for Association strategic goals and objectives.
Hire, train, evaluate, and supervise sports team members; provide indirect leadership to sports leaders at multiple family centers.
Recruit and train program volunteers.
Support the branch management team, annual support campaign, and volunteer committees or boards as assigned.
Perform the duties of direct reports as needed.
Participate in the annual support campaign, including staff giving and membership involvement.
Complete required onboarding, safety, child abuse prevention, and other training; attend mandatory staff meetings and assist with leadership of the Sports Cabinet.
Incorporate character development into YMCA activities.
Represent and promote the YMCA by developing positive working and collaborative relationships with community organizations, businesses, and government entities.