Sports Group Leader

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego•Ramona, CA

About The Position

The Sports Group Leader assists in coordinating and directing sports league programming across Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego sites, in accordance with grant guidelines and organizational expectations. The role leads, inspires, trains, and assesses coaches, volunteers, and program staff supporting the leagues, and serves as a liaison among club members, parents, and school locations. The position reports to the Branch Manager and Sports Coordinator. Work locations include club and school sites and may change based on business needs; the role may cover South and North County and requires flexibility to work evenings and be available for Saturday shifts. The role plans, implements, supervises, and coordinates youth sports leagues, including promoting participation, conducting assessment clinics, forming balanced teams, supervising activities indoors and outdoors, and maintaining participant safety. It supports positive youth behavior, analyzes assessment data to develop action plans, maintains attendance records, builds relationships with members and families, and contributes to a safe, clean, welcoming environment and ongoing safety and emergency-preparedness efforts. Candidates must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED. CPR and First Aid certification is required as a condition of employment; the qualifications section says these certifications are preferred within 30 days of hire. Employment is conditional on completing a pre-employment background check and complying with the organization's drug-free workplace policy.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or GED required.
Verified ability to analyze student assessment data to improve student achievement in the program.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing, with youth, parents, staff, volunteers, and community partners.
Self-motivated and goal-oriented, with leadership and team-building abilities and the ability to work independently.
Computer and office equipment proficiency, including experience with email, scheduling, word processing, spreadsheet programs, and database management.
Strong communication, presentation, and public-speaking skills; leadership, planning, organization, and customer service experience.
Independent judgment, personal initiative, accountability, and experience managing conflict.
Knowledge of basic public relations and customer service principles and techniques.
Ability to work with diverse personalities while displaying tact, maturity, and flexibility.
Ability to respond according to procedure in emergencies and disciplinary situations.
Ability to work under pressure with multiple time constraints, shifting priorities, changing deadlines, and frequent interruptions.
Flexibility with sports league scheduling and ability to work at various locations based on organizational needs.
Must be able to work evenings and have open availability for Saturday shifts.
Must complete a pre-employment background check and comply with the organization's drug-free workplace policy.
CPR and First Aid certification is listed as a condition of employment; the qualifications section states certification is preferred within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

CPR and First Aid certifications within 30 days of hire, as described in the qualifications section.

Responsibilities

Assist with coordinating and directing sports league programming in accordance with grant guidelines and BGCGSD expectations.
Lead, inspire, train, and assess coaches, volunteers, and program staff supporting sports leagues.
Serve as a liaison among club members, parents, and school locations.
Ensure programs and activities adhere to current health and safety protocols, including applicable face-covering, distancing, and hand-washing procedures.
Assist with sports leagues across South and North County.
Plan, implement, supervise, and coordinate youth sports leagues and promote interest and participation through schools, public relations, and informational programs.
Supervise sports league activities in gyms and on outdoor fields.
Conduct assessment clinics and form balanced teams based on age, experience, and assessments.
Recognize and respond promptly to arguing, fighting, horseplay, and other undesirable activities.
Build positive rapport and relationships with youth, parents or guardians, coaches, community members, and staff.
Ensure participant safety by following youth sports league best practices and BGCGSD policies; consistently reinforce program procedures and policies.
Assist the Supervisor and Sports Coordinator with student behavior issues using positive behavior interventions to support safety and program goals.
Analyze student assessment data and develop action plans to improve student achievement.
Maintain accurate program attendance records and submit them on time.
Identify and report safety concerns and maintenance needs; participate in safety drills, risk assessment, and emergency preparedness efforts.
Contribute to improving Club safety and wellness policies and procedures.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance and perform other duties as assigned.