Sports Lead - Greater Annapolis (Arnold)

The Y in Central Maryland • Arnold, MD

3d • $16 - $20

About The Position

The Sports Lead helps deliver youth and adult sports programs that build skills, confidence, teamwork, and connection. The role keeps programs running smoothly, supports and motivates Sports Instructors, and creates welcoming experiences for participants and families. It combines hands-on program support with daily operations and may involve providing instruction when needed and qualified. The Sports Lead models the Y’s values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility and follows the organization’s Code of Conduct with Youth and child-safety requirements.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years old.
• Have two or more years of sports instruction, coaching, or program-leadership experience.
• Have strong leadership, communication, organization, and customer-service skills.
• Have basic computer skills.
• Hold CPR/AED, First Aid, and Oxygen Administration certifications, or be able to obtain them within 30 days.
• Complete required training.
• Be able to move program equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Be available for a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Agree to abide by the Code of Conduct with Youth.

Nice To Haves

• Experience developing associates and connecting with families.
• A team-first mindset and enthusiasm for sports and helping others succeed.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate engaging youth and adult sports programs.
• Coach, train, and support Sports Instructors.
• Help manage staffing, schedules, facilities, rosters, and equipment.
• Promote classes and leagues to grow participation.
• Build strong relationships with participants, families, and center associates.
• Maintain safe, organized programs aligned with Y standards.
• Provide program support or instruction when needed and qualified.
• Model the Y’s values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
• Complete child abuse prevention training, comply with legal reporting requirements, and follow the Code of Conduct with Youth.

Benefits

• Flexible schedules
• Competitive pay
• Generous paid time off
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Dependent care FSA
• Employer contribution to the Y retirement fund
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Training and development programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed