Sports Site Lead

YMCA of Greater San Antonio Careers•San Antonio, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. With general guidance of the Sports Director the site lead oversees game and practice locations. Will adhere to the child care policies and the goals of the YMCA, and directs each game in accordance with the mission statement of the YMCA of San Antonio and the standards of all regulatory agencies.

Requirements

Must be 21 years of age.
Understand the basic principles of sports programs such as basketball, baseball, soccer, football, and volleyball.
Demonstrate diplomatic interpersonal skills.
Must be able to establish and maintain harmonious relationships by promoting caring, honesty, respect and responsibility with staff, YMCA members, and program participants.
Ability to relate to children and parents.
Must demonstrate courtesy and service to program participants and maintain a professional appearance.
Follow YMCA policies and decision in a supportive manner.
Ability to intervene in conflict resolution.
Serve as a Primary responder.
A valid driver’s license is required as well as capacity to drive to various locations within the greater San Antonio metropolitan area.
Certifications required within the first week of hire: Redwoods Bloodborne Pathogens, Defensive Driving, and Hazardous Communications.
Certifications required within the first 60 days of hire: YMCA approved basic life saving skills such as CPR, First Aid, AED, and Emergency Oxygen.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of game rules and responsibilities.
Attend sport specific training as required.
Give answers to questions or seek others who can do so.

Responsibilities

Manage game and practice times and referee games when needed.
Ensure sites have needed equipment before games and practices begin, and that equipment is taken down at the end of the day.
Monitor and respond to all horseplay.
Promote participant safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
Develop and maintain communication with the parents, players, and coaches.
Enforce all YMCA rules and policies.
Keep current on all game and practice schedule changes.
Maintain regular communication with the Sports Director regarding site needs, parent questions and issues, etc.
Respond to all emergencies in a prompt manner.
Responsible for cleanliness of facility sites.
Maintain a courteous, friendly attitude, and be a positive role model.
Attend all trainings and meetings relating to the position.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.