Sports Staff

YMCA of Catawba Valley • Conover, NC

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About The Position

The Hickory Foundation YMCA is seeking dynamic, hardworking, and enthusiastic individuals to work with a team making a positive difference in the lives of children through the sports department. The Sports Staff member assists with planning, developing, and executing sports department programs and serves as a reliable, positive role model consistent with the YMCA of Catawba Valley’s Christian mission and policies.

The role includes supporting sports program administration and delivery, communicating positively with coaches, referees, participants’ families, volunteers, members, and parents, and helping create a safe and inclusive environment. YMCA staff must follow abuse-prevention policies and procedures, promptly report concerns or incidents, and maintain appropriate boundaries with youth and members.

The posted salary is $11.00 per hour.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be fun-loving, kid-focused, and hardworking.
• Current North Carolina driver’s license required.
• Must be able to stand outside for long periods and lift up to 30 pounds.
• CPR and First Aid certifications must be obtained; the YMCA provides them.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience and knowledge in soccer, baseball, flag football, volleyball, and basketball preferred.
• Supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, developing, and executing all programs offered in the sports department.
• Apply a basic understanding of fiscal management and the budget process.
• Supervise other sports staff, coaches, and referees in a mature, respectful, and professional manner.
• Communicate effectively with volunteers, members, and parents.
• Assist with completing game schedules for all sports.
• Help obtain sponsors for the Annual Giving Campaign.
• Lead summer sports camps.
• Prepare coach and parent packets for teams in each sport.
• Handle printing of schedules and registration forms and possible delivery.
• Market and display sports information within the YMCA branch.
• Communicate positively with coaches, referees, and participants’ families.
• Follow YMCA policies and procedures related to abuse prevention, report concerns or incidents immediately, and maintain appropriate boundaries with youth and members.
• Help create a safe, inclusive environment.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Contribution

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED