Youth Sports Coordinator

YMCA of the Pines•Woodbury, NJ

2d•$20 - $20

About The Position

This position supports the work of the YMCA, a leading nonprofit charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Youth Sports Coordinator leads and manages youth sports and specialty programs, with a primary focus on basketball, ensuring a safe, engaging, and high-quality experience for all participants. This role serves as the primary point of contact for volunteer coaches, parents, and participants while maintaining program excellence and alignment with the YMCA of the Pines values. Hours: 10–15 hours per week based on program needs, primary availability must include weeknights (Tuesdays and Thursdays) and Saturday morning/early afternoons. This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.

Requirements

Strong basketball background required
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to work evenings and weekends
CPR/AED and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain)

Nice To Haves

Experience in coaching or youth sports preferred

Responsibilities

Plan and oversee youth sports and specialty programs, primary focus on youth basketball
Create and manage team rosters and schedules
Lead on-site program operations during practices and games
Substitute as coach when needed
Assist with setup and breakdown and clean up of program areas
Recruit and support volunteer coaches
Communicate expectations and schedules
Ensure a positive and inclusive environment
Address concerns and escalate issues when needed
Ensure all documentation and requirements are met
Ability to create and update programs in Daxko Operations
Serve as primary contact for parents and participants
Send program updates and communications
Make outreach calls as needed
Resolve conflicts professionally
Collaborate with leadership to enhance programs
Assist in developing new offerings
Monitor participation and provide feedback
Maintain equipment inventory
Ensure proper setup and safety
Keep facility clean after programs
Ensure a safe environment for all participants
Enforce YMCA policies
Respond to incidents and complete reports