Sports Director

Sports Director

Full-Time, Exempt Position

Job Summary:

We are currently searching for a cause driven leader to fill our Sports Director role. For more than 60 years, the Arlington-Mansfield Area YMCA has served the community of Greater Arlington, Mansfield, and Kennedale communities. We believe a healthy community is a strong one. Through our innovative programs, we address health disparities, support mental wellness, and removed financial barriers improving spirit, mind, and body.

This position will lead and mentor our sports staff, coaches, and volunteers, This position will oversee the development and operations of our sports programs; these programs are for all youth and encourage confidence, good sportsmanship, and teamwork in our youth participants.

Under the direction of the Associate Executive Director at the Central YMCA, the Sports Director is responsible for the administration and management of our association's year-round youth sports, sports specialty camps, and future adult sports programs. He or she will provide the community with sound programs in accordance with the YMCA goals and objectives. This person must have the ability to work a flexible schedule, with evenings or weekends as needed. 

Benefits:

• 100% employee medical, vision, and dental insurance paid for by the YMCA.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• 12% retirement funded by the YMCA/
• Capacity to work remotely during the work week.
• Free YMCA family membership.
• Free YMCA programs, including afterschool care and summer day camp.
• Life Insurance.
• Short & Long Term Disability.
• Free Costco family membership.
• Free subscription to Right Now Media to enhance your professional growth.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• YPN Prime membership paid for by the YMCA.
• World Service/Diversity & Inclusion opportunities.
• Educational reimbursement opportunities.
• Training and YUSA certification opportunities.

OUR CULTURE: 

At the Y, our mission and core values shape our culture. We strive to strengthen communities with purpose and intentionality. Our inclusive environment fosters belonging, where each individual can grow. We value authenticity, embrace individuality, and believe in the potential of each person to be a catalyst for positive change. By nurturing and supporting personal growth, we pursue our relentless goal of making our community stronger, starting with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Program Management: Oversee the youth sports programs, including budget management, facility coordination, and equipment logistics. Monitor program participation and evaluate effectiveness.
2. Program Expansion: Lead the development of new programs, ensure current offerings meet community needs, and assist with marketing and promotional efforts.
3. Compliance & Safety: Ensure all programs comply with local, state, and federal regulations, including ADA standards. Maintain adherence to YMCA program standards and safety protocols.
4. Staff & Volunteer Management: Recruit, hire, and onboard a diverse team of staff and volunteers. Develop staff schedules, evaluate performance, and provide ongoing training.
5. Team Organization: Coordinate team creation, schedules, officials, and coaches. Oversee distribution of uniforms, awards, and event logistics, including team photos, parties, and clinics.
6. Community Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with staff, parents, caregivers, and community organizations. Foster clear and consistent communication.
7. Community Involvement: Participate in Y events, committees, fundraising efforts, and other community activities.
8. Core Values: Uphold YMCA values-caring, honesty, respect, responsibility, and faith-and ensure adherence to YMCA policies and procedures.
9. Additional Duties: Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Director.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Collaboration
• Program/Project Management

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum age of 21.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience (supervisor or coordinator of sports/school-age programs).
• YMCA Team Leader certification preferred.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Commitment to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Completion of program-specific training.
• Capacity to work cooperatively in a team environment.
• Superb verbal and written communication, strong background in program administration, planning, organizing and training.
• Excellent skills in dealing with high stress and crisis management situations appropriately.
• Basic knowledge of computers and ability to become proficient in AMA YMCA software.
• CPR/AED/O2/First Aid certifications and training in Child Abuse Prevention, Understanding Your Biases, Anti-Harassment, blood-borne pathogens, Hazard Communication Awareness, and Slips, Trips, and Falls are required within 30 days of hire.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to perform essential duties indoors and outdoors, with the agility to move around different locations as needed.
• Frequently required to sit, reach, and use a computer and phone for extended periods.
• Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.
• Moderate noise level in the work environment.
• Reasonable accommodation will be made for individuals with disabilities.