Sports Worker

POSITION SUMMARY:

 Sports Program Workers are responsible for the day-to-day activities involved in providing sports programming to our community.

Sports included at this site: Soccer, Flag Football, Tee Ball, Basketball, and Volleyball.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  

• Work with children ages 2 to 17.
• Work with adult program participants.
• Coaching: Follow practice guidelines that ensure children are active and having fun.
• Refereeing: Referee games for U8 & under and serve as Assistant Referees (ARs) at the U12 & above level.
• Field Maintenance: Mowing (must be 18 years or older), raking, painting lines, and filling low spots.
• Field Monitor: Ensure the safety of program participants and assist coaches as needed.
• Concessions: Work at the snack bar, including sales, inventory, and cleanup.
• Away Events: School functions, fundraisers, off-site clinics, and sales.
• Driving a Little Bus: Must be 21 years or older with a valid driver’s license.
• Cleaning: Set up, tear down, collect, and secure equipment at the end of the day.
• Administration: Answer phones, perform light office duties, and complete data entry.

Soccer Site Lead Duties

• USSF “F” License or higher for coaches working with U8 and above.
• USSF “E” License or higher for coaches working with U12 and above.
• USSF Certified Referee with an active license and the ability to train, hire, and develop referees.
   

The Program Coordinator must have the skills to complete the Director’s tasks in their absence.
The Offsite Program/Event Coordinator must have the skills to run a program when the Director is off-site.

Referee Duties: 

• USSF Certified Referee with an active license (Grade 8 or higher).

Assigned game pay rates for USSF Certified Referees:

• Soccer U12+ (Referee 1): $30 per game
• Soccer U12+ Assistant Referee: $15 per game
• Soccer U10 (Referee 2): $20 per game
• Soccer U8 and under: $12.44 per hour
• Flag Football (Referee 2 – all age groups): $20 per game
• Flag Football Assistant Referee: $15 per game
• Flag Football 3rd Assistant: $12.44 per hour

Note:

• Certified staff rates are earned only when refereeing assigned shifts.
• Lead staff rates are earned only when coaching or refereeing scheduled/assigned shifts.
• When serving as general program or field support, staff will be classified as Soccer Program Workers and paid the Soccer Program Worker rate. 

OUR CULTURE:  Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. At the Y, we strive to live our purpose of strengthening communities with intention and purpose every day. We welcome all: we are open to everyone. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We nurture: we support you on your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you. 

YMCA PART-TIME BENEFITS OVERVIEW:  At the YMCA, we invest in our people so they can better serve our communities. Our part-time employees enjoy a supportive, inclusive work environment with valuable benefits that reflect our mission and core values. 

• Complimentary YMCA Membership 
• Flexible Scheduling
• Professional Development
• Retirement Benefits
• Employee Resource Groups 

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruit volunteers and build effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fundraising.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of diverse backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing other

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces innovative approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.

Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans of work, and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures and reports for all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change and seek opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

The YMCA of Southeastern NC does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, faith, gender, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, sexual preference, gender identity, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies. 

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Basic understanding of organizational skills, public relations and interpersonal skills. 
• Desire and ability to work with and supervise volunteers, program participants and other YMCA employees as needed. 
• Ability to work unsupervised and stay on task. 
• Ability to represent the YMCA in a mature and professional manner. 
• Complete certification in First Aid, Infant/Child CPR and Adult CPR within 30 days. 
• Complete assigned training certifications upon request and completed on time. 
• Must enjoy working with kids. 
• High School Graduate or at least 16 years of age and attending school. 
• Employees 14 & 15, completed Young Referee / Coach Program. 

YMCA SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:
CPR & First Aid – Must be able to complete and maintain certification in CPR and First Aid; able to assist individuals in need until professional help arrives.

Emergency Response – Ability to quickly identify emergency situations (medical, fire, environmental, etc.) and respond appropriately following established procedures.

Incident Management – Required to report all safety incidents and hazards immediately and accurately to supervisors.

Safe Environment – Commitment to maintaining a safe, clean, and hazard-free environment for all staff, members, and participants.

Physical Readiness – Must be able to perform physical tasks related to safety, including assisting individuals of various ages and physical abilities.

Compliance – Follow all YMCA safety protocols, OSHA standards, and state/local regulations as applicable. 

Reasonable Accommodation Statement: The YMCA provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws. If you require accommodation to complete the application process or to perform essential job functions, please contact Human Resources.  

JOB TITLE: Sports Worker 

LOCATION: Hampstead, NC

POSITION TYPE: Part Time 

FLSA: Non-Exempt 

PAY RATE: $12.44 - $15.55 / Hour

REVISION DATE: 1/14/26

Equal Opportunity Employer: The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.