Assistant Director of Sports

Are you an energetic sports professional who loves working directly with youth and bringing great programs to life? As an Assistant Sports Director, you’ll be a hands-on leader helping plan, develop, and deliver engaging sports programs while working alongside staff, coaches, and participants. You’ll have the opportunity to be active on the court and in the gym while also taking on greater responsibility for program growth, staff support, and creating meaningful experiences for our community.

This is an active, hands-on position with a typical Tuesday–Saturday schedule, which includes evenings. During the summer, you’ll take on a new leadership challenge as camp leadership, helping lead an exciting and memorable camp experience for youth.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Sports Director, the Assistant Sports Director is responsible for assisting in planning, development, implementation, expansion and evaluation of youth and adult sport programs. The principal objective will be to develop meaningful programs and services to fulfill the YMCA’s mission. During the summer months as Asst.

Camp Director, the role will transition to work with the camping department. OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. 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 are nurturing: we support you in 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.

MEMBER SERVICE STATEMENT: Members are the heart of this organization. They are the reason we exist. Members are the most important visitors we have, whether they visit by mail, phone or in person. They are not statistics and always deserve our respect. No matter what we are hired to do, satisfying member’s needs and wants are everyone’s first and most important responsibility.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Directs and supervises program activities to meet YMCA objectives. Expands youth sports programing within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans. Actively supports the organization’s DEIB commitments by modeling equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging in daily work. Recommend and helps implement strategies and initiatives that advance the organization’s diversity goals.

Assists in the management of all aspects of day-to-day operations. Ability to develop and maintain high levels of customer service. Supervising gymnasium, track, field all other facilities and participants utilizing the facilities. Over-seeing facility schedule, maintaining equipment, and safety of facilities. Assisting in hiring/onboarding/ training/scheduling/supervising staff.

Development and implementation of new and existing programs. Teaching instructional classes, coaching teams, officiating games, lead rental groups (must be athletic). Coordinating all aspects of sports youth & adult leagues making a sports background imperative. Assist in the development of the department budget. Assist in the development of program marketing and promotional items in a timely manner.

Maintain databases for all sports programs. Possess creativity and flexibility. Administer system of schedules, records, and reports for assigned program areas. Ensuring participant satisfaction, league quality and safety at all times. Participating in Special YMCA Events. Occasional van driver for OST program. Carry out all responsibilities listed as Assistant Director of Camp.

Willingness to accept responsibilities other than those assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Associates degree or equivalent in Physical Education, Sports Management, Community Recreation or related discipline preferred. Minimum of 2 years recreational experience with leading and coaching groups of children in different sports in a supportive environment that encourages self-confidence. Proficient in all standard business software, i.

e. Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. Good role model, high integrity, professionalism, and adaptable. Currently holds or is working towards YMCA Team Leader Certificate. Current CPR, AED and First Aid certification. An understanding of the needs of the communities served by the West Suburban YMCA. Represent the West Suburban YMCA in a positive manner.

Committing to support and further our equity-centered work as an organization. Actively supports all DEIB efforts. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community. Obtaining 7D license within 30 days of employment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, kneel, squat, and move throughout indoor and outdoor program spaces.

Ability to demonstrate and teach sport-specific skills and participate in sports and recreational activities as needed. Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds. Ability to safely set up and break down sports, recreation, and program equipment. Ability to visually observe and audibly hear participants in order to provide instruction, maintain appropriate supervision, and respond to safety concerns.

Ability to work for extended periods in indoor and outdoor environments and varying weather conditions, particularly during the summer camping season. Ability to navigate stairs, fields, trails, gymnasiums, and uneven terrain. Ability to respond promptly to routine and emergency situations involving program participants.

Hourly rate: $23.00- $26.00 depending on qualifications and experience. The WSYMCA rewards dedicated employees by offering a competitive benefits package that includes paid vacation & holidays, group health with vision & drug prescription, dental & life insurance, paid retirement once vested, YMCA membership, access to child care services, tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.

The West Suburban YMCA is a charitable organization that welcomes all by creating a community that hires individuals of any age, race, gender, religion, heritage, economic circumstance, or physical ability. We focus on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility to ensure all children, adults and families are healthy, confident and connected.

*After completing the application process, you will have the opportunity to complete your Talent Profile by our joining our Talent Community!