Director of Athletics & Recreation

POSITION SUMMARY

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Director of Athletics at Franklin County's YMCA is responsible for the development and implementation of sports programming for all ages.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Directs and supervises athletics and recreation program activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives. Grow athletics and recreation programming in accordance with operating plans, best practices, and all YMCA rules and policies. Ensures that all sports programs and activities are properly supervised. Secures and schedules facilities and athletic fields. Responsible for site set-up and ensuring all necessary supplies and equipment are available. Recommends equipment and supply purchases. Organizes and conducts sports clinics and annual summer sports camps. Manages gymnasium rentals and multi-program gymnasium schedule. Supervises the Director of Gymnastics and oversees gymnastics programming in partnership with the Director. Coordinates with the Communications Director to promote enrollment through community marketing efforts, coordination with local recreation departments and athletic clubs, and completion of program session books. Develops and monitors department and program budget to meet fiscal objectives. Uses YMCA membership software to create programming, implement and adjust fees, and allow for session registration. Creates a welcoming environment, supporting a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Hire, supervise, coach, and evaluate direct reports, ensuring they have the tools needed to accomplish their jobs, always aligning with our Y's mission, vision, and needs. Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve departmental and organizational goals. Reviews and evaluates staff performance. Ensure desk staff are advised of rentals, scheduling, and changes to scheduling or programming. Assure self-development through reading, research, and conference or training attendance. Act as a positive role model while demonstrating and following the four core values of Caring, Honesty, Responsibility, and Respect. Maintain a professional appearance and attitude at all times. Other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must be at least 21 years of age Experience developing, implementing and evaluating athletics and recreation programs Ability to teach/lead all ages Ability to train staff Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to obtain and maintain First Aid/CPR/AED certifications (required) Pass a background check - CORI, SORI and fingerprinting (required) Previous YMCA experience is a plus

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Frequently required to stand climb, kneel, reach, push, balance, crouch, stand, grasp, navigate stairs. Ability to talk, hear and see. Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds and move program equipment. Ability to work in outside weather conditions. Access to reliable transportation and a current driver's license.

Pay:

$50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have any staff supervisory experience?

Experience:

related: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person