Assistant Director - Sports Programs

Description

The Assistant Director – Sports Programs serves as a member of the Westfield Area YMCA professional staff team and therefore should maintain the qualifications for professional status as listed in the personnel policy. The Assistant Director – Sports Programs is responsible for assisting in the administration, supervision and operation of the Sports Department. The Assistant Director – Sports Programs will promote the YMCA, have a people-oriented approach to service delivery and shall always demonstrate and maintain an enthusiastic and positive attitude about their role. The Assistant Director – Sports Programs must also demonstrate a commitment to the YMCA’s four Core Values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility. The Assistant Director – Sports Programs must exemplify that member service is as an equal a part of any position in the “Y” as the technical aspects of each position. 

Benefits:

Eligible Employees who meet the requirements are entitled to the following benefits:

· Comprehensive group health insurance (medical, dental, vision and Rx)

· Paid time off and paid sick leave

· 403b Retirement Savings Account

· Professional development opportunities

· Employee referral bonus program

· Complimentary YMCA family membership

· Discounts on designated child care programs

· Discounts with other organizations for just being a Y Employee and MORE!

Mission:

The Westfield Area YMCA is a nonprofit human service organization dedicated to developing the full potential of every individual and family in the communities it serves through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

The YMCA is a great place to work and to be a part of the community!  For more information, please visit our website: https://westfieldynj.org/

Requirements

 As a condition of employment, the incumbent must possess, maintain and renew Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers and Professional Rescuers (CPR & AED), Basic First Aid or equivalent and obtain and maintain Emergency Oxygen Administration within 30 days of hire. The Assistant Director – Sports Programs should have a minimum of an associate’s degree preferably in Physical Education, Sports Management or its equivalent in academic preparation and/or at least 3 years’ experience within the Sports/Wellness field. The Assistant Director – Sports Programs must be able to assist in the training, directing and supervision of sports staff regarding various fitness activities, sports equipment management and its theories. The person in this position must have the knowledge required for the management of facilities, equipment, resources, programs, training, risk management, quality assurance, staff and schedules for the sports unit. The Assistant Director – Sports Programs must be able to conduct rigorous sports classes and lift weight equipment. Creativity, initiative, flexibility and strong communication skills are also essential. 

The Assistant Director – Sports Programs will supervise the development and delivery of quality youth, teen and adult sport programs. They are responsible for supporting the development, planning, implementation and delivery of the new and existing programs including basketball leagues, t-ball leagues, offsite afterschool programs and sports camps/clinics, all while demonstrating good judgement.

They will also coach sports classes and supervise all programs assigned by the Sports Director. This also includes arriving early for programs to allow time for set up, taking attendance for sports programs and recording them in the Amilia software system.

The Assistant Director – Sports Programs will be responsible for assisting in the hiring, supervision and training of all department staff including Dance, Tae Kwon Do, and Chess. In addition, the Assistant Director – Sports Programs will assist with the supervision and administration of all sports class/league programs and work with key sports staff to enhance and expand league programming and enrollment. Oversee the gym scheduling calendar, coordinating times for members and program usage. The Assistant Director – Sports Programs must be proactive in looking to grow and enhance programs.

The Assistant Director – Sports Programs will oversee the summer sports camp in facets including the staffing, program content, and delivery of services.

The Assistant Director – Sports Programs will be responsible for delivering sports services and assisting as needed in fitness areas, overall exercise equipment, and facility maintenance and cleanliness. Guide members on the proper usage and function of exercise equipment. Assist as needed with the Devilfish Swim Team Dryland Conditioning Program, Flyers Track Program, Teen nights and family events when needed.

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. Must be able to lift at least 100 lbs.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; reach with hands or arms; meet strength and lifting requirements; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus in the zone of responsibility. Employee must remain alert with no lapses of consciousness.