POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of Senior Director of Youth Development and consistent with the Christian mission of the YMCA, the Recreation Program Coordinator will be responsible for assisting in the development, implementation, coordination and evaluation of all youth and adult recreational sports and gymnastics clinics, leagues and camps, and homeschool PE programming.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist with the implementation, development, and monitoring of all adult sports leagues, recreation programs, sports birthday parties, summer sports camps, and clinics.
• Administers policies and programs including: gymnastics instruction, placement testing and evaluations of students, program development of all class levels
• Monitor and maintain proper field and facility conditions and pre-game field and facility preparations.
• Promote character development in all programs. And lead through the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility and faith.
• Oversee the daily operation of the sports and gymnastics programs.
• Assist with the implementation of program marketing materials.
• Build a network of Program volunteers through effective recruitment, training and stewardship.
• Recruit, hire, train and supervise a highly skilled and trained team of servant leaders.
• Assist in securing sports sponsorship and participation in Community Outreach.
• Ensure safety and maintenance of facilities, grounds and equipment in assigned areas to minimize risk to members, participants and the Association. Report any areas of concern to the Senior Director- Youth Development.
• Provide leadership to the daily operation of summer sports camps.
• Carry out special projects as assigned.
• Assist with Play days in the Community.
• Foster partnerships with schools in the community to build programs.
• Complete Program setups.
• Utilize PlayerSpace and other software for sports program communication.
• Create and Maintain monthly gym schedule.
• In conjunction with the Senior Director of Youth Development, develop and manage the annual budget and practice sound fiscal management of assigned areas.
• Market and promote youth and adult sports programming along with teen programming
• Involvement with program and branch related special events, as assigned.
• Provide coverage for Manger on Duty shifts, as required.
  

YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

Mission Advancement : Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different 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.

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

Personal Growth : Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have a minimum of three years experience working with various types of youth and adult sports programs at the YMCA or a like organization. Experience in gymnastics instruction preferred.
• Must possess a 4 year degree in Physical Education, Recreation or equivalent experience.
• Enthusiastic personality who can develop harmonious relationships with staff, members, and volunteers.
• Must have proven successful experience in supervision.
• Ability to develop and monitor departmental budget.
• Must possess strong communication and interpersonal skills in order to present a professional image to parents, participants and the general public and the ability to develop harmonious relationships with staff members and community leaders.
• Must have an enthusiastic personality and be a positive role model for staff and participants.
• Must possess strong organizational skills and have the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Certification in Infant/Child CPR, Adult CPR/AED and First Aid required upon hire.
  

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Ability to work a 40-hour week with irregular work hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) for long periods of time.
• Exposure to heat, cold, and/or weather conditions while working outdoors.
• Ability to see and hear clearly 30 yards away.
• Must be able to lift and/or assist children up to 50 pounds in weight.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull and carry supplies weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to stand or sit while maintaining alertness for several hours at a time.
• Position may require bending, leaning, kneeling, and walking.
• Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate.
• Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency.
• Ability to view/enter data for long periods of time.
• Ability to work irregular work hours, including evenings and weekends on occasion.
• Fluent in English, written and verbal communication.