What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Director of Sports & Community Programs position at YMCA of the USA?
The Associate Director of Sports & Community Programs serves as a key operational leader supporting the YMCA's youth sports leagues, community events, and seasonal operations. This position plays a significant role in coordinating the YMCA's winter basketball programs, leading signature community events, and overseeing seasonal concessions and admissions staff during summer aquatics operations.
This is a highly visible, hands-on leadership position requiring strong organizational skills, staff supervision, and the ability to manage multiple programs and priorities throughout the year while supporting the YMCA's mission and values.
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Requirements
This is a highly visible, hands-on leadership position requiring strong organizational skills, staff supervision, and the ability to manage multiple programs and priorities throughout the year while supporting the YMCA's mission and values.
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Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience in youth sports, recreation, camps, or related programs.
- Demonstrated ability to lead staff and volunteers.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Availability to work evenings, weekends, and special events as needed.
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Recreation, Sports Management, Education, or a related field.
- YMCA, nonprofit, or community recreation experience.
- Experience coordinating events or managing seasonal programs.
- CPR/AED/First Aid certification or ability to obtain. Physical & Schedule Requirements
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift or move equipment up to 50 lbs., with reasonable accommodation as applicable.
- Flexible schedule based on seasonal programs, including evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays.