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Job Description
Position Summary
The Gymnastics Director has full ownership and accountability for all aspects of the gymnastics program, including coaching & spotting, staffing, operations, administration, competitive team success and athlete development. This individual serves as the head coach of the competitive team, ensuring high-quality instruction and spotting, skill progression, and athlete retention, while also managing staff, operations, and parent communication. The Director is directly responsible for the success, growth, and overall management of the gymnastics program.
Key Responsibilities
Coaching & Athlete Development
Serve as a full-time coach for the competitive gymnastics team.
Safely and confidently spot high-level gymnastics skills.
Develop athletes through progressive skill building and individualized coaching.
Foster a positive, disciplined, and motivating training environment.
Focus on athlete retention and advancement through all levels of the program.
Program Leadership & Operations
Oversee all gymnastics programming, including classes and team practices.
Be present in the gym during all scheduled classes and team practices (includes evening hours & weekends)
Ensure programming meets YMCA standards for safety, quality, and participation.
Manage Monthly Session Setup, Including:
Creating and publishing online registrations
Printing and organizing attendance sheets
Monitoring enrollment and participation trends
Staff Management & Development
Hire, train, schedule, and supervise gymnastics coaches.
Conduct monthly staff meetings.
Provide Ongoing Professional Development For Staff, Including:
Teaching new drills
Demonstrating proper spotting techniques
Address performance concerns and foster a collaborative coaching environment.
Parent & Customer Relations
Serve as the primary point of contact for all parent communication.
Provide timely and professional responses to inquiries and concerns.
Address and resolve conflicts with parents and staff in a constructive manner.
Promote a positive experience for all families in the program.
Financial & Administrative Duties
Monitor program revenue and collections reports.
Follow up with families regarding outstanding balances.
Ensure accurate recordkeeping for attendance and registrations.
Work to maintain and grow program enrollment.
Meet & Competitive Team Management
Oversee All Aspects Of The Competitive Team Season, Including:
Attending the MAGA annual meeting
Registering athletes for competitions
Managing and submitting meet fees
Plan And Execute Home Meets, Including:
Securing judges
Coordinating parent volunteers
Managing logistics and operations
Coordinate Team Apparel, Including:
Leotards
Warm-ups (jackets, bags, etc.)
Qualifications
Previous experience coaching competitive gymnastics required.
Ability to safely spot high-level gymnastics skills.
Strong leadership and staff management experience.
Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills.
Organizational and administrative abilities, including program coordination.
Working knowledge of gymnastics meet structures and governing bodies.
Passion for youth development and the YMCA mission.
Work Environment & Expectations
Full-time, hands-on role requiring presence in the gym during all programming.
Evening and weekend hours required, especially during team season and meets.
Physically active role including spotting and standing for extended periods.
Why Join the Austin YMCA
Opportunity to lead and grow a thriving gymnastics program.
Impact youth development through sport, discipline, and mentorship.
Work within a community-focused organization dedicated to healthy living and youth engagement.
AAP/EEO Statement
The YMCA at the ACRC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment with regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the Y complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Benefits Include
Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
12% retirement contribution once fully vested
Paid vacation and sick time
Leadership and Professional Development Opportunities
YMCA program discounts
Free YMCA membership
2 Free Guest Passes
Qualifications
Education/Experience Requirements:
Physical/Mental Requirements:
Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fundraising.
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. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
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. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
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 affect relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.
Required Certifications
CPR/AED, First Aid, O2, and Listen First Workshop in accordance to Conditions of Employment.
Job Description
Position Summary
The Gymnastics Director has full ownership and accountability for all aspects of the gymnastics program, including coaching & spotting, staffing, operations, administration, competitive team success and athlete development. This individual serves as the head coach of the competitive team, ensuring high-quality instruction and spotting, skill progression, and athlete retention, while also managing staff, operations, and parent communication. The Director is directly responsible for the success, growth, and overall management of the gymnastics program.
Key Responsibilities
Coaching & Athlete Development
Serve as a full-time coach for the competitive gymnastics team.
Safely and confidently spot high-level gymnastics skills.
Develop athletes through progressive skill building and individualized coaching.
Foster a positive, disciplined, and motivating training environment.
Focus on athlete retention and advancement through all levels of the program.
Program Leadership & Operations
Oversee all gymnastics programming, including classes and team practices.
Be present in the gym during all scheduled classes and team practices (includes evening hours & weekends)
Ensure programming meets YMCA standards for safety, quality, and participation.
Manage Monthly Session Setup, Including:
Creating and publishing online registrations
Printing and organizing attendance sheets
Monitoring enrollment and participation trends
Staff Management & Development
Hire, train, schedule, and supervise gymnastics coaches.
Conduct monthly staff meetings.
Provide Ongoing Professional Development For Staff, Including:
Teaching new drills
Demonstrating proper spotting techniques
Address performance concerns and foster a collaborative coaching environment.
Parent & Customer Relations
Serve as the primary point of contact for all parent communication.
Provide timely and professional responses to inquiries and concerns.
Address and resolve conflicts with parents and staff in a constructive manner.
Promote a positive experience for all families in the program.
Financial & Administrative Duties
Monitor program revenue and collections reports.
Follow up with families regarding outstanding balances.
Ensure accurate recordkeeping for attendance and registrations.
Work to maintain and grow program enrollment.
Meet & Competitive Team Management
Oversee All Aspects Of The Competitive Team Season, Including:
Attending the MAGA annual meeting
Registering athletes for competitions
Managing and submitting meet fees
Plan And Execute Home Meets, Including:
Securing judges
Coordinating parent volunteers
Managing logistics and operations
Coordinate Team Apparel, Including:
Leotards
Warm-ups (jackets, bags, etc.)
Qualifications
Previous experience coaching competitive gymnastics required.
Ability to safely spot high-level gymnastics skills.
Strong leadership and staff management experience.
Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills.
Organizational and administrative abilities, including program coordination.
Working knowledge of gymnastics meet structures and governing bodies.
Passion for youth development and the YMCA mission.
Work Environment & Expectations
Full-time, hands-on role requiring presence in the gym during all programming.
Evening and weekend hours required, especially during team season and meets.
Physically active role including spotting and standing for extended periods.
Why Join the Austin YMCA
Opportunity to lead and grow a thriving gymnastics program.
Impact youth development through sport, discipline, and mentorship.
Work within a community-focused organization dedicated to healthy living and youth engagement.
AAP/EEO Statement
The YMCA at the ACRC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment with regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the Y complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Benefits Include
Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
12% retirement contribution once fully vested
Paid vacation and sick time
Leadership and Professional Development Opportunities
YMCA program discounts
Free YMCA membership
2 Free Guest Passes
Qualifications
Education/Experience Requirements:
- Minimum age of 21
- Bachelor’s degree in related field
- Relevant department experience in sport
- Previous experience supervising staff
- Commitment to the YMCA mission, vision and values
- Complete CPR/AED, First Aid, O2, and Listen First Workshop in accordance to Conditions of Employment
- Understand and abide by all policies and procedures as set forth by the association
- Work a schedule that reflects the needs of the branch, including evenings and weekends
Physical/Mental Requirements:
- Must be able to routinely perform the following physical activities as dictated by sport; run, jump climb, bend, stoop, kneel, twist, reach with hands, sit, stand, walk and perform moderate physical activity for extended periods of time, lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, have finger dexterity, grasp, perform repetitive motions, talk, hear and have visual acuity
- Must be able to lead and coach teams and individuals and have the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Must possess mental alertness, problem solving and task management skills; ability to make independent and sound decisions in a rapidly changing environment
- Must demonstrate a high level of maturity, patience, dependability, sound judgment and the desire to work with all ages
- Must exhibit initiative in the absence of supervision
- Must be able to relate to and work with diverse groups of people in a friendly and consistent manner
- Must work collaboratively as a team member as well as independently and lead by assigned goals, duties and deadlines
- Must present a neat and professional appearance at all times
Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fundraising.
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. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
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. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
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 affect relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.
Required Certifications
CPR/AED, First Aid, O2, and Listen First Workshop in accordance to Conditions of Employment.