November 7, 2024

YMCA

Irmo

Sports Director

The YMCA of Columbia, SC is searching for a dynamic, mission-driven leader to serve as Sports Director for the Northwest Family Branch.

Job Description

The Sports Director provides leadership as a subject matter expert and oversees sports-related programming to meet specific association objectives. The incumbent is responsible for developing, organizing, delivering, and administering sports leagues, recreation programs and activities targeted toward youth, teen and adults in assigned service areas.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent.

One to two years related experience preferred, including staff supervision.

Must have basic computer skills.

Must complete the following trainings within 30 days of hire: Child Abuse Prevention, Bloodborne Pathogens and Sexual Harassment.

Must complete CPR/First Aid/AED/Oxygen certification within 60 days of hire.

Must have the ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic
segments of the community.

Must understand the YMCA as a public accommodation committed to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Must be available to work hours as needed, including weekends and evenings. Work hours may vary according to the program needs.

Essential Functions

Directs and supervises program activities to meet YMCA objectives. Expands sports programs within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans.

Secures and schedules athletic fields and facilities. Transports and sets up equipment for games and practices; monitors and purchases necessary sporting equipment as budget permits. Maintains fields/gyms owned by YMCA.

Creates teams from paid and financially assisted registrations. Organizes and conducts orientation meetings, and training and meetings for coaches.

Develops and distributes team practice and game schedules; trains and schedules sports officials and supervisors; develops and distributes sports rules, guidelines, and handbooks.

Purchases and distributes team uniforms and awards; coordinates and distributes
team photographs.

Organizes and conducts sports clinics and summer sports camps.

Assists in the marketing and distribution of sports program information, may organize and schedule program registrations. May review and process program scholarship applications.