Summary
Location
Silver Spring
Salary
$48k - $50k
Type
full-time
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About this role
Youth Sports Director – YMCA Silver Spring
Advance your career and make a difference by joining the YMCA of Metropolitan Washington! The Y is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Y believes that sports are more than just games – they’re opportunities to build character, teamwork, and lifelong friendships! Our mission is to inspire youth to reach their full potential through fun and engaging sports programs. If you're passionate about making a difference and love the idea of turning every game into a memorable experience, we want you on our team!
As our Youth Sports Director, you’ll be the MVP leading the charge in creating an amazing sports environment for children aged 3 and up. Your role will be all about fun, growth, and ensuring that every young athlete feels like a champion. Here’s how you’ll make the magic happen:
Exciting Responsibilities You'll Have as the Youth Sports Director:
Design & Deliver Awesome Programs:
- Create exciting sports programs for kids of all skill levels – from the energetic 3-year-olds to the budding stars in their teens.
- Plan and schedule a variety of sports activities, including soccer, basketball, gymnastics, and more.
Lead & Inspire:
- Recruit, train, and cheer on our team of coaches and volunteers, ensuring they bring enthusiasm and expertise to every session.
- Be a role model and mentor, encouraging kids to have fun, stay active, and develop their skills.
Be the Community Connector:
- Engage with parents, participants, and community members, keeping everyone informed and excited about our sports offerings.
- Promote our programs through fun events, social media, and community outreach.
Champion Safety & Excellence:
- Ensure all activities are safe, inclusive, and align with YMCA values.
- Maintain organized records, manage program budgets, and always look for ways to improve our sports programs.
Grow & Innovate:
- Keep up with the latest in youth sports trends and bring fresh ideas to our programs.
- Seek out new opportunities for partnerships and sponsorships to enhance our offerings.
Qualifications and Skills:
We seek a leader with values that align with the Y’s mission:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management, Education, or a related field OR 4 plus years of experience in youth sports or program management.
- Knowledge of youth sports issues, instruction practice, program creation and facilitation, and community outreach.
- A natural leader with fantastic communication and organizational skills.
- Someone who’s energetic, creative, and ready to bring the fun every day.
- CPR and First Aid certification (or willing to obtain).
- Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
Benefits of being a Y Leader:
The YMCA offers a supportive and dynamic work environment that encourages personal and professional growth. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community while enjoying a range of benefits designed to support your overall well-being. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy as an employee:
- Competitive Compensation: Salary range of $48,000 to $50,000 reflects your skill and experience.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive plans to ensure you and your family can receive the care you need.
- Wellness Programs: Y membership for you and your family to support your physical and mental health.
- Retirement Plans to Secure your Financial Future: The Y will contribute 10% of your salary into the Y’s retirement savings plan. You also have the option to make additional contributions to the Y’s 403(b) and ROTH plans.
- Work-Life Balance: Generous vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
- Flexible Work Arrangements: Opportunities for flexible scheduling.
- Training and Development: Access to professional development programs, workshops, and certifications.
Engaging Work: Meaningful work that makes a positive impact on the community.
Other facts
About YMCA of Metropolitan Washington
We know that lasting personal and social change comes about when we all work together. That’s why, at the Y, strengthening community is our cause. Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.
OUR IMPACT
The YMCA is one of the largest social service agencies serving Washington D.C., suburban Maryland and northern Virginia. Every year, we provide opportunities in wellness, aquatics, youth sports, summer camp, child care, and more for over 250,000 people through our 17 branches and program centers.
Our utmost goal is to make the Y and all we offer accessible and available to the entire community. With the help of our generous donors, community partners and members, we were able to provide $2,662,507 in scholarships and subsidies to more than 12,400 children, adults and families in 2014.
Over 3,140 volunteers gave 161,572 hours of their time and talent in 2014 to help the YMCA fulfill its mission. From dedicated board members to talented program volunteers, these caring friends and neighbors help the YMCA serve more individuals and impact more communities every year.
With a mission to build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all, our impact is felt when an individual makes a healthy choice, when a mentor inspires a child and when a community comes together for the common good.
What you'll do
- The Youth Sports Director will design and deliver engaging sports programs for children, ensuring a fun and safe environment. They will also lead and inspire a team of coaches and volunteers while connecting with the community to promote sports offerings.
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