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Family and Youth Sports Program Director Join to apply for the Family and Youth Sports Program Director role at YMCA of the USA Family and Youth Sports Program Director 5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Family and Youth Sports Program Director role at YMCA of the USA Job Description Position Summary: This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Family and Sports Program Director at Parkway Community YMCA will lead, develop, and launch activities that bring youth, caregivers, and families closer together, encourage good health, and foster connections through various activities and shared interests. Under the supervision of the Associate Branch Executive, the Youth and Family Director oversees the administration and operations of program areas such as youth sports, adult sports, Child Watch, Parents Night Out, teen activities, annual campaigns, and special events, ensuring a positive, safe, and enriching environment aligned with the YMCA's core values and mission. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Human Services / Health Sciences or related field. YMCA Team Leader certification preferred. Minimum 3 years’ experience working with youth and families. Two years of experience supervising and developing staff and volunteer teams. Understanding of child development and program development. Four years of sports coaching experience. Experience in operating sports leagues in a leadership role preferred. Passionate about community building and relationship development through programs. Experience creating, implementing, and evaluating Youth and Family Programming and events. Bilingual (Spanish/English) strongly preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook. Strong organizational skills, initiative, and ability to prioritize. Within 30 days of hire, completion of Child Abuse Prevention, Working with Program Volunteers, CPR, First Aid, AED, and Bloodborne Pathogens training. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups from all social and economic backgrounds. Physical Demands Ability to interact physically and verbally with members and staff. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. at times. Required Training/Certifications Child Abuse Prevention CPR/AED and First Aid certifications Work Environment Moderate noise level typical. Flexible schedule including daytime, evening, and weekend hours as needed. Essential Functions Ensure programs meet community needs, supervise existing activities, and establish new ones. Assist in marketing and distributing program information. Manage enrollments, program rosters, and evaluate effectiveness. Recruit, hire, train, and develop diverse staff and volunteers. Model relationship-building skills; develop internal and external collaborations. Develop and monitor program budgets. Secure facilities, create schedules, and oversee classes and events. Provide direct instruction for 10-15 hours weekly; ensure staffing coverage. Collaborate with other departments and develop new programs. Offer a variety of programs for children from birth to 13 years old. Support membership retention and annual campaign efforts. Build positive relationships with members, staff, and community partners. Promote YMCA mission and collaborate with community organizations. Develop off-site youth programs to reach underserved populations. Other duties as assigned, including evening, holiday, and weekend shifts. #J-18808-Ljbffr