POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Sports & Fitness Coordinator is responsible for the planning, implementation, and facilitation of all sports programming and sports leagues at their assigned Branch.
Under the direction of the Branch Director and the guidance of the Sports League Director, the Sports & Fitness Coordinator provides a broad range of high-quality, comprehensive, safe, and fun sports experiences for Club members.
The primary focus of this position is to utilize the organization’s mission, vision, and principles to set members up for success, and provide leadership and guidance to members as it relates to participation in sports programming and sports competition.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to sports program and sports league development, delivery, and assessment, program area safety and cleanliness, budgetary management, building and maintaining community relationships, volunteer supervision, and providing guidance to part-time staff as it pertains to program / league quality and safety.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Essential functions and responsibilities include, but are not limited to : Program Development & Implementation :
- Plans, develops, implements, and evaluates programs, services, and activities for the youth development program and sports leagues to ensure they are organized and well planned, meet stated objectives, align with member needs and interests, and in synch with BGCS’s Healthy Game Changers initiative.
- Oversees proper recordkeeping and reporting including registration, activities, events, breakdowns of participation figures, notable achievements, and incidents.
- Under the guidance of the Sports Leagues Director, oversees the league process and schedule to ensure that planning and coordination is done in advance of the season.
- Ensures that all proper protocols are followed in relation to volunteers.
- Develops strategies to increase visibility and promote Club league programs, services, and activities to the community.
- Ensures day-to-day tasks and responsibilities are managed for each sports program.
- Provides support on game days and practices in the absence of required volunteers or staff.
- Supports the Sports Leagues Director in the training of staff and volunteers to enhance coaching skills and reinforce behavior expectations for players and spectators.
- Establishes annual participation goals for each sport.
- Responsible for growth and oversight of the teams at their assigned Branch.
- Recruits, trains, supervises, and evaluates coaches, officials, scorekeepers, and other sports staff / volunteers.
- Creates a dynamic, positive work environment for part-time staff. Maintains close daily contact with indirect reports.
Provides coaching, training opportunities, redirection, and encouragement; helps develop skill set necessary for internal promotion.
- Develops and maintains excellent relationships and communication with parents / guardians, community leaders, professional athletic organizations, and higher education athletic personnel.
- Works collaboratively with athletic personnel and principals in local schools.
Health & Safety :
- Ensures program areas remain safe, clean, and organized.
- Implements and ensures adherence to Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale’s policies and procedures.
- Demonstrates sound judgement and decision-making. Acts quickly in emergency situations.
- Maintains Club equipment and property to ensure they stay in good working order.
- Uses positive guidance and discipline techniques to redirect member behavior issues.
- Utilizes active supervision techniques when working with Club members.
Additional Responsibilities :
- Supports and mirrors the culture, mission, values, and core beliefs of Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale.
- Promotes an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces diversity.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
Required :
- High school graduate or G.E.D. equivalent.
- Minimum 2 years’ work experience in youth development or related field.
- General understanding of alcohol / drug abuse prevention and volunteer service field.
- Ability to multitask and adapt to Club’s changing needs.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and cooperative working skills.
- Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Suite and be comfortable adapting to new technology.
- Ability to earn and maintain CPR and First Aide certifications.
- Maintains a valid driver’s license and meets eligibility requirements to drive Club vehicles.
- Flawless ethics and integrity.
- Safety oriented mindset.
Recommended :
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
- Direct youth programming experience.
- Experience working in a non-profit setting.