Athletic Director

Boys & Girls Clubs of America; Dale City (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to youth development through engaging athletic programs. This role involves planning, directing, and supervising Club athletic activities while ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for all members. You will lead a team, develop partnerships, and enhance program visibility, making a significant impact on the lives of young people. If you have a passion for sports and youth engagement, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to foster skills and promote healthy lifestyles in a supportive community setting.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree or equivalent experience required.
• 5+ years in youth program supervision preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee athletic programs aligned with organizational goals.
• Evaluate programs to meet member needs and diversity.

Skills

Program Planning

Leadership

Athletic Training

CPR and First Aid

MS Office Competency

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Experience in Youth Development

Tools

MS Office

Job description

DEPARTMENT: Operations

REPORTS TO: Branch Director

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for planning, directing, supervising and evaluating Club athletic programs to line up with, correspond to and support Area/Branch strategy.

KEY ROLES: (Essential Job Responsibilities)

Plans and oversees the administration of designated Clubhouse athletic programs and activities:

Establishes Clubhouse program objectives consistent with organizational goals and mission.

Oversee and at times demonstrate the provision of day-to-day program activities in accordance with established standards, goals, safety, and health requirements

Helps develop external partnerships within the sports, fitness, and recreation core area

Ensures that members are encouraged to participate in a variety of program areas/activities and receive instruction and constructive feedback to develop skills in programs area(s).

Demonstrates leadership to assure conduct, safety and development of members.

Ensure the evaluation of Club programs on a continual basis and ensures programs/activities respond to member needs and address their gender and cultural diversity.

Control Clubhouse athletic program and activity expenditures within approved budget and manage inventory

Increase visibility of Club athletic programs via posting of daily schedule, announcements of upcoming sporting events.

Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:(Education, experience, skills required)

• Four year degree from an accredited college or university or education/experience equivalency.
• Minimum of five years’ work experience in a Boys and Girls Club or similar organization planning and supervising activities based on the developmental needs of young people, or equivalent experience.

• MS Office and web competency.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Training and experience in athletic activities (must be documented).
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications.
• Ability to supervise program assistants and make scheduling assignments.
• Ability to coordinate multi-faceted athletic program of teaching skills, setting up intramural and summer camp teams.
• Knowledge and skills in officiating team and individual sports and the ability to teach these skills to staff and members of all ages.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Ability to demonstrate athletic drills as it relates to various sports involving the children; ability to travel to various clubs; ability to lift at least 25 pounds; ability to move and demonstrate repetitive motion without assistance.

BGCGW STATEMENTS:

EEO

BGCGW is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

(Updated 2024)