Sports Director

Lansing YMCA; McCook (NE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA in McCook, Nebraska seeks a Sports Director to develop, organize, and implement high-quality youth and adult sports leagues and recreation programs. You will cultivate partnerships with community organizations to enrich participant experiences and oversee the YMCA's new gymnasium project.

Lead program development, supervise staff, ensure safety and inclusion, and drive community engagement with hands-on management and strategic collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in sports or recreation related field or equivalent.
• 1–2 years related experience preferred.
• Background checks and YMCA certifications within 60 days of hire.
• Ability to communicate with diverse groups and lead others.

Responsibilities

• Develop, organize, and implement high-quality sports leagues and programs for youth and adults.
• Cultivate partnerships with community organizations to enhance participant experiences.
• Manage a brand new gymnasium as part of renovation and expansion.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Program management

Multi-tasking

Microsoft Office

Social media

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in sports or recreation related field or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Program software

Social media tools

Job description

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Sports Director develops, organizes, and implements high-quality sports leagues and programs for youth and adults. The Sports Director will be responsible for cultivating partnerships with community organizations that will benefit program participant experiences through collaboration. The Sports Director will manage a brand new gymnasium as part of the organization's recent $18 million renovation and expansion.

• Bachelor's Degree in sports or recreation related field or equivalent is preferred.
• One to two years related experience preferred.
• Fulfillment of state-specific hiring standards and completion of YMCA program specific certifications. Typical requirements within 60 days of hire include: completion of Background Check, Child Abuse Prevention, CPR, First Aid, and AED.
• Ability to communicate and relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Strong management and decision-making skills including the ability to influence, engage, and lead others to new levels of effectiveness and programmatic impact.
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple programs simultaneously.
• Self-motivated, results-driven, detail-oriented, and adaptable.
• Proficient computer skills with experience and knowledge of Microsoft Office, program software, and social media.