Sports Director

YMCA of Collier County | Naples; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Collier County is seeking a Sports Director to lead athletic programs, oversee facilities, and coordinate games for youth and adults in Collier County. This role emphasizes safety, staff supervision, and program development across tennis, pickleball, and other sports.

The position requires a high school diploma, knowledge of sports rules, and the ability to manage equipment and scheduling while maintaining excellent customer service and community engagement. Onsite work is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of sports and league rules.
• Ability to relate to diverse groups in the community.
• Ability to life up to 50 lbs and run as needed.

Responsibilities

• Set up and inventory of sports equipment and facilities.
• Coordinate youth and adult games and schedules.
• Oversee sport camps, clinics, and tournaments.
• Hire staff and manage coaches and other staff.
• Ensure safety and maintain program quality and customer service.

Skills

Sports knowledge

Communication skills

Leadership

Event coordination

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Position Summary

The Sports Director position supports the work of the YMCA of Collier County, Inc., a leading not-for-profit organization committed to strengthening the communities in Collier County through its core focus areas of Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility. The position is responsible for the set up and inventory of sports equipment; preparation of fields and courts for sport activities; coordinating youth and adult games; and overseeing sport camps, clinics, and tournaments. This position assists in the development, implementation, and evaluation of all new youth and adult sport programs, including tennis and pickleball.

Essential Functions

• Serve as a role model to members and Y staff. Models relationship-building skills in all interactions. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with staff, parents/caregivers, and community organizations. Demonstrate professionalism in executing tasks.
• Ensure programs and services meet community needs; this includes supervising existing program activities, establishing new program activities, and expanding programs within the community as needed. Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information.
• Oversee the entire athletic department by supervising the facilities as well as hiring staff, managing coaches, and other staff members.
• Coordinate with coaches on game, practice and event schedules.
• Monitor activities and assist coaches and pros if needed with proper equipment.
• Provides extraordinary customer service; be responsive to coaches, pro's and participant's needs.
• Provide direct supervision to program participants and ensure a safe environment. Act swiftly to correct any hazardous situations.
• Set up and manage all youth and adult sport leagues.
• Officiate youth sport activities.
• Use teachable moments as often as possible during the course of a game.
• Assist with set up and take down of athletic equipment. Monitor the inventory of department equipment and ensure its effective and safe use.
• Reads and understands the rules that have been developed for the YMCA league. Enforces the rules using a whistle and verbal communication.
• Monitor gym, courts or fields during practices and report any negative behavior to proper channels.
• Begin each game with a prayer or devotion.
• Understand, implement, enter, assist with, and monitor the budget. Communicate variances and exercise necessary expense controls.
• Maintain a clean and safe work site; assist custodial staff as needed to ensure a clean and safe environment.
• Understand and follow all safety rules and regulations including knowledge of emergency procedures and location of emergency equipment.
• Prepare incident reports accurately, consistently, and in accordance with established timelines. Communicate in writing to the supervisor any accident and discipline situations which require corrective actions. Seek guidance from a supervisor in unusual circumstances.
• Participate in and solicit others to participate in necessary YMCA financial development efforts, including the Annual Campaign.
• Maintain certifications listed under Certificates and Other Requirements.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures of the YMCA of Collier County.
• Regular and timely adherence to respective schedule/meetings/trainings.

Requirements

• High school diploma, equivalent or enrolled school and working towards either.
• Must have knowledge of sports and rules regarding specific leagues.
• Must have initiative and ability to complete basic tasks with sports equipment and sports teams.
• Must present a professional image and be able to create harmonious relationships with staff, participants, parents, and coaches.
• Individual must demonstrate good communication skills.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Must be able to life up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to run in order to keep up with the pace of play.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and varying fitness equipment.
• This position works in a variety of environments which can include but are not limited to, office settings, gymnasiums, and outdoors.
• This position covers a varied work week as determined by the needs required to manage operation and events which may include working evenings, weekends, and additional hours to accommodate program and other activities.
• Onsite attendance is required for this position.

The YMCA of Collier County, Inc., a leading not-for-profit organization, is committed to strengthening the communities in Collier County through its core focus areas of Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility.

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.