Sports & Enrichment Director

YMCA of the USA; Summit (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized medical, dental, and vision

Employer-paid life insurance and long‑

Paid time off

YMCA childcare discount

Free YMCA Family Membership

One free YMCA class per family member

Professional development opportunities

12% retirement plan contribution

Employee discounts

Job summary

Summit Area YMCA is seeking a Sports & Enrichment Director to lead engaging sports and enrichment programs for children, teens, and adults in Summit, NJ and at related branches.

You will recruit and coach staff, oversee Summer Sports Camp, and coordinate clinics, leagues, and classes while ensuring safety and high-quality experiences for participants.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of two years of experience leading sports, recreation, or youth programming.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification required or able to obtain within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, supervise, and evaluate youth and adult sports programs.
• Recruit, train, schedule, supervise, and support program staff with coaching and feedback.
• Oversee the Sports Camp program during the summer and participate on the camp leadership team.
• Organize sports clinics, leagues, classes, and enrichment activities; lead when needed.
• Coordinate schedules, facilities, equipment, officials, coaches, and logistics.
• Develop new programs to strengthen participation and participant experience.
• Manage program budgets, registrations, and other administrative duties.
• Build relationships with participants, families, partners, and community organizations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Staff development

Budget management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

• 12% employer retirement plan contribution upon eligibility

Turn your passion for sports into programs that build skills, confidence, and community!

Job Description

Do you love sports, youth development, and creating programs that bring people together? The Summit Area YMCA is looking for a Sports & Enrichment Director to lead engaging sports and enrichment experiences for children, teens, and adults. This role supports programming at both our Summit YMCA and Berkeley Heights YMCA branches, as well as at camp and other program sites.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who can build great programs, develop and support staff, and connect with participants and families. From youth sports leagues and enrichment classes to clinics and summer Sports Camp, you'll have the opportunity to shape programs that help participants learn new skills, build confidence, and have fun.

You Might Be The Right Fit If You

• Have experience leading sports, recreation, or youth programs.
• Enjoy working directly with children and can jump in to lead a sports class or activity when needed.
• Are comfortable supervising, coaching, and developing staff.
• Can balance the big picture of growing programs with the day-to-day details that keep them running smoothly.
• Bring strong organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Enjoy building relationships with families, staff, community partners, and participants.
• Are energetic, adaptable, and ready to be an active presence in programs.

What You'll Do

• Lead the planning, implementation, and evaluation of youth and adult sports and youth enrichment programs.
• Recruit, train, schedule, supervise, and support program staff, providing ongoing coaching and feedback.
• Oversee the YMCA's Sports Camp program during the summer and serve as a member of the summer camp leadership team.
• Organize and lead sports clinics, leagues, classes, enrichment activities, and other seasonal programming.
• Step in to instruct sports classes and activities as needed.
• Coordinate schedules, teams, facilities, equipment, officials, coaches, and other program logistics.
• Develop new programs and identify opportunities to strengthen participation and the overall participant experience.
• Manage program budgets, expenses, registrations, and other administrative responsibilities.
• Build positive relationships with participants, families, community organizations, and partners.
• Ensure programs meet YMCA expectations for safety, quality, service, and operational excellence.

Salary & Schedule

This is a full-time, exempt position with an annual salary range of $55,000-$62,000, based on experience and qualifications. The schedule is generally Monday through Friday; however, flexibility is required based on program needs. YMCA programming operates seven days a week, and evening or weekend hours may be required for classes, leagues, events, and seasonal programming. The schedule may vary throughout the year to support program operations.

Why You'll Love Working At The Y

At the Y, you’ll have the opportunity to turn your passion for sports and recreation into programs that bring people together, build confidence, and strengthen our community. We also believe our employees deserve meaningful support and benefits both at work and beyond.

Our Full-time Benefits Package Includes

• Subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, wellness, and holidays
• 50% discount on YMCA childcare programs, including Infant Care, Toddler Care, Preschool, Full-Day Kindergarten, Before & After School Care, and Summer Camp
• Free YMCA Family Membership
• One free YMCA class per family member each program session
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• 12% employer retirement plan contribution upon eligibility
• Employee discounts on YMCA programs and services

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Minimum of two years of experience leading sports, recreation, or youth programming.
• Experience instructing sports programs and the ability to lead classes and activities as needed.
• Experience working with diverse populations and developing community relationships.
• Minimum of one year of experience in budget management and staff and/or volunteer supervision.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated maturity and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification required, or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.

Essential Functions

• Plans, implements, supervises, and evaluates youth and adult sports programs.
• Plans, implements, supervises, and evaluates youth enrichment programs.
• Recruits, hires, trains, schedules, supervises, and supports program staff; provides ongoing coaching, feedback, and performance management to ensure effective program delivery and adherence to YMCA standards.
• Directs and supervises program activities to meet YMCA objectives, ensuring programs are safe, well-organized, and high quality.
• Plans, leads, and oversees the Sports Camp program during the summer season, including program operations, staffing, scheduling, activities, and overall program quality; serves as a member of the summer camp leadership team and collaborates with other camp leaders to support safe, high-quality camp operations.
• Organizes and conducts sports clinics and other sports and enrichment programming.
• Secures and schedules athletic fields and facilities. Transports and sets up equipment for games and practices; monitors and purchases necessary sporting equipment within budget.
• Creates teams from paid and financially assisted registrations. Organizes and conducts parent orientation meetings and training and meetings for coaches.
• Develops and distributes team practice and game schedules; trains and schedules sports officials; develops and distributes sports rules, guidelines, and handbooks.
• Purchases and distributes team uniforms and awards; coordinates and distributes team photographs. Organizes and hosts season parties and events.
• Manages the financial aspects of programs, including budget planning and monitoring, and manages administrative functions and daily operations to ensure programs comply with local, state, and YMCA policies.
• Compiles program statistics and monitors and evaluates program effectiveness and participation.
• Assists in the marketing and distribution of youth sports and enrichment program information; may organize and schedule program registrations and review and process program scholarship applications.
• Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations and assists with YMCA fundraising activities and special events.
• Responds to member and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
• Has an active role and accountability for Association Strategic Plan objectives.
• Attends all required staff meetings and trainings as necessary and assigned. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor and executive leadership.
• As an Ambassador for the Y, I communicate to members, volunteers, and the public that the Y is the nation's leading non-profit committed to strengthening the community through Youth Development, Healthy Living and Social Responsibility.
• As an Ambassador for the Y, communicates to members, volunteers, and the general public that opportunity and inclusion are core to the Summit Area YMCA mission. The SAY is open and inclusive of all people regardless of their ability, age, culture, ethnicity, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation and socio-economic background and we must all strive courageously against any discriminatory behavior.

Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies

• Innovation: Creates and implements new and relevant approaches and activities that improve and expand the Y’s work and impact in the community.
• Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y’s cause.
• Functional Expertise: Executes superior technical skills for the role.
• Developing Self & Others: Develops self and supports others, both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential.
• Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations.