Sports Lead - Towson (Orokawa)

The Y in Central Maryland; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Y in Central Maryland is hiring a Sports Lead to manage adult and youth sports, supervise associates, develop programs, and maintain facilities. You will lead program delivery, ensure safety, and drive strong member engagement across center operations.

Responsibilities include staff onboarding, coordinating schedule and space, promoting leagues, and upholding the Y values and conduct policies while contributing to a positive, inclusive community environment.

Qualifications

• Experience developing and implementing programming.
• Two or more years of experience as a leader or coach.
• Flexible schedule: days, nights, weekends and travel to centers.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Current CPR/AED/First Aid certification (or within 30 days of hire).
• New staff orientation and child abuse prevention training.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to move, set up and store equipment.
• At least 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Lead adult and youth sports at center level.
• Focus on quality experiences and engagement within programs.
• Help onboard new associates.
• Foster a positive environment for families and peers.
• Coordinate facility usage with leadership and manager.
• Ensure programs are staffed and planned.
• Organize gym closet and inventory of equipment.
• Promote leagues and classes.
• Adhere to the Y core values and conduct policies.

Skills

Leadership experience

Program development

Computer skills

CPR/First Aid

Job description

Overwhelmingly, people who decide they want to be a part of the Y in Central Maryland tell us they do so because it reflects their values and a conscious decision, they’ve made about how they choose to live their lives. The happiest and most fulfilled Y associates are those who are motivated to help others and who want to be a part of something larger than themselves. If this speaks to your heart, then we invite you to join our team. Be a part of a charitable, mission-driven organization that works for individual and community well-being for all, for a better us.

At the Y in Central Maryland, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Enjoy flexible schedules, competitive pay, and generous paid time off, alongside medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as dependent care FSA. We offer a generous employer contribution to the Y retirement fund, and opportunities for career advancement. Our commitment to fostering a positive work environment means you'll have access to training and development programs that align with our mission to empower individuals and strengthen communities. Join us and bring your passion to a fulfilling career where you can truly make a difference!

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Sports Manager, the Sports Lead is responsible for providing Cause-Driven management and operations focused around adult and youth sports. This position will include associate supervision, program development, program area facility management/maintenance, program optimization and fulfillment. The Sports Lead is also responsible for supporting, training, supervising, and leading their associate team in superior levels of member service and engagement.

Essential Functions

• Lead adult and youth sports at center level
• Focus on quality experiences and engagement within programs, services, and activities
• Help support onboarding new Associates
• Foster an environment that is positive and motivating to families, children, and peers
• Communicate with center leadership and Sports Manager to effectively coordinate and communicate facility usage for assigned programs
• Ensure programs are staffed and planned accordingly
• Organize gym closet and keep inventory of sports equipment
• Print class rosters for Sports Instructors
• Promote leagues & classes
• Incorporate the four character values of the Y: Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility and adhere to the YCM Code of Conduct
• Communicate the Y mission and objectives to the community
• Attend and actively participate in all meetings as assigned
• Enforce all policies and procedures
• Assist in all other areas as assigned

Y Leadership Competencies

Advancing Our Mission & Cause - Provide visionary leadership to the organization and to ensure that all resources are mobilized to adapt to new challenges and needs in the community

Building Relationships - Connect people to the Y’s cause by developing inclusive relationships, partnerships and collaborations so that Ys can co-create solutions to pressing social needs

Leading Operations - Ensure relevance, effectiveness, and sustainability of the organization so that we can continue to fulfill our promise to the community

Developing & Inspiring People - Support the holistic development of self and others so that everyone can embrace the Y’s cause, sustain the Y’s culture, and inspire others to take individual and collective action to further our impact

Qualifications

The Sports Lead will meet the qualifications set forth by the Y in Central Maryland. The Associate shall be of good character and reputation; capable of carrying out assigned responsibilities; capable of accepting training and supervision; and capable of communicating effectively both orally and in writing as applicable to the job responsibility. Minimum qualifications include:

• Experience developing and implementing programming.
• Two or more years of experience as a leader or coach, or equivalent in programming.
• Flexible Schedule: days, nights, weekends and traveling to other centers.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Current CPR/AED/O2/First Aid certification (or within 30 days of hire).
• Y New Staff Orientation and child abuse prevention training.
• Knowledge of safety rules for the program area.
• Excellent speaking ability, and have an outgoing personality, enabling him/her to relate well to participants.
• Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with all associates.
• Ability to move, set up and store equipment.
• At least 21 years of age.

Working Conditions

• Stand in one area for extended periods of time.
• Stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Ascend and descend steps.
• Occasional outdoor activities.
• Lift and move up to 50lbs.

Accountability

Accountable for completion of assigned goals as measured by the number of people served, cause driven measures, service satisfaction scores, operating results, and supervisor evaluation of assigned duties.

An offer of employment is contingent upon receipt of satisfactory results to meet minimum requirements of the position. The requirements may include background check, drug test, driver’s license record, CPS, and/or criminal background check.

Additional driver’s license check, CPS, criminal background check, alcohol, and/or drug testing may be required to be processed in the future in order to meet and/or maintain the requirements of this position.

The Y in Central Maryland provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment. Moreover, the Y is firmly committed to celebrating and achieving diversity and inclusion in all we do. We strive to be an anti-racist organization and expect all associates to treat others with respect, kindness and dignity, at all times. Thank you for considering working for the Y in Central Maryland. If being a part of our cause feels right for you, we hope you will join us.

All Y associates agree to abide by The Code of Conduct with Youth that sets clear expectations for associates and volunteers to ensure a safe and respectful environment for young people. It emphasizes treating youth with respect and fairness, avoiding inappropriate physical or verbal interactions, and adhering to established standards of affection. The policy strictly prohibits any form of abuse, bullying, or harassment and mandates the reporting of suspected mistreatment. Additionally, associates and volunteers must complete training on child abuse prevention and comply with legal reporting requirements to safeguard youth.