Sports Team Lead

YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago; Palatine (IL); On-site; USD 26,174 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries reflecting skills and experience

403(b) plan with contributions

Continuous learning opportunities

Supportive work environment

Discounts on programs and events

Job summary

A community-focused organization is seeking a Sports Team Lead in Palatine, Illinois. This role involves supervising various youth and family programs, ensuring operational success and compliance with YMCA standards. Candidates should have an Associate’s Degree, relevant experience, and strong organizational skills. The position offers a salary of $19.00-$20.00 per hour, along with numerous employee benefits including a retirement plan and continuous learning opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of experience in a related role with supervisory duties.
• Strong organizational, budgetary, and communication skills.
• Ability to relate effectively to youth, parents, and program staff.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate operation of assigned program areas and evaluate programs.
• Assist in training new staff and scheduling activities.
• Ensure cleanliness and safety of facilities.
• Develop promotional materials and manage budgets.

Skills

Organizational skills

Budget management

Communication skills

Supervisory experience

Education

Associate’s Degree

Job description

The Sports Team Lead provides day-to-day direction and supervision of assigned program areas which may include youth programs, family programs, teen programs, sports, fitness, recreation, and/or others.

Salary range of $19.00-$20.00 per hour with opportunities to grow within the organization.

Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including:

Benefits

• Competitive salaries reflecting your skills and experience.
• 403(b) plan with company contributions for eligible employees after 2 years of service.
• Continuous learning opportunities through workshops and training programs.
• Supportive work environment valuing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Discounts on programs, employee assistance programs, and company-sponsored events.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the operation of assigned program areas. Evaluates programs.
• Assists in training new staff.
• Assists with scheduling staff to ensure coverage of all activities.
• Maintains cleanliness and safety of facilities and equipment.
• Develops promotional materials and distributes program information.
• Maintains YMCA standards and ensures compliance with requirements. Ensures accidents and incidents are reported.
• Develops special events and activities.
• Assists with developing and managing the budgets related to the program areas.

Minimum and Preferred Requirements

• Must have an Associate’s Degree with 1 to 3 years of experience and some supervisory experience.
• Experience in program development, fiscal management, and staff development preferred.
• Strong organizational, budgetary, computer, and written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and relate to youth, parents, and program staff.
• Previous supervisory experience a plus.

Child Abuse Prevention

• Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor.
• Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children.
• Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor.
• Completing all child abuse prevention training as required.