Youth Basketball Programs Coordinator & Volunteer Lead

River Valley Regional YMCA; Jersey Shore (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

River Valley Regional YMCA seeks a Sports Coordinator to assist with day-to-day operations of youth and adult sports, with primary responsibility for the Youth Basketball League. You'll work with staff, volunteer coaches, officials, participants, and families to keep programs safe, welcoming, and aligned with YMCA standards.

On-site leadership for programs, scheduling, volunteer coordination, and program prep. Evening and weekend availability is required seasonally.

Qualifications

• Experience in sports, recreation, coaching or related programming.
• Knowledge of basketball and other sports programming preferred.
• Experience working with children, families, and volunteers preferred.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills; able to work independently and collaboratively.
• CPR, First Aid, AED, and Child Abuse Prevention trainings within 30 days of hire.
• Evening and weekend availability as required by programs.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates day-to-day operations of youth and adult sports programs with the Program & Wellness Director.
• Provides on-site leadership for programs, games, evaluations, and events per YMCA standards.
• Assists with planning rosters, practice and game schedules, officials, facilities, and equipment.
• Recruits, schedules, and supports volunteer coaches, officials, and program volunteers with required clearances.
• Acts as a point of contact for participants, families, coaches, officials, and volunteers.
• Coordinates program and game-day operations, including facility prep, volunteers, scoreboard needs, and fundraising activities.
• Works with the Director to evaluate, promote, and grow sports programming and related opportunities.
• Maintains positive relationships with participants, families, staff, and community members.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Job description

River Valley Regional YMCA seeks a Sports Coordinator to assist with day-to-day operations of youth and adult sports, with primary responsibility for the Youth Basketball League. You'll work with staff, volunteer coaches, officials, participants, and families to keep programs safe, welcoming, and aligned with YMCA standards.

On-site leadership for programs, scheduling, volunteer coordination, and program prep. Evening and weekend availability is required seasonally.