Youth & Family Sports Coordinator: Lead Inclusive Programs

Greater Austin YMCA; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Greater Austin YMCA seeks a Youth and Family Coordinator to lead sports programs, ensure safety and inclusivity, and serve as the primary contact for participants, members, and families. You will guide programs, model the Y’s values, and help participants build skills, confidence, and teamwork within a welcoming environment.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, schedule coordination, event planning, and collaboration with the Program Director to deliver high-quality youth and family

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some college coursework in Physical Education, Recreation, or a related field preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated experience participating in or coaching youth or adult sports programs.
• Experience leading or supervising staff, volunteers, or peers is a plus.
• Strong understanding of basic sports rules, safety protocols, and program management.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service as the main contact for participants with questions about schedules, equipment, or minor issues.
• Assist the Program Director with preparing teams, creating schedules, planning clinics, and organizing activities.
• Supervise games and programs when the Program Director is unavailable, including handling conflicts, weather cancellations, or schedule changes.
• Schedule referees/officials for games, ensure games start on time, and be ready to referee if needed.
• Keep score during games and enforce basic rules about player eligibility.
• Administer first aid when needed and complete reports for any accidents or incidents.
• Set up and take down equipment and maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming facility.
• Attend staff meetings and assist with planning or other organizational tasks.
• Write short weekly program reports for the Program Director.
• Model excellent customer service by leading with empathy, listening actively, and fostering positive relationships with participants, families, members, staff, and guests.
• Lead by example the Y’s mission, vision, and values with program participants, members, staff and guests.
• Become an Ambassador of the Y’s work and culture by being the ultimate storyteller of who we are as an organization and brand.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Team player

Communication skills

Growth mindset

Staff supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college coursework in PE/ Recreation or related field (preferred)

Tools

CPR/AED Certification

First Aid Certification

Coaching certifications

Job description

Greater Austin YMCA seeks a Youth and Family Coordinator to lead sports programs, ensure safety and inclusivity, and serve as the primary contact for participants, members, and families. You will guide programs, model the Y’s values, and help participants build skills, confidence, and teamwork within a welcoming environment.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, schedule coordination, event planning, and collaboration with the Program Director to deliver high-quality youth and family