Youth Sports Programs Coordinator

YMCA San Antonio; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA San Antonio is seeking a Sports Specialist to support program development and staff training at multiple branches in the San Antonio area. The role is generally on-site with responsibilities including equipment, rosters, schedules, and marketing support.

The position requires strong interpersonal skills, ability to work with children and parents, and adherence to YMCA policies. Certifications in safety and driving are required within defined timeframes.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Understand the basic principles of sports programs such as basketball, baseball, soccer, football, and volleyball.
• Demonstrate diplomatic interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to establish and maintain harmonious relationships by promoting caring, honesty, respect and responsibility with staff, YMCA members, and program participants.
• Ability to relate to children and parents.
• Must demonstrate courtesy and service to program participants and maintain a professional appearance.
• Follow YMCA policies and decision in a supportive manner
• Ability to intervene in conflict resolution.
• Serve as a Primary responder.
• A valid driver’s license is required as well as capacity to drive to various locations within the greater San Antonio metropolitan area.
• Certifications required within the first week of hire: Redwoods Bloodborne Pathogens, Defensive Driving, and Hazardous Communications.
• Certifications required within the first60 days of hire: YMCA approved basic life savingskills such as CPR, First Aid, AED, and Emergency Oxygen.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Distribute uniforms, coaches packets, and rosters to coaches.
• Assist with staff and coaches meeting (packets, sign in sheets, etc).
• Assist Sports Director with administrative management – rosters, game schedules, and practice locations
• Attend appropriate and required training classes offered by the YMCA of San Antonio.
• Assist the Director in distribution of marketing materials, sports campaigns on social media platforms, and other grass root marketing.
• Be a first line contact for player requests, roster changes, practice schedules, coach inquiries, etc.
• Update coaches and parents on status of requests.
• Promote the “YMCA Story” with all involved in the program.
• Maintain safe program areas, including indoor and outdoor areas, YMCA and non-YMCA facilities, and equipment.
• Accountable for the maintenance of sports equipment.
• Follow incident and accident reporting procedures and policies.
• Follow systems, practices, and training related to risk management and safety of participants and staff.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Job description

YMCA San Antonio is seeking a Sports Specialist to support program development and staff training at multiple branches in the San Antonio area. The role is generally on-site with responsibilities including equipment, rosters, schedules, and marketing support.

The position requires strong interpersonal skills, ability to work with children and parents, and adherence to YMCA policies. Certifications in safety and driving are required within defined timeframes.