The YMCA of the Pikes Peak region is looking for a responsible and organized individual to join our team as the Association Director of Sports.

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening the community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Association Director of Sports will d evelop, organize and implement high-quality YMCA sports programs to enhance the YMCA member and program participant experience. The Association Director of Sports will promote long-term involvement through a variety of exceptional programs and services that results in nurturing the potential in children (youth development), supporting members in their wellness journey (healthy living), and driving advocacy and community awareness (social responsibility).

ASSOCIATION DIRECTOR OF SPORTS REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in human services, social services, recreation, business, or equivalent.
• Three or more years of program management experience, preferably in a YMCA or other not-for-profit agency.
• Ability to direct programs through supervision of volunteers and staff, development and monitoring of budgets, marketing, and public relations, program development, and fund-raising.
• Prefer knowledge of and previous experience with diverse populations.
• Ability to establish and maintain collaborations with community organizations.
• YMCA Team Leader or Multi-team/Branch Leader certification preferred.
  

ASSOCIATION DIRECTOR OF SPORTS RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversight of all aspects of Youth and Adult Sports for the YMCA.
• Establishes new and expands current programs to meet the needs of the community and the goals and objectives of youth and adult sports programs in accordance with the strategic and operational plans of the YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region.
• Participates in a collaborative effort as a member of the Program Operations Team to determine goals, strategies, and program innovation and improvements for the association.
• Hires, supervises, and develops sports directors across the association.
• Recruits, trains, develops, evaluates, schedules, and directly supervises sports directors and other department staff and volunteers as needed across the association.
• Develops, manages, and controls budget to ensure the program operates within budget.
• Develop relationships and represent the association and maintain relationships in a professional manner with school districts and other organizations and agencies related to assigned programs.
• Ensures compliance with state and local regulations as they relate to program areas.
• Ensures that YMCA program standards are met, and safety procedures followed.
• Provides for the upkeep of assigned program facilities and equipment and ensures the physical environment supports healthy living.
• Provides leadership for annual support campaigns and committees as assigned.
• Ensures processes and policies are in place to maintain proper records/department files.
• Coordinates special events and activities.
• Works closely with the marketing department to ensure all marketing deadlines are met and initiatives are successful. Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information.
• Develop/Implement systems/measurements that gauge program impact, satisfaction, quality trends, financial stability, and growth potential.
• Facilitates relationships and schedules regular communication with YMCA branch leadership to discuss space usage, understand branch expectations, and communicate program needs for a successful program.
• Identify strategic collaborative partnerships that congruently align with the YMCA’s strategic priorities as needed.
  

FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• Free Family Membership
• Program discounts:
  • 50% off – Personal Training, Private Swim Lessons, Resident Camp
  • 100% off – Before & After School Care, Day Camp, Swim Lessons, Sports, Enrichment, and Ignite/Small Group training
• Generous retirement benefits - 12% after eligibility is met
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal Days
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Life Insurance
  

Child Abuse Prevention:

Support the YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region’s commitment to child abuse prevention by:

• 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

The YMCA has zero tolerance for abuse. We will report all suspected and/or allegations of abuse to the state and federal law.

Our Culture:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

The YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

The YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region is a Drug and Alcohol-Free work environment

Reasonable accommodations may be made to empower a qualified candidate with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities, and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.

We are accepting applications for the Association Director of Sports position through Wednesday, September 21st.