Sports Coach II

Pay starting at $13.25 per hour and up based on experience.

Coach More Than a Sport—Build Confidence, Character, & Community!

We are looking for a motivated & energetic individual who has open availability.

POSITION SUMMARY: This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Under the direction of the Sports Leadership the Sports Coach II is responsible for providing a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals through monitoring youth sports activity, ensuring all rules are followed, and games are played fairly.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

- Provide a safe and welcoming environment to members, participants, and guests by monitoring the designated sports areas and ensuring all are following sports rules and policies.

- Foster strong sportsmanship behaviors to create a healthy experience for athletics and teamwork.

- Enforce member expectations which include but not limited to using appropriate language and actions towards others.

- Manage sports games in an organized and efficient manner to support safe play through appropriate gym set up, preservation of gym equipment, and accurately keeping score via scoreboard and stats.

- Ability to coach fundamentals, clinics, 1-on-1 trainings, small group trainings, and referee recreational leagues up to 5 th grade.

- Facilitate/lead sports discussion with coaches/captains before the game and huddles after the game.

- Evaluate equipment and report any need to fix or replace items used.

- Clean the general area of program space to ensure a great member experience.

- Attends and participates in other YMCA program activities, trainings, and staff meetings as assigned.

- Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations as outlined in emergency procedures.

- Assist in YMCA fundraising activities and special events as designated by the Branch Executive Director.

- Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Minimum age 16 required.

- Six months or more of related experience is required.

- Have a general understanding of sports and have a strong interest in working with individuals of all ages. Relevant knowledge and understanding of rules/game play of one or more sports.

- Certifications required within 30 days of hire: CPR/AED & First Aid, New Leader Orientation and online training required.

- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.

- Ability to relate and communicate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.

- Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents.

- Must have a passion for learning, working with youth/families, and sports in general.

- Desire and ability to work with people of all ages and backgrounds.

- Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekend, and holidays.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

The National YMCA Mission:

To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.
Caring : Demonstrates kindness and empathy in daily interactions. Welcomes all and builds positive relationships with members and teammates.
Honesty : Acts with integrity, keeps commitments, and communicates truthfully.
Respect : Treats others with dignity and listens with empathy. Welcomes all backgrounds and identities.
Responsibility : Follows through on tasks and takes ownership of behavior and results.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

- Visual, auditory, and verbal ability to communicate effectively.

- Must have a high level of alertness, concentration, and initiative.

- Ability to lift 50 lbs. and stand, walk, or sit for extended periods of time; occasionally stoop/bend.

- Maintain a neat and professional appearance at all times.

- Position may require bending, leaning, kneeling, and walking.

- Visual and auditory ability to respond to game situations and the physical ability to act swiftly in the event of an emergency.

- Must demonstrate initiative and sound judgment