Youth and Sports Program Coordinator

Marion Family Ymca - Marion, OH

Full-time - Entry Level

Marion, OH

Social Assistance

About the position

The Youth and Sports Program Coordinator is responsible for developing, organizing, implementing, and expanding high-quality youth sports and family programming within the community. This role emphasizes building meaningful relationships with members, participants, volunteers, guests, and donors, while ensuring a safe and healthy environment for all activities. The position requires 35-40 hours of work per week.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and provides direct delivery in programs.
• Expands programs within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans.
• Directs and supervises program activities to meet community needs and fulfill YMCA objectives.
• Assures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and ensures safety procedures are followed.
• Models relationship-building in all interactions.
• Maintains all program equipment, including proper usage and storage of program materials.
• Assists with program activities as needed.
• Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations.
• Secures and schedules athletic fields and facilities, and transports and sets up equipment for games and practices.
• Monitors and purchases necessary sporting equipment as budget permits.
• Assists in the marketing and distribution of youth program information and organizes program registrations.
• Organizes and hosts season parties and events, including family nights and other events.
• Purchases and distributes team uniforms and awards, and coordinates team photographs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or its equivalent (BS/BA preferred).
• Two or more years of related experience preferred.
• Willingness to complete any necessary YMCA program-specific certifications.
• Reliable transportation.
• Excellent time-management and organizational skills.
• Ability to use typical business software and office equipment.
• At least 18 years of age.
• CPR and First Aid certifications required (may be obtained within 30 days of hire).
• Satisfactorily passed a background check.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in Recreation, Health & Physical Education, Sports Management, or a related field.
• Strong background in youth sports development.
• Ability to plan and market new programs.
• Experience in recruiting, training, and supervising volunteers.

Benefits

• Full-time position with a stable work schedule.
• Opportunity to work in a community-focused environment.