Youth Sports and Camp Coordinator

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Position Summary

The Youth Sports & Camp Coordinator, under the Director of Sports & Community Programs, oversees the development and execution of youth sports and camp programs at the Presidio YMCA. Responsibilities include managing Youth Basketball Leagues, sports clinics, and summer day camps while supervising staff and fostering a positive, nurturing environment. This role requires strong collaboration with youth, families, staff, and partners to promote healthy living through engaging physical activities. The coordinator must be adaptable, a positive role model, and ensure program safety. They align all activities with the YMCA’s core values of youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

Job Responsibilities

• Program Planning & Implementation
  • Develop and implement a goal-driven work plan and annual action plan with program activities and deadlines.
  • Plan and implement summer day camp programming, including structured activities, snack and lunch times, and enrichment opportunities.
  • Organize and lead after-school youth sports and camp programs.
  • Ensure program environments are welcoming, accessible, and inclusive.
  • Identify and remove barriers to participation.
• Staff Management & Training
  • Assist with hiring, supervising, and training youth sports and camp staff and volunteers.
  • Engage and support volunteers.
  • Coordinate staffing for programs and provide direct service as needed.
  • Provide ongoing training and support for program staff, including:
    • Holding regular staff meetings.
    • Developing and implementing training sessions.
    • Observing staff during activities.
    • Offering feedback and guidance.
    • Ensuring completion of required training.
    • Conducting annual performance evaluations.
• Community Engagement & Outreach
  • Recruit and retain youth participants through outreach efforts, including:
  • Creating and distributing promotional materials.
  • Building relationships with families and community leaders.
  • Collecting and organizing registration paperwork.
  • Maintaining participant records in the database.
  • Develop partnerships with schools, administrators, counselors, teachers, and community organizations.
• Youth Support & Safety
  • Monitor participants and provide behavioral support using proactive strategies.
  • Facilitate restorative practices and de-escalation techniques as needed.
  • Ensure equipment and supplies are available, safe, and appropriate for participants.
  • Maintain high standards of leadership, enthusiasm, creativity, and respect for participants, families, and staff.
• Administrative & Compliance Responsibilities
  • Complete administrative tasks related to program operations.
  • Communicate with parents and caregivers as needed, ensuring prompt responses to inquiries.
  • Address concerns or complaints and escalate issues to supervisors when necessary.
  • Ensure compliance with safety, supervision, risk management, and mandatory reporting policies.
  • Attend required staff meetings and professional development training.
  • Complete all mandatory safety training and certifications before the first shift.
  • Maintain professional conduct and work ethic.
• Health & Safety Protocols
  • Follow hygiene and sanitation guidelines, including frequent handwashing.
  • Adhere to YMCA safety policies and procedures.
• Leadership & Professional Growth
  • Demonstrate YMCA leadership values, including mission advancement, relationship-building, operational effectiveness, and staff development.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Minimum Qualifications

• 21 years or older
• High School Diploma
• 2+ year experience working with youth in an organized setting
• 1+ year previous supervision experience
• A commitment to providing young people with the highest-quality youth development experience
• Knowledgeable about youth development program design and planning, administration
• and evaluation, child abuse reporting laws, as well as knowledge and awareness of a wide variety of out of school activities.
• Must be a talented multi-tasker and an independent worker who is adept at working on a team, thrives in a start-up environment and maintains a flexible and positive attitude
• Experience working with elementary aged youth in sports and/or recreational settings
• Excellent organizational skills and multi-project/multi-task oriented, including experience scheduling and coordinating multiple fun and education-focused activities for youth.
• A team player with proven ability to work with people from a variety of different ethnic, socio-economic, educational, religious, sexual and generational backgrounds.
• Fingerprint background check clearance
• Current YMCA approved CPR and First Aid certification (can complete upon hire)

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of organized youth sports coaching experience
• 3+ years or more working with youth in an organized setting and 2+ years of proven staff development, supervision and training
• A commitment to providing young people with the highest quality youth development experience.
• Bilingual skills in Spanish, Cantonese, or Tagalog
• Experience with restorative practices and de-escalation strategies.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

The work environment for this role is active and dynamic, requiring both indoor and outdoor activities in various weather conditions. Staff must engage with youth in recreational, educational, and physical activities, which may involve prolonged standing, walking, running, bending, lifting, and carrying equipment up to 25 pounds. The role also requires strong visual and auditory awareness to ensure participant’s safety and effective supervision. Team members must be adaptable to a fast-paced setting, maintain a positive and energetic demeanor, and be prepared to handle occasional behavioral challenges using appropriate intervention strategies. Compliance with all safety protocols, including hygiene and risk management procedures, is essential.

Disclaimers

• Must successfully complete a background screening, including criminal and employment verification. Some positions may also require a credit check.
• All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions, subject to reasonable accommodation. The YMCA promotes an equal employment opportunity workplace, which includes reasonable accommodation for otherwise qualified disabled applicants and employees. Please contact your manager if you have any questions about this policy or these job duties.
• This job description may not be all-inclusive, and employees are expected to perform other duties as assigned by management. Job descriptions and duties may be modified by management as needed.
• Job offers are conditional and contingent upon background clearance. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and CA Fair Chance Act, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment.

Salary Description

The hourly rate for this position ranges from $22.10 to $26.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications, and is aligned with current salary benchmarking standards. Compensation is contingent upon grant fund approval and program budget availability.