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Upward League Director

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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for sports ministry in the United States is $42,283.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39,000.00 and $45,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a sports ministry?

A Sports Ministry job involves using sports and physical activities as a platform for sharing faith, building community, and fostering personal growth. Professionals in this field work with churches, community organizations, or schools to organize sports events, mentorship programs, and outreach initiatives. Responsibilities may include coaching, event planning, and integrating spiritual teachings into athletic activities. The goal is to connect with people through sports while promoting values such as teamwork, discipline, and faith.

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A typical week in Sports Ministry involves planning and leading athletic programs, coordinating volunteers, organizing outreach events, and providing spiritual mentoring or guidance to participants. You may spend time developing lesson plans, overseeing practices or games, and collaborating with local churches, schools, or community organizations. Team meetings, facility management, and administrative tasks, such as scheduling and communication with parents, are also common responsibilities. The role often requires flexibility, including evenings or weekends, to best serve youth and adult groups in a supportive environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in sports ministry, and why are they important?

To thrive in Sports Ministry, you need a background in physical education, sports coaching, and a solid understanding of faith-based community engagement, often supported by relevant degrees or certifications in ministry and athletics. Experience with sports scheduling software, event planning tools, and first aid or coaching certifications is highly beneficial. Strong interpersonal communication, leadership, and motivational skills help build inclusive teams and foster positive relationships among participants. These skills are essential for effectively integrating sports with spiritual development and ensuring the safe, impactful operation of ministry programs.

What does a sports ministry do?

A sports ministry coordinates and promotes athletic activities within faith-based or community organizations, often focusing on youth development, character building, and community engagement. They may organize sports events, provide coaching, and integrate spiritual or moral teachings into sports programs, often requiring knowledge of sports management and leadership skills.
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Infographic showing various Sports Ministry job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 69% Full Time, and 31% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $42,283 per year, or $20.3 per hour.

Upward League Director

Sandia Presbyterian Church

Albuquerque, NM • On-site

$21 - $25/hr

Temporary

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Position: Upward League Director

Date: July 2026

Supervisor:  Business Administrator

Supervises:  Upward Assistants, Coaches, Referees, Volunteers

Time Line:  September through March.  Typically Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5 pm to 8 pm, and Saturdays, 8:30 am to 6:30 pm.

Pay Range: $21 – 25 per hour dependent on experience and End of Season Bonus - $600 (only if director stays entire season)

Position Type: Non-exempt, temporary position, approximately 20 hours per week from September through March. The work schedule requires flexibility to attend Upward practices and games on evenings and weekends.

Position Overview: The Upward League Director recruits, trains, and supports volunteers who use sports ministry to create ongoing opportunities for children and adults to see, hear, and respond to the gospel. This role serves and supports those carrying out the ministry, acts as its primary point of contact, and communicates with staff, volunteers, and the public as needed.

Coordinates with: Staff, Volunteers, and Parents

Position Requires:

·        A strong personal commitment to Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.

·        Flexibility and willingness to pivot between a wide range of tasks, including direct ministry, administrative, and support functions.

·        Creative and fun-loving, with the ability to engage children in activities and conversation. Experience working with, or an interest in working with, students in grades K–8.

·        Willingness to work as a team.

·        Strong organizational skills, reliability, and comfort using computers and technology for administrative tasks, including work in MyUpward.org.

·        Must pass criminal background check and reference check.

Responsibilities:

·        Organize and direct a viable Upward Basketball program under the Upward Sports guidelines.

·        Coordinate and facilitate devotionals for games and practices provided by Upward Sports.

·        Manage the Upward program within the budget approved by Session and in coordination with the Business Administrator.

·        Recruit, train, lead and direct a cadre of volunteers in the operation and support of Upward activities. This includes coaches, referees, devotional leaders, etc.

·        Communicate the mission and goals of Upward as a sports ministry, not a sports league.

·        Engage and communicate with parents and respond to their concerns as appropriate.

·        Lead Upward Evaluation process.

·        Conduct Coaches’ Meetings and communicate necessary information to coaches and parents as needed.

·        Coordinate and facilitate gamedays during the season.

·        Plan and facilitate an End of Season Celebration.

·        Organize, promote, set-up and take-down tables, chairs, etc., in support of Upward program.

·        Perform and/or direct Upward Assistants in minor housekeeping/custodial tasks necessary to maintain the FLC (Family Life Center), such as sweeping the gym floor after practices and games.

·        Supervise and maintain public areas during upward practices and games, such as lobby, restrooms and classrooms used as team rooms.

·        Acquire and maintain Upward equipment.  Maintain an appropriate inventory of Upward supplies and materials, re-supply as needed to ensure constant availability.

·        Create promotional materials for Upward that reflect and support its Christian ministry purpose. Obtain supervisor approval before posting or distributing any materials.

·        Perform administrative duties and tasks in support of Upward program with the Upward Assistants.

·        Meet and communicate with supervisor as scheduled.

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