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BLOOMINGTON-NORMAL YMCA POSITION DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Sports Coordinator Job Status: Part-Time, Grade 6

Base Pay Rate: $19.45-$24.06 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Director of Sports Revision Date: 07/09/2026

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Director of Sports, the Sports Coordinator is responsible for assisting with the implementation of high-quality sports programs designed to meet the needs of the community. The Sports Coordinator supports the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility while achieving program satisfaction, involvement, engagement, and participation. This position reports to the Director of Sports.

YMCA MISSION AND CORE VALUES:

The mission of the YMCA is to put Christian principles into practice through programs, services, and relationships that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. The Core Values of the YMCA are Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility. At the Bloomington-Normal YMCA, we are a team of employees dedicated to advancing the mission and values of the YMCA through service and support of all members in our unique community.

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.

REQUIRED YMCA COMPETENCIES:

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y's values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fundraising.
Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
Relationships: Builds authentic relationships in the service of enhancing individual and team performance to support the Y’s work.
Communication: Listens and expresses self effectively and in a manner that reflects a true understanding of the needs of the audience.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Provide supervision to onsite and offsite sports programs including but not limited to supervising evening sports league practices and refereeing weekend sports league games as needed.
2. Instruct preschool, school-age, and teen sports classes and clinics.
3. Play a supporting role in implementing new programs to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives.
4. Build out team rosters and identify volunteer coaches for upcoming sports seasons.
5. Maintain the cleanliness of the gym, sports closet, and equipment.
6. Maintain inventory of sports equipment.
7. Assist in launching sports seasons and all supporting roles that are needed throughout the season.
8. Communicate with participants all necessary information about the upcoming leagues and programs.
9. Oversee adult sports leagues.
10. Oversee day-to-day duties of the gym attendants
11. Other duties as assigned.

NECESSARY SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree or obtaining a degree in a related field.
• Related experience running sports or recreational leagues.
• Related experience in overall organizing of sports leagues, tournaments, and gym scheduling.
• Knowledge of different sports.

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and basic computer skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• CPR/AED certified or willingness to obtain certification within the first 30 days of employment.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Bloomington-Normal YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION AND REQUIRED TRAININGS & CERTIFICATIONS

The Bloomington-Normal YMCA adheres to the strictest regulations pertaining to Child Abuse Prevention and requires all staff and volunteers to complete Child Abuse Prevention Training at time of hire and on an annual basis. Other required trainings and certifications, provided by the YMCA during on-boarding or within the first 60 days of employment, include: Illinois Mandated Reporter Certification, Illinois Sexual Harassment and Discrimination Training, CPR/AED/First Aid certification, and OSHA training including Bloodborne Pathogens.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Bloomington-Normal YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

For a full listing of employee benefits, please visit: www.bnymca.org/workatthey