Recreational Soccer Director at Young Men’s Christian Association of Greater Montgomery

The Recreational Sports Director is responsible for organizing and implementing all recreational youth and adult programs for the YMCA of Greater Montgomery Soccer Branch. The ideal candidate will be expected to recommend and execute strategies for player retention and recruitment as well as manage team formation game scheduling and recreational coach development. The incumbent will be required to spend extended hours traveling throughout the city to schools churches and youth groups to market our programs. The incumbent will also demonstrate leadership show enthusiasm work efficiently while paying attention to detail and display a positive and professional attitude at all times. The Director will be responsible for the overall member experience.In addition every position in the YMCA of Greater Montgomery is responsible for upholding the Christian principles that are central to our mission by modeling behaviors that exemplify the four pillars of character - caring honesty respect and responsibility.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Organize and implement all recreational youth and mini-soccer programs. (Including creating teams/rosters scheduling games ordering uniforms ordering awards securing coaches creating information sheets securing referees conducting coaches meeting Coaches training and other task required to have a successful recreational program).Create partnership/relationships with local schools churches and day care centers.Attend recreational games to evaluate the programs effectiveness.Volunteer to conduct clinics for local churches and other youth programs to market our recreational programs.Recruit hire train schedule and supervise all volunteer coaches and volunteers for all recreational soccer functions.Design and develop marketing materials for each program.Conduct end of season surveys for each program.Prepare and manage the annual budget for recreational soccer programs within approved budget guidelines.Carries out all association policies concerning management administration and accounting procedures.Communicates positively and effectively with all participants volunteers and staff including timely response to emails and phone calls and requests for information.Promote monitor evaluate and ensure that all programs run smoothly with a high level of service to participants.Effectively build relationships with members and participants.Create a welcoming environment for members and participants.Recruit hire train schedule and supervise all part-time staff at the facility.Assist the Vice President and DOC with AFC South program and major events being hosted by the Montgomery YMCA at the Emory Folmar YMCA Soccer Complex or Indoor Arena.Secure team sponsorships for recreational teams.Assist the Vice President in the Annual Campaign.Organize and implement all Adult Recreational programs.Other duties/task as assigned by the Vice President.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESResponsibilities include recruiting screening and training volunteers and staff; planning assigning and directing work; addressing complaints and resolving problems.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEBachelors degree (B. A.) from four-year College or University; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.CERTIFICATES LICENSES REGISTRATIONSCPR First Aid Blood borne pathogens required with 30 days of employment.YMCA Safety TrainingsBENEFITS INCLUDEYMCA Family MembershipProgram DiscountsComprehensive Benefits(Medical Dental Vision Long & Short Term Disability Life Insurance)12% EmployerFunded Retirement Plan (upon eligibility)Generous PTO8 Paid HolidaysTroy University Tuition Discount for Staff and DependentsProfessional Development Opportunities & trainingsThe YMCA of Greater Montgomery is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment is subject to a background check.Required Experience:Director Key Skills Fundraising,Management Experience,Coaching,Analysis Skills,Strategic Planning,Team Management,Budgeting,Leadership Experience,Mentoring,Public Speaking,negotiation,Supervising Experience Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1