Sports and Camp Director - Full Time

About the role

The Sports and Camp Director oversees the planning, development, and delivery of youth sports, teen, and day camp programs that meet member and community needs. This role manages camp operations, ensuring a safe, clean, and welcoming environment; recruits, trains, and supports staff and volunteers; collaborates with other departments; builds partnerships with local schools and community organizations; and promotes programs to strengthen the YMCA's presence and impact throughout its service area.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver high‑quality sports, teen, and camp programs that meet community needs.
• Ensure quality program delivery and effective use of resources—including staff, volunteers, and equipment—within an established budget.
• Provide direct leadership to teach, coach, and lead programs and services as assigned.
• Monitor the gymnasium and enforce appropriate behavior in accordance with YMCA standards.
• Coordinate ordering of team shirts, supplies, and equipment; organize league program teams.
• Train all volunteers and staff on YMCA progressive skill development and program participation policies.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and develop staff and volunteers; prepare job descriptions, establish standards, and monitor program performance.
• Plan and conduct camp staff training at the start of camp and provide ongoing meetings and certifications.
• Create staff schedules, monitor timesheets, process payroll, and manage departmental budget for staff salaries.
• Develop partnerships with community organizations to raise awareness of YMCA programs; prospect agencies for sponsorship, financial support, or volunteer opportunities.
• Assist with special events and promote community participation in Healthy Kids Day.
• Coordinate and administer program registration, promotion, open houses, and communications; ensure clear information for participants.
• Maintain awareness of DHS regulatory standards regarding licensing, staff/child ratios, and program delivery.
• Apply knowledge of YMCA camp procedures and policies; document daily/weekly rosters, registration status, statistics, newsletters, and third‑party payments.
• Conduct daily evaluations of equipment and facilities; follow up on safety and cleanliness issues.
• Oversee YMCA camp audit and ensure compliance with ACA accreditation standards.
• Collaborate with other leaders to schedule and run activities in the gym, pool, and other spaces.
• Develop positive relationships with parents and families of program participants.
• Maintain a safe facility by inspecting first‑aid kits, reviewing incident reporting, and training staff for emergencies.
• Supervise and manage all camp participants during facility use, transport, and field trips in accordance with YMCA policies.
• Develop departmental budgets, monitor statements, prepare variance reports, and achieve budgetary objectives.
• Participate on quality teams relevant to program areas and serve as a member of the branch management team.
• Support the Annual Support Campaign and other development activities; lead events as required.
• Attend staff meetings, trainings, and weekly core‑staff meetings to communicate successes, address shortcomings, and plan improvements.
• Administer appropriate budget lines while remaining sensitive to budgetary constraints.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Recreation, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience working with youth and 3+ years of camp experience.
• Experience in staff supervision, committee work, and providing leadership to groups.
• Proven success in developing and managing camp programs.
• Proficiency with PC operations, spreadsheets, word processing, and related software.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to recruit and motivate staff.

Benefits

• Free YMCA membership – access to all branches.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Discounts on child care and summer camp programs.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Generous paid time off plus seven paid holidays each year.
• Supplemental insurance benefits.
• Opportunities to learn about retirement planning through the Y.

What you can expect

• Support from an amazing team.
• Opportunities to learn and grow.
• Being part of a non‑profit organization dedicated to strengthening the community.