Sports Director

Westerly, RI

Find your passion at the YMCA!

The Ocean Community YMCA, with locations in RI and CT, now has an opportunity for an experienced Sports Director at our Westerly-Pawcatuck Branch.

This is a full-time, 40 hour per week, exempt, salaried position.

As the Sports Director, you will:

  • Oversee and coordinate instructional and competitive sports programs
  • Administer, oversee, and/or instruct youth and adult sports programs
  • Securing facility rentals with outside organizations
  • Recruit, hire, and supervise staff and volunteers in sports programs including gymnastics, pickleball, and basketball.
  • Organize program schedules
  • Develop and manage program budgets
  • Assist with marketing of programs and distribution of program materials.
  • Managing payroll for support staff
  • Assist with planning special events including sponsorships and collaborations.

Qualifications include:

  • Bachelor’s degree (preferred) in Physical Education, Exercise Science, Sports & Leisure Management, Recreation or related field.
  • 3-5 years’ experience in youth sports, coaching or programming
  • Supervisory experience including recruiting, hiring, and training
  • CPR/AED/FA/Emergency O2 Administration Certification required-American Red Crossor equivalent-YMCA will train.

Apply online or in-person today at our Welcome Center located at 95 High Street, Westerly, RI  02891