Sports, Fitness, Play Director

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Since 1891, Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco (BGCSF) has provided high-quality, community-based youth development services to youth in San Francisco. Our mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those from disadvantaged circumstances, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens. We impact the lives of Club members, primarily ages 6 to 18, by focusing on academic success, healthy lifestyles, good character, community engagement, and job readiness with earning potential. We are nationally recognized for the high-quality of our programs and comprehensive approach to serving youth. Whether you’re joining our administrative team, a Clubhouse team, a school-based team, or our Camp Mendocino team, you’ll be surrounded by enthusiastic, talented, and passionate colleagues who wake up every day ready to inspire young people to reach their full potential.

Position Purpose

The Sports, Fitness & Play Director is responsible for role-modeling and promoting healthy behaviors throughout the Clubhouse. The Director is responsible for all health and physical education activities and is directly responsible to the Clubhouse Assistant Director. The Director shall plan, organize, direct, and control the Fitness & Health program within the policies and grant requirements of the organization. The Director will facilitate health education groups on various health-related topics.

Under the direct supervision of the Clubhouse Director/Assistant Clubhouse Director, the Sports, Fitness & Play Director’s primary role is to provide daily sports fitness and recreation programming, and provide leadership in designated areas throughout the Clubhouse, all while primarily focusing on main duties and responsibilities.

This position is a Non-Exempt, Full Time position (30+ hours weekly) and is benefits eligible

Key Responsibilities

Day to Day Duties – 50%

• Prepare daily statistical reports to the Clubhouse Director.
• Attend all meetings, conferences, and training as required.
• Assist with any fundraising projects conducted by the Club and assist with all Club-wide special events.
• Requisition supplies and equipment for the department.
• Community outreach.
• Bring in guest speakers from the health & wellness field to speak to members about health topics and careers.
• Collaborate with existing sports leagues and schedule necessary gym time.
• Plan and organize department programs, subject to the approval of the Clubhouse Director.
• Direct and supervise department activities and all part-time staff and/or volunteers assigned.
• Transport Club members in Club vehicles or on public transportation as needed.
• At all times maintain a professional appearance and manner reflective of the high standards of Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco.
• Any other duties the Clubhouse Director might deem necessary to the best interest of the Club and the overall organization.

Leadership – 50%

• Role-model and promote healthy behaviors throughout the Clubhouse.
• Resource/coaching of staff.
• Promote and stimulate membership in the department ensuring that every Club member participates in some physical activity, including girl-specific programming.
• Offer age appropriate seasonal leagues, tournaments, and skill development activities to all Club members.
• Attend training and facilitate health education groups as scheduled.
• Responsible for the maintenance and operation of all outside play areas, the gymnasium and locker room facilities with a special emphasis on safety and sanitation conditions for Club members.
• Provide leadership and guidance to Club members concerning health and first aid.
• Unique program design, in house or neighborhood league implementation, flyers, data checks etc.
• Exercise authority in problems relating to the department.

Required Skills

• Ability to develop and implement organized athletic programs and services, including innovative fitness programs for girls.
• Passion/personal interest in health.
• Experience facilitating health education groups and planning programs.
• Experience working with youth in an athletic program.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated organizational skills.
• Red Cross first aid/CPR certification (within 90 days of employment).

Preferred Skills

• Coursework or knowledge about health issues, such as nutrition, substance use, behavioral health, sexual health, etc.
• Experience teaching sports, hip hop dance, capoeria, martial arts, gardening, etc.
• Equipment and property accountability skills.
• Record keeping skills.
• BA/BS degree from an accredited college or university or related work experience.
• Class B license for operation of motor vehicles in order to transport youth members.
• Language skills: Spanish and English

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift 25 lbs.
• Must be able to stand for at least 2 hours consecutively.
• Must be able to sit at a computer workstation for long periods of time.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Benefits + Employer Contributions
• 401K + Discretionary 7% Employer Contribution After One Year of Service
• Employee Assistance Program: In-Person Counseling + 24/7 Confidential Mental Health Support
• Education Assistance
• Pre-tax Transportation Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays
• Life + Disability Insurance
• Mandatory summer + winter Weeklong Organization-wide Closures
• Professional Development Opportunities

Pay

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and BGCSF needs. At BGCSF, our decisions are based on other factors and dependent on circumstances for each position. Depending on the need and requirement of the position, an individual could be hired at or near the entry level, mid - level or top of the range for their role and compensation. As such, a reasonable estimate of the current range is $24-27 per hour.

Disclaimer

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. The organization has the discretion to relocate/reassign a person, as needed.