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About the Role

The YMCA of Greater San Francisco is seeking a Youth Sports & Camp Coordinator to supervise, operate, develop, and implement out-of-school time sports and camp programs for youth at the Presidio YMCA. This role involves delivering and developing school-year programs, supervising staff, and creating a positive environment for youth. The coordinator will build relationships with youth, families, staff, and partner organizations, fostering a lifelong connection to healthy living through the YMCA's youth development model. The position requires adaptability in a fast-paced environment, strong role modeling, and alignment with the YMCA's focus areas: youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement a goal-driven work plan and annual action plan with program activities and deadlines.
Plan and implement summer day camp programming, including structured activities, snack and lunch times, and enrichment opportunities.
Organize and lead after-school youth sports and camp programs.
Ensure program environments are welcoming, accessible, and inclusive.
Identify and remove barriers to participation.
Assist with hiring, supervising, and training youth sports and camp staff and volunteers.
Engage and support volunteers.
Coordinate staffing for programs and provide direct service as needed.
Provide ongoing training and support for program staff, including holding regular staff meetings, developing and implementing training sessions, observing staff, offering feedback, ensuring training completion, and conducting performance evaluations.
Recruit and retain youth participants through outreach efforts, including creating and distributing promotional materials, building relationships with families and community leaders, collecting and organizing registration paperwork, and maintaining participant records.
Develop partnerships with schools, administrators, counselors, teachers, and community organizations.
Monitor participants and provide behavioral support using proactive strategies.
Facilitate restorative practices and de-escalation techniques as needed.
Ensure equipment and supplies are available, safe, and appropriate for participants.
Maintain high standards of leadership, enthusiasm, creativity, and respect for participants, families, and staff.
Complete administrative tasks related to program operations.
Communicate with parents and caregivers as needed, ensuring prompt responses to inquiries.
Address concerns or complaints and escalate issues to supervisors when necessary.
Ensure compliance with safety, supervision, risk management, and mandatory reporting policies.
Attend required staff meetings and professional development training.
Complete all mandatory safety training and certifications before the first shift.
Maintain professional conduct and work ethic.
Follow hygiene and sanitation guidelines, including frequent handwashing.
Adhere to YMCA safety policies and procedures.
Demonstrate YMCA leadership values, including mission advancement, relationship-building, operational effectiveness, and staff development.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

Must be 21 years or older.
High School Diploma required.
2+ years of experience working with youth in an organized setting.
1+ year of previous supervision experience.
Commitment to providing young people with the highest-quality youth development experience.
Knowledgeable about youth development program design and planning, administration, and evaluation.
Knowledgeable about child abuse reporting laws.
Knowledge and awareness of a wide variety of out-of-school activities.
Talented multi-tasker and independent worker.
Adept at working on a team.
Thrives in a start-up environment.
Maintains a flexible and positive attitude.
Experience working with elementary-aged youth in sports and/or recreational settings.
Excellent organizational skills and multi-project/multi-task oriented.
Experience scheduling and coordinating multiple fun and education-focused activities for youth.
Team player with proven ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds.
Fingerprint background check clearance required.
Current YMCA approved CPR and First Aid certification (can complete upon hire).
2+ years of organized youth sports coaching experience (preferred).
3+ years or more working with youth in an organized setting (preferred).
2+ years of proven staff development, supervision, and training (preferred).
Bilingual skills in Spanish, Cantonese, or Tagalog (preferred).
Experience with restorative practices and de-escalation strategies (preferred).
Must successfully complete a background screening, including criminal and employment verification.
Some positions may also require a credit check.
All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Job offers are conditional and contingent upon background clearance.
Consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment, pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and CA Fair Chance Act.

Skills

Supervision
Program operation
Program development
Program implementation
Youth development
Sports programming
Camp programming
Staff supervision
Relationship building
Communication
Adaptability
Problem-solving
Teamwork
Organizational skills
Multi-tasking
Restorative practices
De-escalation techniques
Risk management
Compliance
Professional conduct
Hygiene and sanitation
Mission advancement
Operational effectiveness
Staff development
Coaching
Staff training
Bilingual skills

Location

Presidio YMCA

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

2+ years experience working with youth
1+ year previous supervision experience
2+ years of organized youth sports coaching experience (preferred)
3+ years or more working with youth (preferred)
2+ years of proven staff development, supervision and training (preferred)

Education Level

High School Diploma

Salary/Compensations

$26.00 - $29.00 per hour

About the Company

The YMCA of Greater San Francisco is a global movement and the nation's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
Organizational Culture: Committed to demonstrating values aimed at building strong communities where individuals can Be, Belong and Become.
Values: Truth & Courage, Authenticity & Accessibility, Dependable & Creative, Dignity & Empathy.

Equal Opportunity

The YMCA promotes an equal employment opportunity workplace, which includes reasonable accommodation for otherwise qualified disabled applicants and employees.
We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment, pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and CA Fair Chance Act.