Sports Supervisor

Our Commitment to Equity:
The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice, and is dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We hold ourselves accountable to marginalized communities by creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.

Provides day‑to‑day supervision of youth development and family programs, which includes youth sports and wellness, recreation and enrichment, Kids Club/Kids Zone, family activities, and teen programs. The role serves on an engaging and dynamic team, ensuring the planning and implementation of developmentally appropriate activities and lesson plans are delivered to participants. It includes overseeing a safe, high‑quality program, supervising and evaluating staff and volunteers, hiring, training, maintaining required staff/child ratios, and conducting regular staff meetings.

The position also maintains professional relationships with families, facility/school personnel, and the community.

• Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Retirement with generous employer contributions
• Free access to mental health resources
• Paid Time Off (PTO) that accrues rapidly
• Discounts on qualifying YMCA of Greater Seattle childcare, day camp, overnight camp and outdoor leadership programs (25% for part‑time staff, 50% for full‑time staff)

Hiring Range: $24.00 – $26.40 / hour DOE

• Supervise delivery of culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate activities for assigned program areas.
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate staff and volunteers; assist with staff meetings and trainings.
• Professionally engage parents/guardians to provide pertinent information about their child’s experience and promote upcoming programs.
• Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including medical, disciplinary, child‑abuse prevention, and emergency procedures.
• Provide direct supervision to a group of children as needed.
• Maintain required records per YMCA standards (attendance, registration, accident, and discipline reports).
• Recruit new enrollments.
• Ensure site supplies are maintained and purchased as necessary.
• Assist with developing and monitoring department budgets.
• Encourage member involvement, identify potential volunteers, and assist with the Annual Campaign.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• 21 years of age or older.
• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience in delivering programming in child care, youth sports, wellness, recreation, or camp.
• Three or more years of experience working with children.
• One year or more of supervisory experience.
• Strong customer service skills; able to respond to multiple queries via phone, email, and in‑person.
• Strong computer skills; experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and database software.
• Knowledge of standard office equipment (fax, copier, phone systems).
• Current state‑approved first‑aid certification (at hire or within 90 days).
• Current state‑approved infant/child or community CPR certification (at hire or within 90 days).

• College degree or other applicable education, training, or experience that demonstrates the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary for the position.
• Experience with diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.). Knowledge of additional languages beyond English is a plus.

YGS is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law.

We are a drug‑ and alcohol‑free workplace; all job offers are contingent on the results of a background check. We participate in the Federal E‑Verify system.