Sports & Fitness Specialist
Sports & Fitness Specialist
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Job Description
Job Title: Sports & Fitness Specialist
Reports to: Director of Operations and Recreations
FLSA Code: Part time Non-exempt
Hours:Up to 28 hours/week; including weekends and evening hours
Program Area: Breakthrough Youth Network (BYN)
Location: FamilyPlex 3219 W. Carroll Chicago IL 60624
POSITION SUMMARY
The Sports and Fitness Specialist will assist the Breakthrough Sports and Fitness Academy (BSFA) which currently encompasses 65 sports teams/clubs competing in a variety of sports. S/he will support current and planned community sports teams house leagues travel experiences and developmental programs for ages 5-19. The Specialist will also contribute to the continued development of the overall Breakthrough Youth Network through serving on the FamilyPlex Leadership Team.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES/FUNCTIONS
Reports to: Director of Operations and Recreations
FLSA Code: Part time Non-exempt
Hours:Up to 28 hours/week; including weekends and evening hours
Program Area: Breakthrough Youth Network (BYN)
Location: FamilyPlex 3219 W. Carroll Chicago IL 60624
POSITION SUMMARY
The Sports and Fitness Specialist will assist the Breakthrough Sports and Fitness Academy (BSFA) which currently encompasses 65 sports teams/clubs competing in a variety of sports. S/he will support current and planned community sports teams house leagues travel experiences and developmental programs for ages 5-19. The Specialist will also contribute to the continued development of the overall Breakthrough Youth Network through serving on the FamilyPlex Leadership Team.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES/FUNCTIONS
- Support the management of community sports activities serving over 500 athletes annually. Including: expense budgets sponsorships scheduling equipment athlete recruitment parental communication event supervision healthy snacks organizing team outings and transportation
- Develop plan and execute facility and out-of-facility sports programs leagues camps and tournaments
- Manage and cultivate key ongoing program partnerships and build relationships with local schools and community organizations to communicate the Sports and Fitness Academy program offerings and initiatives
- Collaborate with Breakthrough volunteer engagement team to recruit train and retain a reliable volunteer base
- Ensure compliance with internal and external grant and reporting requirements including Sports and Fitness Academy outcomes for BYN Scorecard and daily/weekly program paperwork such as attendance sheets parent sign-outs etc.)
- Implement BYN policies and behavior management methodology daily
- Assist in the youth mentoring program by executing activities teaching lessons building relationships with youth and volunteers
- Assist with student transportation and building clean-up when needed
- Participate in special events such as summer camps awards nights registration nights and field trips
- Participate in staff trainings and professional development
- Perform other duties and tasks assigned
Demonstrated Values
- Independently follows agency policy and procedures
- Follows through with commitments including meeting established timelines
- Identifies and resolves difficult issues
- Project a professional image to all internal and external customers ensuring proper grooming
- Promote customer care through all actions and behaviors
- A passion for the mission of Breakthrough
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors degree is preferred in liberal arts humanities or social science field OR minimum of three (3) years experience in a non-profit or related experience OR a combination of related college coursework and related work experience.
- Ability to demonstrate initiative and follow through and be comfortable working in a changing environment.
- Ability to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills professionalism and problem-solving skills
- Must possess an accurate and informed understanding of cultural and urban realities especially as related to youth poverty and community development
- Good interpersonal oral and written communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and comfortable using computer programs to track participant engagement
- Flexible and team oriented
- Must demonstrate initiative and follow through and be comfortable working in a dynamic environment
- Must maintain a valid drivers license along with daily access to a vehicle and acceptable driving record
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of program outcomes and deliverables
- Must demonstrate solid knowledge in the fields of youth development and sports/fitness
- Demonstrates willingness to consistently improve work performance through their relationship and guidance
- Ability to relate well to and coordinate with the people being served solve problems communicate effectively gather and analyze data and make concise accurate reports and recommendations
- Must be able to develop and sustain relationships with external stakeholders
- Promote hospitality through all actions and behaviors
- Ability to display a warm supportive attitude toward all people
- Ability and commitment to maintain high level of confidentiality
- Ability to develop strong relationships with diverse groups of citizens who may have conflicting interests and opinions
SUPERVISION
- Does not supervise employees
- Direction received from the Director of Operations and Recreation
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job the employee will work in a multi-purpose facility and/or outdoors and thus will be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be high depending on the activities in the facility.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to walk and/or sit; use hands and fingers to feel objects tools or controls reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; regularly talk or hear. The employee must be able to bend stoop pull lift as well as have overhead extension of arms. Must be able to stand for long periods of time; be able to lift carry or move at least 50 pounds. Must adhere to proper handling and lifting techniques. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision distance vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Equipment Used
The employee will generally use general office equipment including but not limited to telephone computer calculator copier overhead projector paper shredder paper cutter and filing systems.
Safety Requirements
Prior to the first day of work must complete a criminal background and sex offender clearance.
BENEFITS
- Sick leave - Part-time employees in this position are eligible for 1 hour of sick pay for every 35 hours worked in a pay period. This leave can be used for medical and safety reasons
- Paid leave -Part-time employees in this position are eligible for 1 hour of paid pay for every 35 hours worked in a pay period. This leave can be used for any reason
COMPENSATION
$20/hr
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Hourly
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