What are the responsibilities and job description for the Baseball Sports Specialist position at YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids?
Description
NOW HIRING FOR SUMMER 2025! This position is based out of our David D. Hunting YMCA, but programs at local parks around Grand Rapids. Our Baseball Sports Specialist will have the opportunity to work alongside our program team in providing the city of Grand Rapids with a free youth baseball & softball league for kids in grades 1st-6th.
OUR CULTURE:
Guiding Principles describe our behaviors to support our organization’s work throughout its life in all circumstances, irrespective of changes in goals, strategies, and leadership. Our Guiding Principles are as follows: We CULTIVATE-We grow staff and volunteer leaders who will be stewards of the Y mission, resources, and opportunities. We OWN-We think long-term and act on behalf of the organization, beyond our own team. We WELCOME-We are inclusive of all people and all communities. We SERVE-We provide timely and excellent service to members, volunteers, community, and each other. We LEARN - We are curious about new possibilities and act to explore them. We UNITE-We work together to achieve big goals and speak as one voice. We RESPECT-We treat others with kindness and speak positively about other people in all situations. We PLAY-We celebrate, appreciate, and have fun!
The YMCA of Great Grand Rapids utilizes a Membership By Design framework, which is a member involvement and community building model for YMCAs across the country. All staff members—front-line, management, full- and part-time—and volunteers have a role to play in member engagement. These responsibilities can be broken into six steps:
- Enrollment: Staff and volunteers encourage potential members to enroll in programs and activities that meet their needs.
- Satisfaction: Staff and volunteers ask members continually about their satisfaction with a program or activity, track responses, listen to suggestions, and respond promptly in a manner consistent with the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
- Relationship Building: Staff and volunteers are open, friendly, and approachable to all YMCA members and participants. Staff and volunteers initiate interaction with and between members.
- Education and Conversion: Staff and volunteers know about and share their knowledge of the YMCA, its programs, its policies, its mission, its values, and how it benefits members and the community.
- Volunteerism and Leadership: Staff and volunteers create opportunities for members to volunteer in their areas of interest, and they ask members to do so whenever appropriate.
- Ownership: Staff and volunteers encourage members to “own” the YMCA, using words such as “we,” “us,” and “our association” (and actions that match those words) to include members as well as staff and volunteers.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Sports Specialist for the Ted Rasberry Youth Baseball/Softball League is responsible for planning, performing, and organizing activities and games for youth and teens. The Program Specialist will ensure a safe, fun area for members to interact and enjoy. This position Monday - Thursday 4:00pm - 9:00pm and occasional Saturday availability, end of May through mid-August.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Teaches specific sports skills
- Maintains supervision of participants
- Enforces safety standards
- Follows emergency procedures
- Sets up equipment
- Supervises volunteers
- Monitors the use of the facilities
- Referees, scores, or helps with programs
- Distributes participant information
- Implements Character Development in programs
- Maintains all areas in clean, presentable fashion
- Handles member/parent complaints
Performs any other functions necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids
COMPENSATION
$13.02 - $16.27 ; Seasonal; Non Exempt; up to 25 hours per week
BENEFITS:
- Free YMCA Individual Membership
- 12% retirement contribution upon eligibility, learn more here.
- 403(b) retirement savings account
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Access to the Employee Assistance Program and resources for you and your family
- Community Discounts, and more!
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:
Six months to one month of baseball/softball experience or participation; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Working knowledge of sports and ability to actively take part and lead sports activities. Ability to interact with people of all ethnic backgrounds, ages, and lifestyles.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION
- State of Michigan criminal background clearance (ICHAT)
- Blood Borne Pathogen training
- CPR Certification required within the first 60 days
- First Aid Certification required within the first 60 days
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
TRAVEL:
0-5% of local travel within the state of Michigan; occasional out-of-state travel may be required for educational conferences or training.
Salary : $13 - $16
