Associate - Sports & Fitness

BASIC PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Above all, to grow closer to Jesus Christ. Through intentional, daily time with the Lord, seek to keep Jesus Christ as the priority of your life, realizing that prayer, Bible study, and Christian discipleship are essential to growing in God’s will each day.
2. Seek to emphasize quality, Christ-centered relationships for both family and friends. We therefore highly encourage a strong work-life balance for all employees.
3. Actively seek to be an individual who emphasizes a spirit of teamwork, flexibility, and quality in all aspects of daily work.

JOB SUMMARY:    Assist the Sports & Fitness’ Associate Pastor, Assistant Pastor, and the ministry in planning and carrying out the Sports & Fitness events of the church.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assist the Associate Pastor, Sports & Fitness with the administration, leadership, and scheduling of the youth sports leagues.
• Take specific responsibility for the administration, leadership and scheduling of 1-2 leagues per season (fall, winter, spring) but not limited to:
  • This role will specifically oversees Crossover Basketball, as well as Upward Baseball & Softball.
  • Plan dates, schedule facilities and set details for the leagues.
  • Promote event registrations to the community and within the church.
  • Recruit and train coaches.
  • Draft teams and create schedules for the leagues.
  • Plan, provide training and resources, and lead the Gospel Presentation efforts each season including follow-up.
  • Provide End-of-Season Celebration.
  • Evaluate the leagues.
  • Provide and maintain an inventory of all supplies and equipment.
• Work as a valuable member of the Sports & Fitness team to plan and lead/assist all phases of the summer programming including, but not limited to, sports camps and VBS recreation.
• Provide adequate training for volunteers who are involved in the Sports & Fitness Ministry.
• Assist the Associate Pastor in creating new sports opportunities that will reach people for Christ.
• Work with the Sports & Fitness Ministry team to plan sports mission trips for our coaches and church members.
• Help train and mentor part-time staff.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Attend and participate in all regular staff meetings, functions, retreats, training, etc.
• Support the Senior Pastor and all other church staff.

TEAM VALUES & CRITICAL SKILLS

• Team Values
  • Trust – We are for one another. We have the courage to offer and receive honest thoughts and feedback, while also protecting our relationships.
  • People-First – We believe that people are our first ministry priority. Events and programs are important only to the extent that they allow us to love and serve people.
  • Health – We desire to be the healthiest version of ourselves: relationally, emotionally, spiritually, and physically.
  • Collaboration – Our overall mission and vision drive what we do. We work hard to destroy ministry silos and believe that we are better when we work together.
  • Development – We desire to grow and improve in our work. We strive to multiply our impact by training and developing others to follow God’s calling.

• Critical Skills
  • Strong administrative skills and very good with details and organization.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. 
  • Ability to learn Ministry Platform database and EMS.
  • Proficient in organizing and prioritizing assigned tasks with multi-tasking capabilities.
  • Handles all sensitive information with the greatest possible confidentiality and care.
  • Works flexibly with a variety of personalities.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Administration, Sports Management, or related field.
• At least 3-5 years of sports recreation experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft office suite, specifically Microsoft word, excel, and PowerPoint.
• Previous experience working, volunteering in sports ministry within a local church or para-church preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged periods of standing and sitting. Sitting at a desk or working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15-20 pounds at times.
• Comfortable working in both outdoor and indoor environments.