YMCA Travel Volleyball Club Director

At the DeVos-Blum Family YMCA, our mission is putting Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all. (YMCA of South Palm Beach County) Our Youth Sports department includes both introductory leagues and a competitive travel club - the Boynton Blockers Volleyball Academy, participating in tournaments locally and in-state. (YMCA of South Palm Beach County)

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the travel volleyball program structure (tryouts, team placement, practice schedule, tournament schedule, travel logistics) in alignment with the mission and standards of the YMCA.
• Coordinate and execute tryouts for each age group, working with the Sports/Youth Director to promote and recruit participants.
• Hire, train, supervise and evaluate coaches for each team; lead coach meetings and ensure consistency in coaching philosophy and expectations.
• Create and manage the season calendar: practices, tournaments (local and in-state travel as required by the club), team travel logistics (transportation, lodging, meals, chaperones) and communication with families.
• Manage program budget, including registration fees, tournament costs, travel expenses, uniforms/equipment, facility usage.
• Monitor player development and retention: establish progression plans for athletes from introductory programs to competitive travel and potentially beyond.
• Build relationships with parents, athletes, coaches, and community organizations; communicate regularly about schedules, expectations, fees, and policies.
• Ensure compliance with YMCA child protection policies, facility safety standards, tournament and travel regulations.
• Serve as a visible presence at practices, games, tournaments and club events; be a positive ambassador for the Y and the volleyball program.
• Collaborate with the Youth Sports team and other YMCA departments to cross-promote programs, support membership growth, and optimize facility usage.
• Maintain program documentation: rosters, tryout results, tournament outcomes, participant feedback, incident reports, performance metrics.
• Promote the program within the community to recruit athletes, coaches and sponsors (if applicable) and work toward growth goals for the club.