Gymnastics Facility Director

As the Gymnastics Facility Director at Birons Youth Sports Center, you will serve as the department lead for our recreational gymnastics, tumbling, and NinjaZone programs. This role combines leadership, coaching, and maintenance management to ensure that both our staff and facilities operate at the highest standard. Your primary responsibility is to create a safe, positive, and well-organized environment where athletes can thrive. This is a full-time position (40+ hours per week) with benefits.

Key Responsibilities:

Program Leadership:

• Lead and oversee the recreational gymnastics, tumbling, and NinjaZone programs.
• Coach various classes and programs, dedicating at least 25 hours a week to coaching and 5-10 hours to administrative work. (Note: Responsibilities and time allocation may change as programs evolve.)
• Ensure high-quality instruction in a safe, fun environment for athletes aged 3-12.
• Maintain and update class schedules while working with staff to continuously improve program quality.

Managerial Planning for Recreational Program:

• Coordinate staff schedules for recreational classes.
• Manage staff call-outs and ensure proper coverage.
• Develop weekly lesson plans, including equipment needs, supplies, and music.
• Ensure classes follow purposeful developmental stages for students.
• Ensure proper skill progressions are followed, and lesson plans match students’ maturity levels.
• Coach, mentor, and discipline staff as necessary to ensure compliance with program goals and employee requirements.
• Assist in annual employee evaluations.
• Verify staff hours match the schedule for each pay period.
• Identify and address low class enrollments to ensure continued growth.

Role of Manager on Duty (MOD):

• Handle customer service issues and other high-priority situations on-site when no other facility director is present or during your scheduled MOD shift.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for staff during emergencies.
• Manage staff call-outs in the absence of the relevant program director.

Coaching Duties During Classes:

• Track student attendance and skill development.
• Supervise staff and implement stations, curriculum, and class rotations.
• Ensure classes run on time, with structure and safety as priorities.
• Set up and clean up the facility before and after classes.
• Greet and welcome children and parents, ensuring positive and ongoing parent communication.

Facilities and Equipment Management:

• Oversee building and equipment maintenance, sanitation, and installations.
• Ensure the gym space is safe, clean, and functional for employees, athletes, and customers.
• Collaborate with the team to optimize space and resources while reducing operating costs.
• Proactively manage facility issues to prevent disruptions in operations.

Staff Leadership and Development:

• Manage, train, and mentor staff in coaching and leadership roles.
• Foster a collaborative, fun, and supportive work environment.
• Ensure employees comply with safety protocols and meet program standards.

Customer and Parent Relations:

• Communicate with parents regarding athlete progress and program updates.
• Address concerns and maintain positive relationships with customers.

Administrative Duties:

• Manage program administration, including class organization, tracking attendance, and customer communication.
• Support marketing efforts to promote the programs and recruit new participants.
• Oversee staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage for all classes and gym activities.

Schedule and Compensation:

• Work Schedule: Classes typically run on weekdays from 3 PM - 8 PM, with various morning classes, and Saturdays from 9:45 AM - 12:45 PM. The gym operates daily from 10 AM to 8:30 PM.
• Compensation: Competitive salary range of $70K-$80K, commensurate with experience and credentials.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Preferred Experience: Prior experience managing a gymnastics facility or demonstrated capacity to effectively manage and lead a similar athletic or recreational facility.
• Passion for working with children and youth in a sports environment.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills, with the ability to manage multiple programs simultaneously.
• High-level knowledge of gymnastics, tumbling, NinjaZone, or related athletic training programs.
• Self-starter mentality with the ability to take initiative and solve problems.
• Strong ability to manage a large and diverse team of coaches and employees.

Key Attributes:

• Positive, energetic attitude with a passion for teaching and mentoring kids.
• Ability to maintain a safe and engaging environment for athletes and staff.
• Strong communication skills for effective interaction with staff and parents.
• Athletic, mature, and a natural motivator with a collaborative mindset.
• A humble approach, with a constant desire for growth and improvement.
• Ability to seek understanding before seeking to be understood.

Additional Requirements:

• Confidentiality of Proprietary Information: The employee agrees not to reveal confidential customer information or trade secrets during or after employment.
• Employment at Will: Texas is an “employment-at-will” state. Employment is at-will, and no contractual terms regarding the duration of employment exist.
• Full-Time Commitment: The employee must prioritize Birons in their professional efforts unless otherwise agreed upon in writing by Birons management.

Benefits

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off (Full Time, 20 days/year)
• Holiday Pay for major holidays, at management discretion
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Galileo (Telehealth)
• Health & Wellness Reimbursement (Gym/Fitness subscription reimbursement, up to $50/month)
• 401K (Qualifications needed)
• Paid Bereavement Leave (5 days/year)
• Paid Parental Leave (12 weeks)
• Disability Leave (FMLA guidelines)
• Tuition Discounts (Dependent on enrollment)
• Yearly raises and/or bonuses, at management discretion
• Bonus.ly (Coworker-to-Coworker bonuses)
• ***All benefits may be subject to change and are up to management discretion***