This list contains only the countries for which job offers have been published in the selected language (e.g., in the French version, only job offers written in French are displayed, and in the English version, only those in English).
This position is responsible for the development, sales, and implementation of youth sports programming across all sports. This position has strong emphasis in relationship building skills with community, youth athletes, coaches, and parents. The role requires personal drive, determination, and hard work in a fun, fast-paced environment. Additional responsibilities include facilitating other youth-based sports events; camps, clinics, specialty events.
Job Responsibility
Develop the seasonal local sports calendar that works within the expected season and calendar
Build the registration within the sports platform to capture registrations and facilitate the teams and schedules
Recruit coaches to support the programming, including facilitating the process for any required training or certifications
Build relationships with youth sports associations, civic organizations, etc. to promote leagues, camps, special events, open play, and other sports opportunities
Develop and manage communication to existing databases to promote leagues
Represent the leagues in meetings and/or presentations with various clients, municipalities, and other outside agencies regarding the marketing related plans and strategies
Maintain positive relationships and communicate clearly, tactfully, and persuasively with employees, customers and outside contacts as applicable
Monitor facility activities and make recommendations to improve customer service and/or operational efficiencies
Review and analyze internal and external market information, which reflects customer purchase, usage, and satisfaction with Company products and services
Maintain knowledge of current and projected industry developments through continuous attention to marketing and youth sports publications and organizations
Assure the efficient and timely submission of all required operational, financial, budgetary and related marketing and sales reports
Cross train other key staff members regarding the general sales process and important components as appropriate to facilitate the overall success of the team
Perform other duties as appropriate
Requirements
BA or BS degree preferred
3 years applicable sports league or tournament management experience, preferably in the youth sports or recreation industry
Demonstrated experience and capability in the areas of budget development, fiscal management, strategic planning, staff management, marketing, sales, public relations and community relations
Demonstrated quality written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to analyze and solve problems
efficiently handle multiple duties under pressure with minimal supervision
work flexible hours as required including nights/weekends
Positive attitude, professional manner and appearance in all situations