Sports League Coordinator-The Salvation Army Kroc Center

Job Objective:

As the Sports League Coordinator you will plan, organize, coordinate and direct diverse athletic and recreational programs for youth and adults. Evaluate new sports programming opportunities for the Kroc Center, instruct coaches and officials on techniques, rules, and regulations; and serve as liaison to the recreation community to promote goodwill for the Kroc Center ensuring that the Mission of The Salvation Army is effectively carried out.

What You Will Do:

• Plan, develop, organize, and promote athletic/recreational programs to meet community needs and interests including sports, intramurals and activities including but not limited to baseball, basketball, football, pickleball, soccer, softball, tennis, and other community-based athletic programming
• Directly supervises all coaches and volunteers for the Sports Division
• Serve as liaison to partners by managing facility usage agreements, coordinating game schedules, use of facilities, background checks, ensuring compliance to the Sports Operating Policies and Inclement Weather Policies
• Work collaboratively with internal and external customers; communicate effectively and proactively with parents, school personnel, and community partners to keep stakeholders informed, answer questions, and address concerns

• Responsible for scheduling and renting use of athletic fields and recreational facilities maintained and coordinates with partners to ensure adequate facilities to meet programming needs
• Provide outstanding customer service through responsive, clear and appropriate communication regarding general inquiries, requests or complaints from the public concerning use of athletic facilities, programming, and activities; identifies issues and resolves problems.

• Other duties as assigned by leadership

Minimum Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, skills, and/or abilities required for this position.

Education: Bachelor's degree in sports management, recreation, or a related field preferred. Equivalent combinations of education and experience which, at the sole discretion of The Salvation Army, provide the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform in this role, will be considered

Background Checks: Position requires a background check to be completed, and all background check results will be reviewed.

Experience: 2+ years of experience in sports league management, recreation, or program coordination preferred

Certifications: Must have a valid driver's license and maintain The Salvation Army Driver's qualification standard; must complete Safe From Harm and CPR Certification within the first 30 days of employment

Skills/Abilities:

• Able to speak, write and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective communication with leadership, field personnel, and clientele.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft products and ability to learn electronic reporting systems.
• Thorough understanding of all related sports activities

Supervisory Responsibility: Volunteers and coaches

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the duties of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Requirements Include:

• Good speaking, hearing and vision ability, and excellent manual dexterity
• Lifting, pulling, and pushing of materials up to 25 pounds
• May require bending, squatting, walking.
• May require standing for extended

Travel: As Needed

Working Conditions: Work is performed at a community center environment with both inside and outdoor activities will require some weekend and evening work

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other job-related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.