Looking for a full-time opportunity in youth sports? We are looking for a goal oriented, independent, self-starter who loves working at a fast pace to help us develop our recreational leagues.
Who We Are:
i9 Sports is the nation’s first and largest provider of youth sports leagues, camps and clinics whose mission is to help kids succeed in life through sports. We are a successful, independent franchisee of i9 Sports looking to expand our rapidly growing business.
Overall Job Description:
The i9 Sports Program Director is a hands-on role responsible for all aspects of promoting and running our recreational youth sports for kids ages 3-14. This is a work-from-home opportunity that allows for a flexible schedule for someone with the drive and responsibility to manage themselves effectively.
Duties and Responsibilities:
· Maintain relationships with existing venues hosting our programs
· Find new locations, per the business plan for our future leagues
· Market programs locally through in-person marketing events, distributing flyers in the community, and working with local marketing partners
· Hire, train, and manage part-time season staff to assist in executing the leagues
· Source coaches, build teams, build schedules, communicate with parents, conduct coach meetings, and execute the local leagues
· Maintain the local web site
· Work with the franchise owner to build the local business plan, while taking on the responsibility of executing that plan
· Responsible for customer service and customer satisfaction
· Responsible for maintaining the high standards of all of our programs
Requirements:
· Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience
· Three-plus years of experience in a fast paced service environment Preference for those who have managed staff. Retail or restaurant experience can be a good crossover.
· Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
· Ability to market to potential venue owners through in-person, telephone, and email
· Demonstrable ability to meet goals in a fast paced environment
· Ability to manage details
· Ability to identify and efficiently solve problems
· Highly motivated self-starter; must be able to work independently
· Positive attitude and a strong ability to build professional business relationships
· Proficiency in core Microsoft Office programs and comfort in learning and using new technology
· Must possess a valid driver's license
· Must have reliable transportation
· Must be able to work from home
· Applicants are subject to a pre-employment background check
To learn more about i9 Sports, visit our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/i9sports and our website at www.i9sports.com.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- The schedule does require weekend work during our seasons.