Program Director

Job Description

Job Description

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 and our website at

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• The schedule does require weekend work during our seasons.