Site Manager
Founded in Tampa, Florida, i9 Sports® is the nation’s first and largest youth sports league franchise business in the United States with over 1 million registrations in more than 500 communities from New York to Hawaii. Established in 2003, i9 Sports offers youth sports leagues, camps, and clinics for kids ages 3-14 in today’s most popular sports such as flag football, soccer, basketball, volleyball, and baseball. With a focus on fun, safety, convenience, and good sportsmanship, i9 Sports is reinventing the youth sports experience for families across the country.
About the role
The Site Manager is responsible for providing a superior i9 Sports Experience and overseeing the game-day operations of a venue on a Saturday. This individual must be high-energy, organized, and have strong problem-solving skills. Ideal candidates will have experience working with kids and a desire to learn sports management. The role involves starting early on Sunday mornings to pick up field equipment from a storage unit (a truck or large SUV is required), setting up the field, tent, signage, and coach materials, and ensuring smooth game-day operations.
Responsibilities
- Field set up and breakdown for game day events
- Manage and supervise part-time staff members and volunteer coaches
- Supervise the overall operation of a venue, including programs operating on schedule
- Demonstrate core concepts, including Sportsmanship values
- Organize game day equipment and ensure the cleanliness of the venue
- Consistently demonstrate a positive attitude and superior customer service skills
- Greet parents, kids, and coaches, and welcome them to the venue
- Oversee games, ensuring fields are well-maintained, parents are seated correctly, referees are performing their duties, and participants exhibit good sportsmanship
- Address any issues with rude or obnoxious parents or coaches in a firm, calm manner
Requirements
- Excellent communication and organization skills
- Highly motivated self-starter; ability to work independently and solve problems
- Awareness and ability to take charge of any situation to ensure player safety
- Positive attitude and strong ability to build professional relationships
- Ability to work a varied schedule, including weekends and some evenings for the full duration of the season (7 weeks)
- Must be able to pass a National Criminal Background Check
- Must have a pickup truck or large SUV
- Must be well-groomed and extremely reliable
- Must be 24+ years old
- Strong attention to detail
Benefits
- A team-based atmosphere with a focus on fun
- Opportunities to build leadership skills and gain management experience
- Online training opportunities
Schedule
This position is typically 10.5 hours per day on Saturdays. An assistant may also be hired to work alongside you.