Softball Program Coordinator

About the role

Under the direction of the Director of Programs, the Softball Coordinator will execute the overall organization softball strategy, manage existing relationships and forge new relationships with volunteers and community partners, and coordinate softball program field, facility, equipment, and inventory needs with the Program Operations team.

Responsibilities

Sports Program Management

• Execute the overall organization softball strategy including leagues, clinics, camps, and academies.
• Assist with the creation of practice plans/agendas and organizational softball coaching standards.
• Train commissioners and coaches.
• Recruit players at target schools.
• Assist with the Softball Academy teams and Regional teams, recruiting and investing in coaches and players, implementing training regimen, and coordinating tournament play.
• Lead operations and logistics for RBI and Jr. RBI summer leagues.
• Serve on the RBI High School League Board and Jr. RBI League Board.
• Support and invest in commissioners to run league effectively and to model the way for mutually transformative relationships as the fruit of RBI Austin programs.
• Recruit and train coaches.
• Support player registration and ensure softball program information and rosters are accurate and up to date.
• Work with commissioners and staff to create rosters.

Mentoring & Discipleship Management

• Work with volunteer leaders and league board members to execute year-round mentoring initiatives to engage RBI Austin players in discipleship relationships and a community of support.

Stewardship of Community Relationships

• Establish, build, grow, and nurture trust in the community.
• Cultivate healthy relationships with community partners including youth sports organizations, City of Austin (including rec center supervisors), schools, churches, and other Christian ministries/groups.

Facilities & Inventory Management

• Support the maintenance and readiness of facilities/playing fields according to established SOPs.
• Train staff and volunteers in field maintenance; lead field workdays 2–4x/year.
• Ensure physical assets are safely stored and accounted for throughout year following SOPs.
• Work with Program Team members to ensure uniforms, equipment, and supplies are ordered for softball programs.

Working Conditions & Requirements

• Flexible schedule (includes nights and weekends).
• September – April: 2–3 days/week of evening/weekend programs.
• May – August: 4–5 days/week of evening/weekend programs.
• Aptitude to operate required equipment; infield groomers, mowers, etc.
• Must be able to lift/move heavy items of 50 lbs. or more.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• High-level softball playing or coaching experience required.
• At least 3 years of work experience preferred.
• Demonstrated success in managing relationships.
• Strong time management skills.
• Commitment to RBI Austin’s Christian mission, values, and expectations.

Compensation

The position will receive an annual salary between $45,000 – $50,000 along with the perks and benefits below.

Benefits

• Vacation and sick leave
• Company-paid health insurance and dental insurance
• 403b retirement plan with company match up to 3% of employee’s annual salary
• Company Wellness Program with wellness stipend and healthy office snacks
• Up to 6-week Sabbatical every 5th year of employment
• Opportunity to work remotely up to three days per week

This is a full-time (40 hrs/week), salaried position. This position is exempt from overtime; hours not tracked.

Who You Are

• You have a passion for RBI Austin’s mission.
• You are a team player. You are not above any task. You count others more significant than yourself.
• You are faithful. You work hard and do your job well. You do the right thing over the easy thing. You know winning doesn’t happen every time, and when you lose, you adjust and try again.
• You are relational. You value relationships over programs. You encourage your teammates. You assume the best about others.
• You are gracious. You show kindness and compassion to others. You are quick to repent and quick to forgive.

Who We Are

At RBI Austin, we believe the greatest need in any child’s life is relationships – relationships with people and a relationship with God. RBI Austin leverages baseball, softball, and year-round mentoring to connect kids to positive, consistent relationships. Through these relationships, kids are engaged and developed to go on to later lead the transformation of their own communities. For more information, visit rbiaustin.org.