Youth Sports Development Specialist

About the role

We're seeking a full-time Youth Sports Development Specialist who is passionate about youth sports, leadership, and developing people. Whether your background is in coaching, physical education, kinesiology, sports management, recreation, athletics, or youth programming, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by shaping the quality of our coaching team and the experience of thousands of children each year.

What You'll Do

• Lead engaging onboarding and training sessions for new and existing coaches
• Observe coaches in the field and provide meaningful feedback through written evaluations and one-on-one coaching
• Mentor coaches throughout their professional development and serve as a trusted resource
• Identify high-performing coaches and help prepare them for increased leadership opportunities
• Partner with leadership to continuously improve coaching standards across the organization
• Coach classes regularly while modeling best practices and serving as a mentor for fellow coaches
• Fill coaching vacancies as needed to ensure consistent program delivery
• Ensure outstanding program quality by visiting classes, camps, and clinics throughout Long Island and Eastern Queens to ensure a consistently high-quality experience
• Help identify opportunities to improve program quality before issues arise
• Address coaching-related concerns from parents and partners professionally and promptly
• Serve as a positive ambassador for Soccer Stars and Amazing Athletes at every program location
• Support operations and hiring by assisting with coach scheduling, recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and training of new coaches
• Maintain records of coach evaluations, development plans, and performance
• Help ensure all coaches follow company policies, procedures, and curriculum standards
• Manage coaching equipment inventory across all program locations
• Coordinate equipment distribution and replacement
• Develop and maintain organized equipment storage and tracking systems

Why Join Us?

• Directly influence the quality of every program we deliver and help shape the next generation of outstanding youth coaches
• Make a lasting impact on thousands of children and families each year
• Join one of the region's fastest-growing youth sports organizations
• Shape the future of youth sports across Long Island and Eastern Queens

Requirements

• Experience coaching, teaching, mentoring, or leading youth programs required
• Soccer experience is preferred but not required
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable providing constructive feedback and coaching others
• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating with a larger team
• Proficiency with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Calendar, Gmail)
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Willingness to travel regularly throughout Long Island and Eastern Queens
• Availability to work evenings and weekends as needed

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Stipend
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Professional development opportunities
• Career advancement opportunities
• A supportive, energetic, and mission-driven team culture