Coordinator, Youth Football

Arizona Cardinals Football Club•Tempe, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Coordinator, Youth Football is responsible for supporting the Youth Football Department, specifically the Arizona Cardinals Youth and High School Football programs and initiatives. This is a full-time position that will require additional evening and weekend hours as dictated by the department's events and responsibilities. The Coordinator, Youth Football must be able to work at all Arizona Cardinals home games, long hours, irregular schedules, weekends, early mornings, late nights, and holidays. A good attitude and commitment to teamwork is a must.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent education, training, and experience
At least two (2) years of experience in the sports industry preferred
Experience in event operations
Previous experience engaging with youth and high school football organizations, particularly coaches, preferred
Excellent time-management and organizational skills
Experience with MS Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint
Effective verbal and written communication skills with individuals across the organization
Bilingual (Spanish), preferred
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel
Maintains the highest level of confidentiality and sensitivity around professional athletes in their work environment.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays; hours may vary depending on business needs.
Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for periods of up to eight (8) hours in length.
This role will require exposure to outdoor weather conditions.
Ability to lift 50+ pounds on a regular basis.
Valid drivers license.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays; hours may vary depending on business needs.
Must successfully complete pre-employment screening, including a background check

Nice To Haves

At least two (2) years of experience in the sports industry
Previous experience engaging with youth and high school football organizations, particularly coaches
Bilingual (Spanish)

Responsibilities

Assist the Manager, Youth Football with various youth and high school football requests, programs, events, and initiatives.
Assist with managing Arizona Cardinals Youth Football Instagram and Twitter accounts, keeping the accounts constantly updated with community relations events and activities.
Manage Youth Football inventory, including appearance jerseys, equipment and promotional items.
Manage and update the youth and high school football contact databases.
Assist with the event planning and management of all player appearances, visits and special events.
Assist youth football staff members with additional projects as needed.
Other duties as assigned.