Head of Camp Program, Basketball

IMG Academy•Bradenton, FL

About The Position

The Head of Camp, Basketball serves as the primary point person for the preparation and execution of IMGA camp programming throughout the entire year. This role oversees the day-to-day operations and delivery of basketball camp programs, ensuring a high-quality experience for student-athletes and their families. The position leads coaches and camp staff, manages schedules and staffing needs, and serves as a mentor and educator to camp participants while fostering strong communication and customer service. The ideal candidate brings collegiate or professional basketball experience, a strong understanding of youth sports, and excellent leadership, teaching, and communication skills, along with a passion for developing student-athletes and creating a positive, high-performing camp environment.

Requirements

Experience in coaching &/or playing at the professional &/or collegiate level
Proficiency in all Basketball training and instructional techniques
Extensive knowledge of youth sports worldwide and emerging trends
Excellent teaching, management, communication and supervisory skills
Strong commitment to student-athletes and their development
Desire to work collaboratively with colleagues
Experience with MS Office
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Commitment to comprehensive excellence

Nice To Haves

Bilingual
Master’s degree, preferably in a business or sport-related major
Management experience to include coaching
CPR Certification
Valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

Oversees the camp programs, managing students, coaches, and programs to maximize the delivery, quality, and overall efficiency
Provides families with consistent and proactive communication to ensure a high level of customer service and retention-focused practices for the department
Works with Senior Associate AD and Sport Director to ensure staffing ratios are maintained to accommodate program growth, and manages camp program schedules
Responsible for weekly camp orientations and introductions to the Academy and the features and benefits of its various academic and athletic programs
Interacts with the camp students as a mentor and as an educator in the sport and effectively communicates to camp students and their parents/guardians as appropriate
Assists with camp delivery as needed and in the recruiting of prospective student-athletes
Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing, with students, parents, coaches, teachers and other professionals on a regular basis
Models professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, peers, and community promoting a positive environment
Manages time effectively, meeting personal and company goals and working effectively with other members of the staff
Adheres to all company policies, procedures, and business ethic codes