League Associate

Fellowship of Christian Athletes•Spartanburg, SC

About The Position

The League Associate assists with the development, coordination, and day-to-day operation of FCA Sports Leagues. The role supports league administration, logistics, coach and volunteer coordination, participant communication, and ministry activities while helping deliver an excellent league experience. Working closely with a supervisor, the League Associate helps ensure league operations reflect FCA's mission of leading every coach and athlete into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. This is a temporary, part-time position with a defined employment period based on ministry and league operational needs. Employment is intended for assigned terms and does not imply ongoing employment beyond that period. Ministerial duties are critical to FCA's mission. The position is expected to carry out its responsibilities with a heart surrendered to serving God as worship. This includes abiding by FCA's Christian Community, following a spiritual rhythm that includes daily prayer and Bible study, providing spiritual leadership through prayer, Bible study, worship, and example, participating in a local church through worship and weekly involvement, and conducting oneself in accordance with FCA's biblical standards of conduct.

Requirements

Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to build positive relationships with coaches, athletes, parents, churches, and volunteers.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and FCA systems, including League Apps and VIP.
Commitment to FCA's vision, mission, values, and Christian Community Statement.
Demonstrated integrity, humility, and a servant-hearted approach to ministry.

Responsibilities

Fulfill FCA administrative requirements for registration, certification, coach qualifications, financial stewardship, and training.
Register leagues in VIP and support comprehensive training and implementation of the League Management System (League Apps).
Assist with onboarding coaches and volunteers using VIP.
Manage financial operations related to the leagues and seek corporate sponsorships to strengthen league finances.
Coordinate facility scheduling and agreements with appropriate FCA staff and collaborate with facility contacts on usage protocols.
Order uniforms and coaches' gear through the FCA Gear specialist.
Organize and manage evaluations, coach and referee training, practices, games, end-of-season tournaments, and celebration events.
Create calendars for evaluations, practices, games, camps, and other ministry opportunities.
Train coaches by modeling, assisting, observing, and launching them into their roles; establish mentorship and assistant coaching opportunities.
Supervise evaluations, practices, and games to support sport and ministry excellence.
Provide quality communication with parents and recruit families and athletes.
Address and resolve conflicts as needed.
Develop and maintain relationships with local church staff and integrate local church involvement so ministry continues after the sports season.
Develop an advisory board and coordinator team to assist with prayer, planning, and league operations.
Engage, equip, and empower coaches, athletes, and volunteers through Huddles and events.
Integrate ministry into sports, focusing on spiritual growth alongside athletic excellence.
Provide leadership and oversight for E3 discipleship programs and build community around the sport.
Build a community of coaches committed to growing, sharing, celebrating, and gathering around the sport they love.
Lead and oversee discipleship and development opportunities for coaches, athletes, and families.
Follow a spiritual rhythm that includes daily prayer and Bible study.
Provide spiritual leadership to staff, volunteers, coaches, and athletes through prayer, Bible study, worship, and personal example.
Participate in a local church through worship and weekly involvement, and abide by FCA's Christian Community and biblical standards of conduct.