Manager, Coach Education and Engagement

Special Olympics Florida • Clermont, FL

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About The Position

The Manager of Coach Education and Engagement is responsible for developing, implementing, and sustaining a comprehensive coach education strategy that equips coaches with the knowledge, skills, and support needed to deliver high-quality athlete experiences. This role strengthens the coaching community by driving effective communication and meaningful engagement, ensuring every coach has the tools and resources necessary to promote athlete success.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• At least two (2) years of experience in education, non-profit or a related field
• Excellent written and presentation skills
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Strong computer skills including knowledge of Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and demonstrate efficient time management skills
• Regular attendance required
• Must be able to complete weekend and evening duties as assigned
• Must be able to lift 50lbs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the coach education program ensuring that coaches have access to high quality, local certification courses
• Recruit, train, and retain experts in each sport to serve as course clinicians
• Develop a coach recruitment plan and collaborate with Marketing to implement
• Research and provide continuing education opportunities and resources to coaches year-round
• Partner with SOFL Sport Resource Teams and third party organizations to enhance coach education resources
• Attend all state sport events to support execution of event
• Enhance and implement statewide coach recognition program
• Create opportunities for coaches to network and connect with other coaches
• Conduct regular surveys to analyze and enhance coach experience
• Create and manage external and internal coach dashboards
• Conduct data analysis to understand trends in coach recruitment and retention
• Support sports department in the planning and preparation of state events
• Manage out of state events/invitationals
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager