Manager, Sports Administration- Area 7

Special Olympics Florida•Bonita Springs, FL

17h

About The Position

The Manager, Sports Administration is responsible for promoting strategic growth and sustainability by facilitating participation in Special Olympics Florida program offerings and carrying out administrative tasks across various functions that include sports, training and competition management.

Requirements

BS/BA degree preferred
Excellent communication, organizational, written, and presentation skills
Extensive computer experience in word processing, database input, and management, and Microsoft Suite required
Ability to take initiative and work independently, as well as collaboratively as a team member
Ability to manage multiple tasks and demonstrate efficient time management skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Proficient computer skills including knowledge of Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Regular attendance required
Must be able to travel and complete weekend and evening duties as assigned
Must be able to lift 25 lbs

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of GMS (Special Olympics software) is preferred

Responsibilities

Communicate consistently with Sr. Manager, Sports Training & Competition to coordinate and assess program needs
Manage the process of data entry and maintenance of athlete medical records, volunteer, and coach paperwork
Work collaboratively with the Sr. Manager, Sports Training & Competition to prepare and execute exhibition and regional competitions
Directly oversee delegation registration process for all exhibition, regional, and state competitions. Tasks to include, but are not limited to: managing quota allotment, transportation scheduling, participant registration, and delegation housing
Conduct preliminary divisioning for all exhibition and regional competitions
Print and prepare all competition-related paperwork and equipment including but not limited to: heat sheets, schedules, office supplies, and start lists
Ensure coaches are properly up to date in terms of sport-specific certifications, Class A forms, and Protective Behaviors
Print and prepare resources for coaches before each coach training sessions
Manage the process of all athlete and volunteer registrations, registered training programs, and games registration forms.
Maintain sport-specific data regarding athlete participation in trainings, as well as athlete attendance at sub-area, area, regional, and state competitions
Conduct audits to ensure program compliance with policies and procedures
Track athlete participation per sport to support program growth
Collaborate with the Sr. Manager of Sports Training and Competition to understand uniform, equipment, and supply needs and place orders
Manage delegation registration at exhibition and regional competitions and perform other duties as assigned at exhibition and regional competitions.
Following each exhibition and regional games, enter results and send post games reports
Lead all delegation members in the preparation for state games: Submit housing forms, disseminate schedules, memos, and information from the State Office
Maintain current knowledge of Special Olympics Florida sports rules, policies, and procedure
Attend area, regional, and state competitions as necessary
Support cause marketing campaigns including the Publix Torch Icon Campaign, Jersey Mike’s and other fundraising efforts
Availability to work nights and weekends
Additional duties as needed