Program Director of Clubs

Fellowship of Christian Athletes•Tyler, TX

19h

About The Position

The Program Director of Clubs assists with the development and management of sport programs and ensures the effective operation of FCA Sports processes, systems, and resources across Clubs. The role integrates sports management with ministry to foster Christ-centered Clubs that promote athletic excellence and spiritual growth. Responsibilities include managing Club operations, establishing logistics, securing facilities, maintaining relationships with governing bodies, Clubs, and tournaments, developing outreach strategies, expanding program offerings, and building strategic partnerships to grow participation. The position carries ministerial responsibilities central to FCA's mission. The role is expected to be carried out in service to God, in accordance with FCA's Christian Community, through spiritual practices and leadership, participation in a local church, and conduct consistent with FCA's biblical standards. The Program Director leads and supports staff, volunteers, coaches, and athletes through prayer, Bible study, worship, and personal example. The Program Director oversees Club administration and operations, including registration, certification, coach and volunteer onboarding, financial stewardship, facilities, equipment, events, communications, and relationships with sports organizations and local churches. The role advances ministry through discipleship and FCA Sports E3 programs, develops coaches and volunteers, and supports donor relationships, fundraising, budgeting, and financial plans.

Responsibilities

Carry out ministerial duties in accordance with FCA's Christian Community and mission, including spiritual practices, participation in a local church, and conduct consistent with FCA's Christian beliefs.
Provide spiritual leadership to staff, volunteers, coaches, and athletes through prayer, Bible study, worship, and personal example.
Fulfill FCA administrative requirements for Club registration, certification, coach qualification, financial stewardship, and training.
Register Clubs in VIP and support implementation and training for the Club Management System (Sports Connect).
Assist with coach and volunteer onboarding using VIP.
Manage Club financial operations and fulfill external administrative requirements with governing bodies, Clubs, tournaments, referee associations, and facilities.
Organize games, tournaments, tournament entry and hosting, evaluations, coach and referee training, practices, and end-of-season events.
Coordinate procurement and distribution of uniforms and equipment, including ordering uniforms and coaches' gear through the FCA Gear specialist.
Secure training and competition facilities, coordinate contracts and leases, and collaborate with facility contacts on usage protocols.
Ensure coaches and staff remain current with applicable governing-body requirements, certifications, and training.
Create calendars for tryouts, training, competitions, camps, and other ministry opportunities.
Train and develop coaches by modeling, assisting, observing, launching them into roles, and establishing mentorship and assistant-coaching opportunities.
Supervise tryouts, practices, and games to support sport and ministry excellence.
Provide quality parent communication and ministry, recruit families and athletes, and market Clubs.
Develop relationships with governing bodies, other Clubs, and local church staff, engaging them through Gospel-centered work and integrity.
Provide resources and connections to help athletes further their playing or educational careers.
Address and resolve conflicts as needed.
Integrate local church involvement with Clubs to support continued ministry after the sports season.
Engage, equip, and empower coaches, athletes, and volunteers through one-on-one meetings, Huddles, and events.
Integrate ministry into sports and lead E3 discipleship programs and development opportunities for coaches, athletes, and families.
Build a community of coaches committed to growing, sharing, celebrating, and gathering around their sport.
Implement the FCA Sports E3 Strategy for coaches, athletes, and parents in the Clubs.
Recruit, train, and develop volunteers in alignment with ministry growth goals, and develop future leaders for the role and other leadership positions.
Connect with, communicate with, and care for existing and prospective financial partners to support full funding.
Manage and steward assigned-area finances; establish and execute an annual budget and funding plan through the Home Team, major donors, and events.
Create fundraising opportunities for players and families.
Minister to donors and board members through consistent connection, communication, and care; engage donors, form advisory teams, and lead fundraising efforts.