Program Director

i9 Sports - N. Columbus/Cincinnati E/NE

6d • Remote

About The Position

i9 Sports is the nation’s first and largest provider of youth sports leagues, camps and clinics, with a mission to help kids succeed in life through sports. This job is for a successful, independent franchisee of i9 Sports looking to expand their rapidly growing business. The Program Director is a hands-on, full-time role responsible for all aspects of promoting and running recreational youth sports for kids ages 3-14. This work-from-home opportunity offers a flexible schedule for a goal-oriented, independent self-starter with the drive and responsibility to manage themselves effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience
• Three-plus years of experience in a fast paced service environment
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to market to potential venue owners through in-person, telephone, and email
• Demonstrable ability to meet goals in a fast paced environment
• Ability to manage details
• Ability to identify and efficiently solve problems
• Highly motivated self-starter; must be able to work independently
• Positive attitude and a strong ability to build professional business relationships
• Proficiency in core Microsoft Office programs and comfort in learning and using new technology
• Must possess a valid driver's license
• Must have reliable transportation
• Must be able to work from home
• Applicants are subject to a pre-employment background check

Nice To Haves

• Preference for those who have managed staff
• Retail or restaurant experience can be a good crossover

Responsibilities

• Maintain relationships with existing venues hosting our programs
• Find new locations, per the business plan for our future leagues
• Market programs locally through in-person marketing events, distributing flyers in the community, and working with local marketing partners
• Hire, train, and manage part-time season staff to assist in executing the leagues
• Source coaches, build teams, build schedules, communicate with parents, conduct coach meetings, and execute the local leagues
• Maintain the local web site
• Work with the franchise owner to build the local business plan, while taking on the responsibility of executing that plan
• Responsible for customer service and customer satisfaction
• Responsible for maintaining the high standards of all of our programs

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Retirement plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees