Recreational Program Manager - Nicholasville Community Center

The Sports Facilities Companies • Nicholasville, KY

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About The Position

The Sport League Program Manager oversees the organization and delivery of sports and non-sports programs at Nicholasville Community Center, including leagues, tournaments, after-school programs, camps, and other activities. The Manager works with program leaders and internal departments such as Operations and Marketing to plan and execute programming, manage schedules and budgets, and develop sales initiatives. The role also involves building relationships with community and third-party partners, supervising staff, and supporting facility operations and events as needed. The position is full-time and exempt.

Requirements

• Experience coaching or teaching both youth and adult sports.
• Proven track record of developing, marketing, and selling recreation and training programs.
• Excellent interpersonal, problem-solving, and negotiating skills.
• Ability to work as a team player.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications, or willingness to obtain them within a specified period.
• Bachelor’s degree in recreation, sports management, or a related field, with 3–5 years of appropriate experience.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds waist high.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods indoors or outdoors, and to squat, stoop, or bend.
• Ability to operate a computer.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and execute the facility’s sports programs, camps, leagues, and tournaments.
• Support other Operations Directors and Coaches.
• Manage the ongoing facility schedule.
• Develop programs for corporate, group, adult, youth, family, and special-interest markets.
• Develop and manage program budgets.
• Create and develop sales initiatives and goals for leagues, tournaments, and special events.
• Generate sales through networking, relationship building, and strategic alliances.
• Track and report weekly sales totals.
• Oversee all aspects of programs and special activities.
• Work with third-party partners to maximize revenue and attract events.
• Hire, train, manage, and motivate staff.
• Participate in operational functions as needed, including event setup and execution, attending scheduled events and meetings, and assisting other departments during outside or special events.
• Serve as Manager on Duty on weekends or during events.
• Perform additional tasks assigned by management.

What This Job Offers

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