Youth Basketball Program Coordinator

Kroenke Sports & Entertainment•Denver, CO

1d•$21•Onsite

About The Position

The goal of the Denver Nuggets youth basketball department is to increase the participation, passion, and quality of youth basketball in the State of Colorado. This is achieved through various programming and relationships with local youth basketball operators. The youth basketball program coordinator will work in tandem with the director of youth basketball to execute all youth basketball programming including but not limited to camps, clinics, Jr. Nuggets, game-day programming, partnership opportunities, and community relations opportunities. The ideal candidate for this role would be a highly energetic coach who can work as a member of a team, lead a team, and work alone in a competitive and professional environment.

Requirements

College degree or equivalent experience
Three years of basketball coaching experience at the recreational, middle school, high school, or collegiate level
One year or volunteer, part-time, or full-time supervision
Experience in building or executing youth sports programs
High school or collegiate level playing experience
Customer service experience
Basic operational knowledge of the Microsoft office suite
Ability to pass a background check
Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely and legally
Ability to travel in the state and occasionally out of state
Applicants must meet these minimum qualifications at the time of hire
A strong passion for youth basketball
Strong basketball coaching experience
Leadership ability
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as in a team environment
Ability to plan and execute entertaining and knowledgeable camps and clinics
Positive culture builder/contributor
Ability to manage a part-time team
History of collaborating with parents and children
Ability to communicate with individuals of all ages and all experience levels in a clear and concise manner
Ability to multitask and solve unique/complex problems
Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays

Responsibilities

Serve as lead clinician and manager on duty for Denver Nuggets Basketball Academy (DNBA) camps, clinics, and events
In conjunction with the director, help design, create, and execute long term scalable DNBA programming
Work with different departments to acquire resources, create marketing materials, and promote camps, clinics, and Jr. Nuggets
Build relationships with community partners to expand overall participation and quality of youth basketball programming
Help drive group ticket sales through DNBA programming
Help develop and grow the Denver Nuggets Kids’ Club
Help develop a list of sponsorable DNBA assets and programs
Maintain and facilitate registration and execution of all DNBA camps and clinics
Collaborate with community recreation centers to execute Jr. Nuggets programming
Serve as the main customer service representative for all DNBA participants
Lead, train, and schedule a group of part-time coaches
Other duties as assigned