Youth Sports Development Director-MD

MVP360 Management • Silver Spring, MD

11h • Onsite

About The Position

MVP360 Sports & Entertainment Management is seeking a self-employed 1099 contractor to assist with developing youth sports programs in the Montgomery County, Maryland area, specifically within the parks and recreation center system. The role involves developing a variety of sports and programs across 30 recreational centers. Candidates familiar with and able to manage multiple sports are preferred.

Requirements

• Based in the Montgomery County MD area.
• 3+ years of experience in youth sports, recreation programming, or community sports operations.
• Educational background in sports management, recreation, or a related field.
• Proficiency with email, social media, related communication and promotion tools, and reporting spreadsheets.
• Extensive sport-specific knowledge or general athletics experience; multi-sport expertise preferred.
• Experience with program planning, event operations, and sports marketing execution.
• Experience working with recreation center directors.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Has a phone and laptop for contractor work.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Available to work afternoons, evenings, and weekends during the school year.
• Confident in leading coaches, sports activities and managing projects with creativity and problem-solving skills.
• Hardworking, dedicated, and thrives in a fast-paced indoor/outdoor environment.

Nice To Haves

• Familiar with and can manage multiple sports: Softball, Basketball, Lacrosse, Field Hockey, Floor Hockey, Tennis, Pickleball, Kickball, Volleyball, Flag Football, Baseball, and STEAM Programs, and more.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and establish engaging recreational sports events and programs at designated locations through the Montgomery County Maryland area.
• Recruit and identify enthusiastic staff for camps, clinics, and leagues. Assist with interviews and vetting process.
• Assess the needs of the population, and then plan, and staff a variety of sports leagues, fitness classes, and recreational events.
• Lead and facilitate group activities, explain mission, vision, demonstrate techniques, and coach participants of various ages and skill levels.
• Ensure a safe environment by conducting site visits, explaining and enforcing safety procedures and rules, managing equipment inventory and maintenance, and acquiring basic first aid knowledge.
• Perform administrative duties such as registering participants, tracking participation data, and preparing reports.
• Build positive relationships with Recreation Center Directors, participants, parents, staff, and external community organizations to foster interest and support for programs.
• Drive sports marketing and branding initiatives to elevate MVP360’s presence.
• Collaborate with the CEO and Director of Operations on additional projects as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree