Recreation Director Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Organized, dependable, and comfortable working independently.
• Strong communicator who enjoys working with coaches and families.
• Comfortable making decisions and solving problems in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive, approachable, and willing to jump in wherever needed.
• Passionate about creating a great youth soccer experience.
• Comfortable working evenings and weekends during the soccer season.
• Familiar with youth soccer and/or recreation sports programs.
• Comfortable using technology and learning Club systems such as PlayMetrics.
• Able to work effectively with a wide range of coaches, players, parents, and Club staff.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience coaching, managing youth sports, or working in soccer is strongly preferred.
• Playing experience is a plus, but the ability to lead, communicate, organize, and support people is most important.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the day-to-day operation of the Tega Cay Recreation program.
• Help coordinate practices, games, fields, equipment, and other program logistics.
• Be present at designated practices and game days to support coaches, players, and families.
• Help identify and resolve issues quickly and professionally.
• Support the Recreation Director with season preparation and execution.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for recreation coaches.
• Help coaches understand schedules, expectations, rules, and Club procedures.
• Assist with coach onboarding and preseason preparation.
• Provide support to coaches during practices and games.
• Help recruit and retain volunteer coaches.
• Help create a welcoming, organized, and positive environment for players and families.
• Respond to questions and concerns from families and direct issues to the appropriate Club staff when needed.
• Help ensure players are placed on appropriate teams and that team-related issues are addressed.
• Represent Charlotte Independence Soccer Club professionally and positively within the Tega Cay community.
• Assist with game-day operations and field setup as needed.
• Help monitor fields and communicate field-related issues.
• Assist with referee and game-day logistics.
• Help ensure games and practices are running on time and according to Club expectations.
• Be prepared to step in and solve unexpected problems when they arise.
• Assist with team formation, scheduling, and other seasonal preparation.
• Utilize Club systems, including PlayMetrics, to help manage program information.
• Communicate important information to coaches and families.
• Track and report issues, trends, and program needs to the Recreation Director.
• Assist with special events, clinics, coach meetings, and other Club initiatives.