Job title: Program Manager, Soccer
Company: America Scores Cleveland
Job description: Reports to: The Program DirectorLocation: In-person, Cleveland, OHHours: Full-Time, 40 hours per weekSalary Range: $42,000-48,000Benefits: Benefits include a generous PTO (Paid Time Off) & parental leave policy, medical and dental coverage, a 403(b) plan, and travel reimbursement.JOB SUMMARY:The Program Manager- Soccer works in collaboration with the America SCORES Cleveland staff, schools, and community partners to oversee all program activities related to our health and soccer programming. The Program Manager- Soccer will play a role within the program team to support the overall quality of our programs and support the organization’s mission to serve Cleveland youth through soccer, poetry, and service-learning.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Contribute to the America SCORES Cleveland team and overall operations: actively participate in annual goal-setting, initiatives, events, and day-to-day functioning with a team-centered approach; be open to giving and receiving constructive feedback; be open to fulfilling necessary jobs or roles as needed.Programming
- Oversee the implementation of all aspects of our soccer programming including curriculum modifications, structure, and the ordering, distribution, and collection of equipment.
- Lead the recruitment, hiring, training, evaluations, and on-going support of all Soccer Coaches
- Take the lead on planning and implementing all soccer related special events (2 minimum per year)
- Oversee the soccer/health evaluations (spring) and assist with all other program evaluation implementation and collection.
- Oversee all soccer/sports safety protocols for the organization; and ensure all soccer coaches and staff are in compliance with mandatory safety training (CPR/First Aid, Concussion, Cardiac Arrest, etc).
- Conducted program sites to ensure effective program delivery and implementation; serve as Substitute Coach, as needed.
- Oversee game day preparation, including scheduling, painting, and setting up soccer fields.
- Manage the recruitment and training of Referees and Game Day Coordinators.
- Plan, lead and manage soccer enrichment/extension programming including but not limited to summer, alumni, winter, City of Cleveland, etc.
- Oversee the work of part-time program coordinators with main responsibilities under soccer programming
- Develop and maintain partnerships with local soccer community partners, clubs, sports plex, etc.
- Stay abreast of youth sports health & safety guidelines and practices to ensure SCORES is always compliant and implementing best-practices.
- Assist with recruiting program participants
- Assist with the recruitment and training of liaisons and writing coaches.
- Assist in developing and delivering new & innovative programming, including new school recruitment.
- Assist with all other program aspects in collaboration with the program team
Additional Responsibilities:
- Assist and support community soccer supply drives and donations that benefit America SCORES Cleveland (creating wish list, accepting donations, overseeing the distribution of donations, etc)
- Assist with the planning, coordination, and execution of SCORES Cup, annual charity soccer tournament
- Attend occasional evening and weekend community- or school-based events on behalf of SCORES
- Support alumni relations and engagement in partnership with other program staff
- Assist and attend events hosted by the organization (Poetry SLAM, golf tournament, annual fundraiser)
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:Required:
- Passionate about America SCORES’ mission, public education, and working with under-represented communities to provide access to quality afterschool activities
- Strong background in the sport of soccer
- Highly motivated to continue improving the quality of America SCORES Cleveland’s youth development programming
- Extremely organized, detailed and task-oriented, and able to work on several projects at once, while also possessing the ability to improvise when necessary
- Some experience with program / project management
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft and/or Google Docs
- Excellent interpersonal skills with all stakeholders that make up the America SCORES Cleveland family, including the youth we serve, coaches and other staff, caregivers, principals, teachers and community partners
- Willingness and ability to learn quickly and pick up new skills; proactively identifies and creatively solves problems
- Able to work independently, reporting updates in a timely manner to the program team, Executive Director and/or school partners
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Candidates should own a car, as program sites are throughout the city.
- Candidate must pass a background check
- Must be flexible, dependable, and have a good sense of humor.
- Associate’s Degree or equivalent work experience in a related field.
Preferred:
- Background in coach development, youth sports, or health & wellness
- Experience working with youth and people from diverse backgrounds
- Proficiency in Spanish or other languages
- Experience in a public, private or non-profit organization, focused on youth service delivery or public education
- Supervisory experience
About the Organization:America SCORES Cleveland is a non-profit youth development organization focused on providing high quality after-school and summer programming that combines soccer, creative writing, poetry, and service-learning to 1st-8th grade students across the City of Cleveland. Our mission is to inspire youth to lead healthy lives, be engaged students, and have the confidence and character to make a difference in the world. By partnering with schools in communities that do not have widespread access to organized team sports or other enrichment activities, we are able to provide vital services that address both rising levels of childhood obesity and low literacy levels. America SCORES Cleveland is a proud affiliate of the national America SCORES network, with affiliate partners in cities across the United States and Canada. While part of a national network, America SCORES Cleveland operates as an independent 501(c)(3) organization with strong roots in the Cleveland community. America SCORES Cleveland has an annual budget of $726K.No phone calls please. Resumes accepted until position is filled. Early submission is highly recommended. Target hire date: Sept. 1, 2024
Expected salary: $42000 – 48000 per year
Location: Cleveland, OH
Job date: Sat, 20 Jul 2024 22:48:00 GMT
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