Manager, Sports & Recreation (Youth Baseball and Sofball)

Missouri Park and Recreation Association; Elche; On-site; EUR 58,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Long-term disability

Paid time off

403b retirement

Free family membership

Staff discounts

Job summary

Jewish Community Center of Greater KC is hiring for a Manager, Sports & Recreation (Youth Baseball and Softball). The role oversees day-to-day operations, leagues, scheduling, registration, staffing and communication to ensure a high-quality player and family experience.

The position focuses on program growth, fiscal stewardship and training of part-time staff, with flexible evening/weekend hours during the Spring/Summer season and ongoing responsibilities year-round.

Qualifications

• Two+ years of experience in a sports and recreation leadership role.
• Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management or related field.
• Experience in baseball/softball administration preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication and planning abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversees day-to-day baseball/softball leagues operations, scheduling and staff.
• Coach/supervise clinics, programs and camps as needed.
• Manage budgets and revenue opportunities for programs.
• Coordinate with directors and other departments to promote registration.
• Recruit, train, supervise and evaluate part-time staff and umpires.
• Ensure youth protection policies and safety standards are met.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Problem-solving

Flexibility

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management or related

Experience in baseball/softball administration

Tools

Budgeting software

CRM/HR software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Jewish Community Center of Greater KC

Sports & Recreation at The J provides opportunities for fun, recreation, and skill development in a welcoming and inclusive environment. The J’s Sports & Recreation facilities include five outdoor ballfields with lights, three of which are artificial turf fields; two gymnasiums for basketball, volleyball and pickleball; two tennis courts; four racquetball courts; four outdoor pickleball courts and an indoor turf space. Programming includes leagues, clinics and camps for both youth and adults in a variety of sports.

Jewish Community Center of Greater KC

Sports & Recreation at The J provides opportunities for fun, recreation, and skill development in a welcoming and inclusive environment. The J’s Sports & Recreation facilities include five outdoor ballfields with lights, three of which are artificial turf fields; two gymnasiums for basketball, volleyball and pickleball; two tennis courts; four racquetball courts; four outdoor pickleball courts and an indoor turf space. Programming includes leagues, clinics and camps for both youth and adults in a variety of sports.
The Manager, Sports & Recreation (Youth Baseball and Softball) is one of several Manager positions within The J’s Sports & Recreation department and reports to the Director of Sports & Recreation. This position coordinates and oversees all day-to-day operations and administration of The J's youth baseball and softball programs, including, but not limited to, league administration, scheduling, registration, staffing and communication. The Manager is responsible for program growth, fiscal sustainability, and effective resource management, including the recruitment, training, supervision, and evaluation of part-time and seasonal staff. The Manager also ensures compliance with The J’s youth protection policies, health and safety standards, and operational procedures.
Baseball and softball programming operates year-round, with a smaller Fall league, a larger Spring/Summer league, and camps & clinics offered year-round. The Spring/Summer season runs from April through early July and represents the program’s busiest period, requiring evening and weekend hours as operational demands dictate. A flexible work schedule is permitted to accommodate these seasonal demands and balance programming needs throughout the year. This is an exciting time for The J’s baseball program, which recently celebrated a record-breaking spring season for player registrations and continues to grow. With more than 1,700 players participating during the Spring/Summer season, this position offers an opportunity to build on that momentum, strengthen the program’s operations, and enhance the experience for players, families, coaches, and volunteers.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• 403b Retirement plan (non-profit version of a 401k) with employer contribution and match
• Free Family Membership to our facilities (fitness center, pool, etc.)
• Staff discounts on preschool, camp, after-school care and more

Essential Functions

• Works collaboratively with the Director of Sports & Recreation and other department staff to advance the mission of The J and the achieve departmental goals for youth baseball and softball.
• Oversees the day-to-day operations of all baseball and softball leagues, including field assignments, game scheduling, team formations, practice coordination, and game-day logistics.
• Coach/supervise clinics, programs, and camps as needed.
• Maintains baseball and softball equipment, including pitching machines, batting tees, helmets, bases, field equipment, and other programs supplies.
• Coordinates field and facility readiness, including inspections, maintenance requests, field preparation, equipment setup, and communication regarding weather-related delays or cancellations.
• Recruits, hires, trains, schedules, supervises, and evaluates umpires, supervisors, coaches, and other seasonal staff.
• Develops and implements training and onboarding procedures for umpires and game supervisors to ensure consistent rule interpretation, effective game operations, and a positive experience for players and families.
• Manages league administration, including player registration, team rosters, schedules, standings, game results, statistics, rule implementation, and communication with coaches and families.
• Develops and manages the Baseball and Softball budgets ensuring fiscal responsibility, while maximizing revenue opportunities.
• Partners with Marketing & Communications to promote baseball and softball registration, communicate important program updates, coordinate signage, and support digital, traditional, and social media marketing initiatives.
• Identifies opportunities to increase participation, improve program efficiency, enhance the player and family experience, and generate revenue through effective programming, enrollment growth, and responsible resource management.
• Works collaboratively with internal departments, community partners, coaches, officials, and volunteers to plan league programming, special events, clinics, and other baseball and softball initiatives.
• Creates, enforces, and oversees all policies, administrative and budgeting aspects of the program(s) and service(s) within their program area(s), including overseeing payroll and maintaining records and statistics as required.
• Support the Director by monitoring youth protection policies and enforcement as needed.
• Performs additional duties as assigned by the Director of Sports and Recreation.

Requirements

• Two+ years of experience as Director, Supervisor or Manager of a Sports and Recreation program or department
• Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management, Sports Administration, Business Administration, or a relatable field or comparable experience
• Background and experience in baseball and/or softball as a coach or administrator is preferred
• Entrepreneurial approach to running a Sports and Recreation facility/program: takes ownership of the program’s success; actively seeks innovative ways to grow and improve; and is able to set goals, measure and evaluate outcomes; and adjusts operations based on quantitative budget and customer satisfaction data
• Strong leadership skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong time management and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with technology related to finances, customer relations/service and employee management
• Ability to work a flexible schedule which includes evening and weekend availability during the peak Spring/Summer season
• Physical Requirements
• Must be able to move freely around the Fitness, Sports & Aquatics facilities.
• Must be able to lift 25 lbs. Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time outdoors.