Assistant Director, Youth Hockey | Full-Time | Santander Arena

Spectra; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the live event industry seeks an Assistant Director of Youth Hockey to manage hockey programming and ensure player development under the Reading Royals Youth Hockey Association. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a Bachelor's degree, and extensive experience in youth sports management.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) savings plan

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in ice-related youth sports or 6 years of relevant experience.
• USA Hockey coaching certification required.
• Proven management experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a long-term vision for youth hockey programs.
• Create and manage annual budgets.
• Lead coach recruitment and team selection.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Leadership

Planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Oak View Group

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.

Position Summary

The Assistant Director of Youth Hockeyis responsible for the planning, implementation, and management of all youth hockey programming under the Reading Royals Youth Hockey Association. This role requires both independent initiative and teamwork to promote skill development, ensure safety, and foster an inclusive environment for players, coaches, and families.

This role will pay an annual salary of $50,000-$60,000.

Benefits for Full-Time roles: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays).

This position will remain open until August 22, 2025.

About the Venue

Santander Arena, located in downtown Reading, Pennsylvania, is a versatile venue that serves as the home arena for the Reading Royals, the ECHL affiliate of the Philadelphia Flyers. The Santander Arena has hosted an array of live events including concerts, Disney on Ice, and other family friendly events attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors annually.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a long-term vision and strategic objectives for all youth hockey programs.

• Create and manage annual revenue and expense budgets.

• Recruit, evaluate, and assist in selecting volunteer coaches.

• Organize and oversee tryouts and team selection for league and select programs.

• Lead initiatives for coach education and development.

• Design and facilitate player development programs across all levels.

• Ensure all programs support age-appropriate skill development.

• Coordinate and assign ice time for all youth hockey teams.

• Ensure proper team placement for all registered players.

• Appoint coaches to teams in coordination with staff and leadership.

• Serve as Tournament Director for all hosted youth hockey tournaments.

• Make independent decisions and perform duties with limited supervision.

• Develop and implement policies and procedures with a focus on risk management and safety.

• Oversee hockey-related equipment inventory and ensure safety standards.

• Plan and manage marketing initiatives for youth hockey programs.

• Supervise and provide direction to the Assistant Director of Youth Hockey.

• Collaborate with Reading Royals coaches and players to organize youth hockey clinics year-round.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 5+ years of experience in ice-related youth sports, or 6 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.

• Proven management and leadership experience.

• Background in a professional sports team environment preferred.

• USA Hockey coaching certification required.

• Demonstrated commitment to youth sports development.

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

• Strong organizational and planning abilities with follow-through.

Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens ourpeople, improves ourservice, and raises ourexcellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.