Athletic Operations Manager

Socket.dev; McKinney (TX); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base Salary + Performance Bonus

Paid Vacation

Flexible Schedule

Ability for Some Remote Work

Profit share available

Job summary

Socket.dev in North Texas leads youth enrichment programs by guiding coaches, building partnerships with schools and families, and representing programs at community events. You will drive engagement across two brands, improve program quality, and support expansion into new locations.

The role blends leadership, coaching, operations, marketing, and community outreach to create meaningful experiences for children and families. Strong communication and driving to sites are required.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in childcare or related field.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Superior customer service skills.
• Willingness to drive to locations as needed.
• Prior supervisory experience preferred.
• Sales experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead coaches and trainings to ensure program quality.
• Visit local schools and community partners to grow enrollment.
• Represent programs at family events and community gatherings.
• Help launch new program locations and expansions.
• Support marketing initiatives and enrollments across both brands.
• Meet with school directors and administrators to build partnerships.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Relationship building

Public speaking

Sales

Job description

Make an Impact Through Youth Sports

Do you enjoy working with kids, building relationships, and being active in your community?

We're looking for an organized, energetic leader to help grow two of the nation's leading youth enrichment programs: Super Soccer Stars and Amazing Athletes.

This is not a desk job.

You'll spend your time leading coaches, building relationships with schools and families, representing our programs at community events, and helping create amazing experiences for thousands of children throughout North Texas.

If you're someone who enjoys variety, leadership, and making a real impact, we'd love to meet you.

What You’ll Love About This Role

Every week looks different.

You might:

• Coach a youth sports class at a preschool
• Interview and train a new coach
• Visit local schools and community partners
• Represent our programs at a family event
• Help launch a new program location
• Support marketing initiatives
• Meet with school directors and administrators

This role combines leadership, coaching, operations, marketing, and community engagement into one exciting position.

What Success Looks Like

Within your first year, you'll:

• Build strong relationships with local schools and community partners
• Help recruit, train, and retain outstanding coaches
• Ensure classes run smoothly across multiple locations
• Increase visibility of our programs throughout the community
• Deliver exceptional experiences for families and children
• Support enrollment growth across both brands

Growth Opportunities

We're growing rapidly throughout North Texas and are looking for future leaders.

Top performers may have opportunities to:

• Work into ownership roles within territories
• Lead recruiting and training initiatives
• Oversee additional program locations
• This role serves as a pipeline for future executive leadership roles like our upcoming COO position

The Ideal Candidate

You may be a great fit if you:

• Love working with children and families
• Enjoy building relationships
• Are comfortable speaking with school administrators and community leaders
• Take ownership and solve problems independently
• Thrive in a role that combines office work with field work
• Enjoy leading and developing people
• Want to make a positive impact in your community

Requirements

This role offers flexibility, but the schedule varies based on program needs.

Most administrative work is completed during late mornings and afternoon business hours. Community events, trainings, and marketing activities may occasionally occur during evenings and weekends.

Successful candidates enjoy being active, adaptable, and engaged in the community.

REQUIREMENTS:

• At least two years of experience in a childcare organization or related experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Superior customer service skills
• Background working with schools and/or organizations pertaining to childcare.
• Must be willing to drive to locations as needed.
• Prior supervisory experience preferred.
• Sales experience preferred.
• Must pass state-required criminal background check.

Benefits

• Base Salary + Performance Bonus
• Paid Vacation
• Flexible Schedule
• Ability for Some Remote Work
• Profit share available after 6 months of strong performance