Camps Program Manager

Sports Careers; Sandy (UT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Sports Careers in Sandy, Utah, is seeking a Camps Program Manager to plan, promote, coordinate, and evaluate youth soccer camps, tournaments, and community programs. You will lead program operations, staffing, safety, customer service, and collaborate with partners to deliver excellent participant experiences.

You will develop curricula, recruit and supervise part-time staff, manage budgets, ensure safety protocols, and monitor program performance for growth and future offerings.

Qualifications

• Minimum two (2) years of experience managing youth sports programs, camps, or related activities.
• Valid Utah Driver’s License (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire).
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with deadlines.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel based on schedules.
• Background check and SafeSport certification.

Responsibilities

• Plan, promote, and execute youth soccer camps, tournaments, and community partnership events—including curriculum development.
• Ensure participant safety by implementing safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Assess program performance and identify opportunities for growth, improvement, and future offerings.
• Recruit, train, schedule, supervise, evaluate, and manage part-time staff and volunteers.
• Manage relationships with contracted camp service providers.
• Partner with Marketing to drive registration, web content, social media, and promotional initiatives.
• Assist in developing, administering, and monitoring program and payroll budgets.
• Provide responsive, professional customer service and ensure positive participant experiences.
• Prepare accurate reports, documentation, and performance summaries.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Multitasking

Problem solving

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Recreation/Physical Education/Sports Science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Registration systems

Inventory management

Job description

Summary

The Camps Program Manager is responsible for planning, promoting, coordinating, and evaluating youth soccer camps, tournaments, and community programming. This role leads program operations, staffing, safety, customer service, and collaboration with internal and external partners to deliver exceptional participant and family experiences.

Responsibilities Include

• Plan, promote, and execute youth soccer camps, tournaments, and community partnership events—including curriculum development.
• Ensure participant safety by implementing safety protocols, emergency procedures, and child protection standards.
• Assess program performance and identify opportunities for growth, improvement, and future offerings.
• Recruit, train, schedule, supervise, evaluate, and manage part-time staff and volunteers.
• Manage relationships and performance expectations with contracted camp service providers.
• Partner with Marketing to drive registration, web content, social media, and promotional initiatives.
• Assist in developing, administering, and monitoring program and payroll budgets.
• Purchase, maintain, and inventory camp equipment, apparel, and supplies.
• Provide responsive, professional customer service—address inquiries, resolve concerns, and ensure positive participant experiences.
• Ensure timely collection and reconciliation of program fees.
• Prepare accurate reports, documentation, records, and performance summaries.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum two (2) years of experience managing youth sports programs, camps, or related activities.
• Valid Utah Driver’s License (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire).
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask, problem-solve, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with parents, athletes, staff, and community partners.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with registration or inventory systems preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and travel based on camp and event schedules.
• Ability to pass a background check and obtain SafeSport certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Recreation, Physical Education, Sports Science or other closely related field; Or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
• USSF National C License preferred or D minimum (or equivalent)
• Spanish-Bilingual preferred

Physical Demands And Work Environment

This position requires frequent standing, walking, kneeling, bending, or lifting equipment up to 15 lbs and occasional lifting over 50 lbs. Work occurs in both indoor and outdoor environments, sometimes in varying weather conditions. Computer work, phone use, and extended periods of activity are required.

Real Salt Lake provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to req