Director, Professional Sports Programs & Operations

ESF Camps & Experiences; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ESF Camps & Experiences is seeking a motivated leader to manage professional sports programs across multiple states, build teams, and ensure exceptional camp experiences.

You will oversee projects, coordinate with partners and venues, and supervise staff while managing budgets and operations during peak summer seasons. This role requires hands-on leadership and travel across locations.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of proven leadership experience in professional sports, collegiate athletics, sports operations, event management, sports programming, or a related field.
• Experience in teaching, organizing, coaching and/or competing in basketball and/or baseball at an organized level preferred.
• Demonstrated success managing projects, coordinating logistics, and working with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead Projects & Operations: plan, coordinate, and execute professional sports camps and experiences across PA, NJ, DE, and FL within budget and high standards.
• Bring Sports Experiences to Life: coordinate with partners, venues, vendors, and internal teams to deliver programs and events.
• Be A Hands-On Leader: oversee camp readiness, facilities, equipment, logistics, and on-site operations; solve problems as needed.
• Lead & Develop: support Camp Directors and seasonal staff, set expectations, build relationships, and foster accountability.
• Manage Relationships: communicate with partners, ESF leadership, families, and cross-functional teams.
• Drive Results: manage program budgets and resources, evaluate performance, identify opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

ESF Camps & Experiences is seeking a motivated leader to manage professional sports programs across multiple states, build teams, and ensure exceptional camp experiences.

You will oversee projects, coordinate with partners and venues, and supervise staff while managing budgets and operations during peak summer seasons. This role requires hands-on leadership and travel across locations.