Growth-Driven Manager, Youth Baseball & Softball Programs

Jewish Community Center of Greater KC; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The J’s Sports and Recreation department is seeking a Manager, Sports and Recreation (Youth Baseball and Softball) to coordinate day-to-day operations, scheduling, staffing, and program growth. The role reports to the Director of Sports and Recreation and requires evening and weekend hours during peak Spring/Summer season.

The successful candidate will oversee leagues and field readiness, recruit and supervise staff, manage budgets and communications with families, coaches and volunteers, and

Qualifications

• 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 relatable field or comparable experience.
• Background and experience in baseball and/or softball as a coach or administrator 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

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of 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.
• Maintain baseball and softball equipment, including pitching machines, batting tees, helmets, bases, field equipment, and other program supplies.
• Coordinate field and facility readiness, including inspections, maintenance requests, field preparation, equipment setup, and communications regarding weather-related delays or cancellations.
• Recruit, hire, train, schedule, supervise, and evaluate umpires, supervisors, coaches, and other seasonal staff.
• Develop and implement 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.
• Manage league administration, including player registration, team rosters, schedules, standings, game results, statistics, rule implementation, and communications with coaches and families.
• Develop and manage Baseball and Softball budgets ensuring fiscal responsibility and maximizing revenue opportunities.
• Partner with Marketing & Communications to promote baseball and softball registration, communicate important program updates, coordinate signage, and support digital, traditional, and social media marketing initiatives.
• Identify 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.
• Work collaboratively with internal departments, community partners, coaches, officials, and volunteers to plan league programming, special events, clinics, and other baseball and softball initiatives.
• Create, enforce, and oversee 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.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Problem solving

Flexible scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Sports Management or related field

Job description

The J’s Sports and Recreation department is seeking a Manager, Sports and Recreation (Youth Baseball and Softball) to coordinate day-to-day operations, scheduling, staffing, and program growth. The role reports to the Director of Sports and Recreation and requires evening and weekend hours during peak Spring/Summer season.

The successful candidate will oversee leagues and field readiness, recruit and supervise staff, manage budgets and communications with families, coaches and volunteers, and