Manager, Coaches Education and Competition

Special Olympics Ohio; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Special Olympics Ohio is seeking a Manager, Coaches Education and Competition in Westerville, OH to develop curricula for coaches and manage large-scale sporting events. The role supports regional leadership, analyzes data, and ensures privacy and safety compliance.

The position is full-time, exempt, with travel 15-25% within Ohio, and typical hours Monday–Friday 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., with occasional evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Sport Management, Education or related field.
• Strong sports background; knowledge of sports coaching and training methodologies.
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office product series and relevant sports database systems.
• Position is full-time, exempt.
• Days/hours of work - Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Evening/weekend work required as position demands, at times can be extensive.
• Independent in-state travel required, including independent overnight and weekend travel as an essential function of position.
• Required to maintain and provide proof of valid, current state driver’s license and automobile property and casualty insurance at all times.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement educational programs and clinics for coaches.
• Create training materials and resources to enhance coaches’ skills and knowledge for both virtual and in-person sessions.
• Work directly with existing sport directors to determine necessary learning outcomes.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of educational programs and make necessary adjustments.
• Maintain accurate records of coaches, events, training programs, and certifications.
• Analyze data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Assist in organizing and coordinating large-scale sporting events, including logistics, scheduling, volunteer management, and day of operations.
• Ensure all events comply with Special Olympics Ohio standards and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure successful event delivery.
• Ensure data privacy and security in compliance with organizational policies.
• Monitor and implement SOOH approved sports, rules, policies and procedures.
• Strong organizational skills; ability to multi-task effectively.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; public speaking skills are a must.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and conflict management skills.
• Ability to work with diverse personalities and lead by example.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Ability to build effective relationships with a diverse and varied group of people.
• Strong ability to train, recruit, and activate volunteers.
• Professional judgement and accountability.

Skills

Public speaking

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Conflict management

Independent work ethic

Relationship building

Volunteer management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Sport Management, Education or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Sports databases

Job description

Job Title: Manager, Coaches Education and Competition

Reports to: Director, Sports and Competition

Job Classification: Exempt (Salaried)

Supervisory Responsibilities: No

Location: This position is located in the Westerville, Ohio office

Travel: 15-25% within Ohio

SUMMARY

The Manager, Coaches Education and Competition, will develop and implement educational curricula for coaches across the state, and manage data effectively. This position will support the planning and execution of large-scale sporting events and offer support to regional leadership when necessary.

Essential Functions

(Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.)

• Develop and implement educational programs and clinics for coaches
• Create training materials and resources to enhance coaches’ skills and knowledge for both virtual and in-person sessions
• Work directly with existing sport directors to determine necessary learning outcomes
• Evaluate the effectiveness of educational programs and make necessary adjustments
• Maintain accurate records of coaches, events, training programs, and certifications
• Analyze data to identify trends and areas for improvement
• Assist in organizing and coordinating large-scale sporting events, including logistics, scheduling, volunteer management, and day of operations
• Ensure all events comply with Special Olympics Ohio standards and safety protocols
• Collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure successful event delivery
• Ensure data privacy and security in compliance with organizational policies
• Monitor and implement SOOH approved sports, rules, policies and procedures
• Strong organizational skills; ability to multi-task effectively
• Strong oral and written communication skills; public speaking skills are a must
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and conflict management skills
• Ability to work with diverse personalities and lead by example
• Demonstrated ability to work independently
• Ability to build effective relationships with a diverse and varied group of people
• Strong ability to train, recruit, and activate volunteers
• Professional judgement and accountability

Preferred Education, Experience, & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Sport Management, Education or a related field
• Strong sports background necessary; knowledge of sports coaching and training methodologies
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office product series and relevant sports database systems
• Position is full-time, exempt
• Days/hours of work - Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Evening/weekend work required as position demands, at times can be extensive
• Independent in-state travel required, including independent overnight and weekend travel as an essential function of position
• Required to maintain and provide proof of valid, current state driver’s license and automobile property and casualty insurance at all times.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Special Olympics is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive

consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.