Regional Sports & Inclusion Programs Lead

Eastridge; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastridge Workforce Solutions in San Luis Obispo is seeking a Sports Manager to lead community sports and school-based inclusion programs across an assigned region. You will expand participation, manage events, support athletes and volunteers, and build relationships with schools and partners.

The role requires a bachelor's in a related field, 3–5 years in youth programming or sports administration, strong communication, and a proven ability to manage volunteers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years in youth programming, sports administration, recreation, or community programs.
• Experience managing volunteers, staff, or community programs.
• Strong communication, public speaking, organization, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities or inclusive programming preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage regional sports programming, competitions, tournaments, and community events, including logistics, facilities, equipment, registration, compliance, and volunteer coordination.
• Recruit, train, and support athletes, Unified Partners, coaches, volunteers, and community partners.
• Develop and maintain relationships with schools, districts, recreation departments, athletic programs, and community organizations.
• Support school inclusion initiatives by tracking engagement, providing resources, and helping schools implement inclusive sports and leadership programs.
• Oversee volunteer teams, interns, and event committees to ensure successful program execution.
• Assist with program budgets, reporting, inventory, contracts, and administrative processes.
• Promote community engagement, fundraising initiatives, health programs, and athlete leadership opportunities.
• Travel regularly throughout the assigned region to support events, partners, and programs.

Skills

Communication

Public Speaking

Organization

Relationship Building

Volunteer Management

Inclusive Programming

Education

Bachelor's degree in Sports Management, Recreation, Education, or related field

Job description

Eastridge Workforce Solutions in San Luis Obispo is seeking a Sports Manager to lead community sports and school-based inclusion programs across an assigned region. You will expand participation, manage events, support athletes and volunteers, and build relationships with schools and partners.

The role requires a bachelor's in a related field, 3–5 years in youth programming or sports administration, strong communication, and a proven ability to manage volunteers.