Sports Management Associate - Sports Management Development Program

United States Bowling Congress; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) + match

PTO

Holiday pay

Job summary

United States Bowling Congress (USBC) offers a paid 100-day Sports Management Development training program. The Sports Management Associate role provides hands-on experience across departments such as Finance, Marketing, and IT, with opportunities to work on projects and learn through workshops.

Ideal candidates are self-driven, eager to develop a career in sports administration, and willing to participate in a potential domestic assignment with USBC events.

Qualifications

• Business degree or relevant experience required.
• Interest in working for a sports organization.
• Must pass the RVP program and maintain a "Green Light" status.
• Must adhere to the USBC Registered Volunteer Program Code of Conduct.

Responsibilities

• Observe and learn from experienced staff.
• Complete assigned tasks and assist with day-to-day operations.
• Participate in meetings, workshops, and other learning opportunities.
• Build business relationships inside and outside the organization.
• Train with departments across the organization.
• Perform related duties and projects as assigned.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Multitasking

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Time management

Flexibility

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Word

Job description

PROGRAM: Sports Management Development Program

JOB TITLE: Sports Management Associate

LOCATION: Arlington, TX

POS ITION TYPE: Full-Time

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

REPORTS TO: TBD

WORK HOURS: Monday – Friday 8 AM – 5 PM, with the ability to work weekends and/or extended hours, as needed.

WHY WORK FOR USBC:

If you're passionate about your work, thrive in a positive office culture and get excited about bowling, then the United States Bowling Congress wants you! We’re looking for someone who is ready to start an interesting, challenging, and rewarding career with us at USBC. We offer a fulfilling and dynamic workplace with great benefits.

Become part of A Future For The Sport!

POSITION SUMMARY:

The USBC paid training program is designed to prepare you for career opportunities within our organization and the sports industry. Over a period of 100 days, you will get hands-on training and experience in every aspect of a national governing body for the sport of bowling. From Team USA to Finance to Marketing, and everything in between. Study each area within this non-profit organization through a fully paid training program that seeks to establish job placement upon completion of the training program.

If you are a self-driven, independent individual looking to reach your full potential in the sports industry, the Sport Administration Management Trainee position is the perfect opportunity for you.

This position may include a temporary domestic assignment for an extended period as a staff member at the USBC Open and/or Women’s Championships.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Observing and learning from experienced staff members.
• Completing all assigned tasks and assisting with day-to-day operations.
• Participating in meetings, workshops, and other learning opportunities.
• Gaining knowledge of company policies, protocols, and processes.
• Building business relationships within and outside of the organization.
• Train with the following departments:

• Association/Membership Services
• Coaching
• Communications
• Digital Media
• Equipment Specifications
• Finance
• Human Resources
• Information Technology
• Marketing
• Rules and Compliance
• Strategic Planning
• Team USA
• Tournaments
• Youth Development

• Perform other related duties and projects as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (specifically, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word).
• Comfortable multitasking and working in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Strong client-facing and teamwork skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to remain flexible, handling changing priorities.

• Ability to quickly learn new and custom technology platforms.
• Ability to maintain strong attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through.
• Ability to adhere to company policies and procedures.

EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Business degree or relevant experience.
• Interest in working for a sports organization.
• Must pass the RVP program and maintain a \"Green Light\" status.
• Must adhere to the Code of Conduct of the USBC Registered Volunteer Program is a condition of employment and continued employment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Must be able to move/lift up to 50 lbs.

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS:

• Compensation paid commensurate on experience.
• Benefits (Health, Medical, FSA, HSA, Dental, Vision, Life, 401(k) + match, PTO, Holiday Pay, and more).

TRAVEL: TBD