Sports Programming Manager - Sand Mountain Park & Amphitheater

The Sports Facilities Companies; Albertville (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sports League Program Manager at Sand Mountain Park & Amphitheater in Albertville, AL leads youth and adult sports leagues, camps, and clinics. You will shape a first-class programming experience for participants, coaches, officials, and spectators across offerings.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree (preferred) in recreation or sports management and 3–5 years of sports programming experience, with a track record in scheduling multiple events at one location, strong customer service,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in recreation or sports management.
• 3-5 years in sports programming preferred.
• Proven success generating community interest through sports programming.
• Experience scheduling multiple events at one location during the same timeframe.
• Experience in customer service and programming administration.
• Action-oriented with a get-it-done attitude and proficiency for efficiency.
• Proven ability to evaluate team member performance based on established standards.

Responsibilities

• Directly align with the venue's Mission Statement and Core Values.
• Develop and execute all aspects of sports leagues and camp programming.
• Provide effective training, workflow structure, and leadership for the Sports Programming Coordinator, Sports Administrative Coordinator, and Sports Coordinator roles.
• Develop and effectively manage program budgets.
• Hire, train, develop, and schedule all Scorekeepers and Camp Counselors.
• Effectively manage all aspects of the program/camp registration process.
• Effectively manage the uniform selection and distribution process for all youth sports leagues.
• Create an efficient purchasing/registration experience for all programming customers.
• Assist with managing the venue-wide schedule.
• Continuously developing programming that targets various markets ranging from corporate, group, adult, youth, family, and special interest groups; maximizing utilization and positive impact within our community.
• Track and report programming attendance data on a weekly and monthly basis.
• Use stakeholder feedback to implement programming improvement initiatives.
• Effectively collaborate with the Marketing Team to support their programming/camp campaign efforts.
• Execute all programming league and post-season play scheduling; create a fair and competitive playing experience for all participants.
• Effective oversight of the scheduling of all officials for all leagues.
• Serve as MOD during all scheduled shifts.

Skills

Program scheduling

Budget management

Staff training

Registration management

Customer service

Event coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelors degree in recreation or sports management

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Facility management software

Job description

SPORTS LEAGUE PROGRAM MANAGER - Sand Mountain Park & Amphitheater

SMP SFM, LLC

LOCATION: Albertville, AL

DEPARTMENT: SPORTS PROGRAMMING

REPORTS TO: DIRECTOR OF LOCAL PROGRAMMING

STATUS: FULL-TIME (EXEMPT)

About The Company

Sand Mountain Park & Amphitheater is a premier sport, recreation and entertainment destination focused on improving the health and economic vitality of Albertville, AL. You will be joining a championship level team focused on fun, fulfillment and service built to enrich the community as well as your career and personal growth.

Sand Mountain Park & Amphitheater is a managed facility by Sports Facilities Management, LLC, a Sports Facilities Companies company. SFC is the nation's leading resource for managing and developing sports, recreation, wellness, and events facilities. We provide a highly collaborative and supportive culture that raises our team members to new levels of career growth. Together, we will carve a path in a hyper-growing industry where you will enjoy the journey and learn from the industry's best while having some fun.

SFC has been awarded national recognition as a Top Workplace and is considered a workplace of choice. Our mission-focused company is highly entrepreneurial, team-oriented with a culture centered on collaboration, accountability, excellence, and service. We are growing rapidly and looking for high performers at every level to grow with us.

Position Summary

The Sports League Program Manager is responsible for all youth and adult sports leagues, sports camps/clinics, summer/school break camps, and additional programming options. This position is responsible for creating a first-class programming experience for all participants, coaches, officials, and spectators across all our offerings.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:

• Directly align with the venue's Mission Statement and Core Values
• Develop and execute all aspects of sports leagues and camp programming
• Provide effective training, workflow structure, and leadership for the Sports Programming Coordinator, Sports Administrative Coordinator, and Sports Coordinator roles
• Develop and effectively manage program budgets
• Hire, train, develop, and schedule all Scorekeepers and Camp Counselors
• Effectively manage all aspects of the program/camp registration process
• Effectively manage the uniform selection and distribution process for all youth sports leagues
• Create an efficient purchasing/registration experience for all programming customers
• Assist with managing the venue-wide schedule
• Continuously developing programming that targets various markets ranging from corporate, group, adult, youth, family, and special interest groups; maximizing utilization and positive impact within our community
• Track and report programming attendance data on a weekly and monthly basis
• Use stakeholder feedback to implement programming improvement initiatives
• Effectively collaborate with the Marketing Team to support their programming/camp campaign efforts
• Execute all programming league and post-season play scheduling; create a fair and competitive playing experience for all participants
• Effective oversight of the scheduling of all officials for all leagues
• Serve as MOD during all scheduled shifts
• Other duties as assigned by the leader

The Ideal Candidate Has

• Bachelor's degree in recreation or sports management or related field is preferred
• 3-5 years in sports programming is preferred
• Proven success in generating community interests and involvement through sports programming
• Proven experience in the successful scheduling and programming of multiple sporting events at one location during the same timeframe
• Experience and success in customer service and programming administration
• Action-oriented personality with a 'get it done' attitude and proficiency for efficiency
• Proven ability to evaluate team member performance based on established standards

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have proven track record of developing, marketing, and selling recreational programs
• Must have experience in programming setup & execution operations
• Must have knowledge of recreational/facility management software programs
• Must have excellent interpersonal and problem-solving negotiating skills
• Must be a team player
• Must have verbal and written communications skills
• Must have excellent computer skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Must be able to work a flexible work schedule (e.g., nights, weekends, holidays, and long hours)
• Must possess current CPR/AED/First Aid certification or must be willing to obtain them within 90 days of hire

Working Conditions And Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds waist high
• May be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time whether indoors or outdoors, and squat, stoop or bend
• Will be required to operate a computer
• Facility has intermittent noise