Sr. Manager, Sports Training & Competition –West Coast

Special Olympics Florida; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Special Olympics Florida in Tampa, FL seeks a Sr. Manager, Sports Training & Competition –West Coast to oversee year-round training and competition opportunities for athletes and volunteers in Areas 5 & 7. You will manage the sports staff, secure venues, and ensure programs align with regional goals.

The role requires coordinating with the Regional Director and supervising Managers of Sports Administration and Sports Training & Competition. Travel bi-weekly to regional offices is expected.

Qualifications

• BS/BA preferred or equivalent.
• 5+ years office experience.
• Excellent organizational skills and detail oriented.
• Strong written and verbal communication, including tele/video conferencing.
• Extensive computer experience with word processing, database input/management, Microsoft Suite.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning and implementation of all Special Olympics Florida training and competitions in assigned areas.
• Directly manage sports training and competition in Areas 5 & 7.
• Secure Exhibition and Regional Games site venues, insurance, and EMT services.
• Supervise Managers of Sports Administration and Managers of Sports Training and Competition in assigned areas.
• Ensure staff are trained on SOFL policies and procedures and office protocols.
• Maintain knowledge of SOFL sports rules, policies, and procedures.
• Lead team meetings and post-event reviews; prepare post-event reports.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Video conferencing

MS Office

Attention to detail

Attendance

Education

BS/BA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Games Management System (GMS)

Job description

Position:Sr. Manager, Sports Training & Competition –West Coast

Location: Tampa, FL

Job Id:464

# of Openings:1

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: Sr. Manager, Sports Training & Competition –West Coast

Department: Programs

Supervisor: Regional Director

Job Role:

The Sr. Manager, Sports Training & Competition is responsible for creating quality competition opportunities and ensuring year-round training options exist for athletes and volunteers within assigned areas. Additionally, the Sr. Manager Sport Training & Competition is tasked with managing the sports staff within assigned areas.

Qualifications:

• BS/BA preferred
• 5+ year’s office experience
• Excellent organizational skills and detail oriented
• Good written and communication skills, including tele/video conferencing methods
• Extensive computer experience in word processing, database input and management, Microsoft Suite required
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects including the handling of routine administrative paperwork, phone calls and filing. Produce ad hoc reports as required.
• Interest in sports and/or intellectual disabilities helpful, but not required
• Knowledge of Games Management System (GMS) preferred
• Regular attendance required

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the planning and implementation of all Special Olympic Florida training and competitions in assigned areas, ensuring a high-quality experience for all participants
• Directly manage sports training and competition in Areas 5 & 7
• Secure Exhibition and Regional Games site venues, insurance, and EMT services
• Supervise Managers of Sports Administration and Managers of Sports Training and Competition in assigned areas
• Ensure that all staff is properly trained on Special Olympics Florida policies and procedures and office protocol
• Maintain current knowledge of Special Olympics Florida sports rules, policies, and procedures
• Lead team meetings to ensure progress toward strategic goals and timely planning for competitions
• Lead after-action meetings following each competition to ensure thoughtful and thorough reflection and necessary adjustments in future planning
• Send post-event surveys to all stakeholders and analyze results
• Collaborate with Regional Director to develop comprehensive post-event reports to illustrate event successes, challenges, survey results, and finances.
• Work collaboratively with Managers of Sports Administration to ensure all athlete forms are processed and cleared within the set deadlines
• Monitor sports training and competition calendar to adhere to all deadlines
• Ensure coaches are properly trained in all SOFL policies and procedures including but not limited to sport rules, general rules, administrative processes, communication procedures, travel policy, and housing policy
• Oversee competition preparation in GMS
• Oversee delegation registration for all levels of competition
• Oversee the inventory management of equipment, banners, awards, uniforms, and other items
• Contract with food vendors and devise meal plans, costs, and menus. Ensure that special dietary needs are met
• Ability to travel on bi-weekly basis to offices in the assigned region
• Attend Exhibition, Regional, and State Games
• Other duties as assigned

Special Requirements:

• Must be able to travel and complete weekend and evening duties as assigned