Youth Basketball Coordinator

Ball Arena; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

PTO

401K

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

HSA

Flexible Spending Plan

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) in Denver, CO, is seeking a Youth Basketball Program Coordinator to implement Jr Nuggets camps, clinics, and events under the Youth Development – Basketball department.

You will collaborate with the director, lead a team of part-time coaches, manage registrations, build community partnerships, and help grow participation while delivering high-quality youth basketball experiences.

Qualifications

• College degree or equivalent experience required.
• Three years coaching basketball at recreational to varsity level.
• Background check and valid driver''s license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead Jr Nuggets camps, clinics, and events.
• Design and grow scalable Jr Nuggets programming.
• Coordinate with departments to promote camps and Jersey Program.
• Serve as primary customer service contact for Jr Nuggets participants.
• Schedule and train part-time coaching staff.

Skills

Basketball coaching

Youth program leadership

Customer service

Event coordination

Team management

Education

College degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Youth Basketball Program Coordinator

Department: Youth Development – Basketball

Business Unit: KSE

Location: Denver, CO

Reports To: Executive Director of Youth Sports

Employment Type: Full Time — Hourly — Non-Exempt

Supervisor Position: Yes

About Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE)

Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) is an American Sports and Entertainment holding company based in Denver, Colorado. KSE is committed to providing world class sports and entertainment for both live and broadcast audiences. We are the employer of choice as the owner and operator of Ball Arena, DICK’S Sporting Goods Park, the Paramount Theatre, Denver Nuggets (NBA), Colorado Avalanche (NHL), Colorado Mammoth (NLL), Colorado Rapids (MLS), Altitude Sports & Entertainment, Major League Fishing/Fishing League Worldwide (MLFLW), Winnercomm, Outdoor Sportsman Group, and SkyCam.

Position Overview:

The goal of the Denver Nuggets youth basketball department is to increase the participation, passion, and quality of youth basketball in the State of Colorado. This is achieved through various programming and relationships with local youth basketball operators. The youth basketball program coordinator will work in tandem with the director of youth basketball to execute all youth basketball programming including but not limited to camps, clinics, Jr. Nuggets, game-day programming, partnership opportunities, and community relations opportunities. The ideal candidate for this role would be a highly energetic coach who can work as a member of a team, lead a team, and work alone in a competitive and professional environment.

Position Duties

• Serve as lead clinician and manager on duty for Jr Nuggets camps, clinics, and events
• In conjunction with the director, help design, create, and execute long term scalable Jr Nuggets programming
• Work with different departments to acquire resources, create marketing materials, and promote camps, clinics, and Jr. Nuggets Jersey Program
• Build relationships with community partners to expand overall participation and quality of youth basketball programming
• Help drive group ticket sales through Jr Nuggets programming
• Help develop and grow the Denver Nuggets Kids’ Club
• Help develop a list of sponsorable Jr Nuggets assets and programs
• Maintain and facilitate registration and execution of all Jr Nuggets camps and clinics
• Collaborate with community recreation centers to execute Jr. Nuggets Community programming
• Serve as the main customer service representative for all Jr Nuggets participants
• Lead, train, and schedule a group of part-time coaches
• Other duties as assigned

Working Conditions & Physical Demands:

• Typical office conditions
• Coach basketball and demonstrate all on-court basketball techniques
• Lift, bend, and stand for lengthy periods of time
• Lift 50 lbs. daily
• Work in extreme weather conditions
• This is an in-person position, performed on and offsite

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications
• College degree or equivalent experience
• Three years of basketball coaching experience at the recreational, middle school, high school, or collegiate level
• One year or volunteer, part-time, or full-time supervision
• Experience in building or executing youth sports programs
• High school or collegiate level playing experience
• Customer service experience
• Basic operational knowledge of the Microsoft office suite
• Ability to pass a background check
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely and legally
• Ability to travel in the state and occasionally out of state
• Applicants must meet these minimum qualifications at the time of hire

Competencies/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• A strong passion for youth basketball
• Strong basketball coaching experience
• Leadership ability
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as in a team environment
• Ability to plan and execute entertaining and knowledgeable camps and clinics
• Positive culture builder/contributor
• Ability to manage a part-time team
• History of collaborating with parents and children
• Ability to communicate with individuals of all ages and all experience levels in a clear and concise manner
• Ability to multitask and solve unique/complex problems
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays

Compensation

• Base hourly range: $21.00 per hour

Benefits Include

• 12 Paid Company Holidays
• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-term Disability
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending plans (FSAs)
• 401K plan/Employer Match

Applications must be received by: 10/05/2026

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.