Sports Coordinator

Job Title: Sports Coordinator
Department: Legacy Sports
Reports To: Sports Manager
Classification: Part-Time
Duration: School Year (July – June)
Salary Range: $26.00 – $27.00/hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 11:30AM – 6PM (hours vary by site), subject to change during summer and intersession based on program needs. 

Position Summary  

All Legacy Sports employees are expected to uphold high standards of attendance, accountability, and professionalism while consistently modeling the mission and core values of Serve. Love. Unite. 

The Legacy Sports Coordinator, reporting to the Legacy Sports Program Manager, plays a crucial role in supervising, coordinating, and enhancing the successful implementation of sports programs for student-athletes across various TCF locations. This role involves providing leadership support to Legacy Sports Coaches at multiple school sites, ensuring program excellence, fostering collaboration, and maintaining effective communication with stakeholders. Also manages day-to-day operations and provides leadership and guidance to sports coaches. The Legacy Sports Coordinator requires strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, along with a passion for coaching and mentoring. 

Essential Responsibilities

Program Development, Implementation and Oversight

• Plan and organize team practices, drills, and game strategies, adapting coaching techniques to individual and team needs aligned with Legacy Sports values.  
• Provide leadership and direction to assistant coaches, including mentoring, training, and performance evaluation. 
• Collaborate with school site staff/administration to integrate sports program activities with the school day curriculum.   
• Maintain comprehensive written lesson plans, training schedules in alignment with Legacy’s sports program curriculum and expectations.    
• Collaborate with the Legacy Sports Program Manager and school site administration to recruit and enroll/unenroll students effectively.     

Coaching and Supervision

• Lead and supervise coaching staff, including assistant coaches and trainers, providing guidance, support, and feedback to ensure effective coaching practices and player development. 
• Analyze athletes' and Sports Coaches strengths and weaknesses to identify areas for improvement and development. 
• Prepare athletes for competitions by developing game plans, strategies, and tactics. 
• Motivate and inspire athletes and Sports Coaches to reach their full potential and achieve their goals. 
• Maintain a safe and positive training environment that promotes sportsmanship, respect, and teamwork. 

Behavior Management

• Set clear expectations for behavior and conduct within the program, promoting a positive and respectful atmosphere. 
• Implement appropriate disciplinary measures when necessary, following Legacy Sports program guidelines and protocols. 
• Foster a culture of inclusivity and diversity, promoting acceptance and understanding among students. 
• implement a system of positive reinforcement to acknowledge and reward desired behaviors, including verbal praise, certificates, and tangible rewards. 
• Employ restorative practices that focus on repairing harm and restoring relationships in cases of conflicts or incidents, emphasizing accountability, empathy, and reconciliation. 

Additional Responsibilities     

Fulfill any other duties as assigned by the supervisor, recognizing that the role may evolve to include new tasks introduced by the company.   

Job Qualifications    

Minimum Experience/Education    

• Bachelor's Degree or 5+ years in Education/Nonprofit experience    
• Proven experience in program management, with a track record of successful program implementation.   
• Commitment to excellence and high standards    
• Excellent written and oral communication skills    
• Ability to work with all levels of management.    
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills    
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.    

Minimum Requirements     

• Must be at least 18 years of age     
• Must have at least 48 semester college units or successful completion of the Paraeducator exam     
• TB test clearance     
• Must pass DOJ/FBI criminal background check     
• Must be punctual and reliable     
• Must have experience working with youth and general knowledge base of core elementary subjects.     
• Must be able to work independently or as part of a team.     
• Must be able to communicate openly in a professional manner with staff, students, parents, and community partners

License/Certification/Clearance     

• Sexual Harassment Training Certificate *required (Provided by Legacy Sports)        
• Mandated Reporter Training Certificate *required (Provided by Legacy Sports)    
• First aid and CPR Certification *preferred     

Physical Demands      

• Must have sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to perform essential functions of position and to safely supervise children’s activities including the ability to occasionally lift up to 25 lbs.     
• Must be fit for frequent bending and standing.  

Work Environment/Travel     

• Multiple site locations     
• Reliable transportation     
• COVID-19 considerations: Following all CDC guidelines for a safe environment.   

Equipment, Tools, and Software     

Basic knowledge and ability to operate/use (preferred)      

• Microsoft software, Office 365, Teams, Employee Live, PowerPoint, Forms, Word, etc.     
• Zoom/Google Live     
• Deputy/ADP Employee Access  

Skills     

• Exceptional leadership skills     
• Excellent written and oral communication     
• Organizational skills/Time management     
• Collaboration and service orientation     

Other Skills/Requirements     

• Possess Integrity -- being honest and showing a consistent and uncompromising adherence to strong moral and ethical principles and values.     
• People-oriented and energetic -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects.     
• Adaptable -- remains flexible and easily adapts to change and operational needs.     
• Teamwork -- collaboration, communication, and shared goals -- "Like minds coming together to create change."     
• Professionalism-exhibiting a courteous, conscientious and business-like manner in the workplace.