Youth Sports Specialist

2 weeks ago

Minneapolis, United States i9 Sports - Northwest Metro Minneapolis Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionBenefits/Perks
  • A team-based atmosphere with a focus on Fun
  • Opportunity to build coaching skills and be a role model for athletes
  • Online training opportunities
Company Overview
Founded in Tampa, Florida, i9 Sports is the nations first and largest youth sports league franchise business in the United States with over 1 million registrations in more than 500 communities from New York to Hawaii. Established in 2003 by Frank Fiume on the principle that the number one reason kids play organized sports is to have fun, not to become the next draft pick.

i9 Sports offers youth sports leagues, camps, and clinics for kids ages 3-14 in todays most popular sports such as flag football, soccer, basketball, volleyball, and baseball. With our focus on fun, safety, convenience, and good sportsmanship, i9 Sports is reinventing the youth sports experience for families across the country. Its the way youth sports should be. What does your company do?

Job Summary
The Sports Specialist is responsible for promoting the culture and i9 Sports Experience in the NW Metro Minneapolis area. They should have a good working knowledge of sports, enjoy working with kids, and strive to offer superior customer service. The Sports Specialist will serve as a knowledge resource to the Sport Coordinator and volunteer coaches, ensuring they have everything required to facilitate a great experience for the kids. Flexibility is essential as the role will require wearing multiple hats throughout the season. The responsibilities will vary, so an ideal candidate should be comfortable in adapting to shifting priorities and willing to work in more than one sport. Additionally, the Sports Specialist will need to fill in as a coach or official as required, as well as assist in the set up and tear down of game day operations. Positions available for soccer, flag football, and baseball.

Responsibilities
  • Consistently demonstrate enthusiasm and a positive attitude
  • Provide superior customer service
  • Assist volunteer coaches in facilitating practice sessions focused on fundamentals, skill development, and having fun
  • Assume the role of a coach or official as required
  • Assist in game day field set up and tear down
  • Proactively communicate and escalate any potential issues to the Sport Coordinator or Site Manager
Qualifications
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Sport-specific coaching experience and knowledge
  • Highly motivated self-starter; can work independently and solve problems
  • Aptitude to fulfill a number of different tasks on game days
  • Positive attitude and a strong ability to build professional relationships
  • Ability to work on Saturday 4 -6 hours (for the full duration of the season, ~7 weeks)
  • Must be able to pass a National Criminal Background Check

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