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Sports Director

JCC Association of North America, Memphis, TN, USA

Pay: $55,000-$60,000/yr

Job type: Full Time


Location and Job Title:

Sports Director
The Memphis Jewish Community Center (MJCC)
6560 Poplar Ave.
Memphis, TN 38138

Principal Responsibilities:

Job Description
The Sports Director leads and develops high-quality sports programs and activities at the MJCC. This role requires a motivated, passionate professional committed to delivering exceptional, member-focused programming that reflects current trends. The position ensures program growth, safety, member satisfaction, and retention through strong sports programming and facility operations.

Program Responsibilities

  • Oversee all aspects of the following programs and services, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, staffing, and promoting:
    • Gymnasium Supervision
    • Sports Programs and Leagues
    • Gymnasium Scheduling
    • Staffing for the Camp Sports Specialist
    • Maccabi Games & Access Delegation Head
    • Staffing P.E. for Early Childhood Department
  • Develop and monitor sports and recreation programs and services.
  • Analyze internal (membership) and external (community) markets to identify trends and opportunities.
  • Plan, schedule, staff, budget, and promote all assigned sports-related programs.

Administrative Responsibilities

  • Partner with the Marketing Department to maximize program awareness, enrollment, and participation.
  • Manage payroll, including personnel paperwork and timesheet approvals.
  • Coordinate procurement for program needs.
  • Oversee equipment and supply purchasing.
  • Lead budget development and implementation.
  • Prepare, review, and adjust departmental budget and monthly financial reports.
  • Attend program staff meetings and management meetings.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • 3-5 years management experience in coordinating sports and/or leagues
  • Degree in Sports Management, Physical Education, or Recreation Management
  • Current First Aid / CPR / AED certifications.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to make oral presentations and lead large program meetings.
  • Ability to analyze statistical and financial data, including pricing, margins, and marketing strategies.
  • Proficiency with computers and sports-related software applications.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of sports programming, equipment, planning and scheduling
  • Knowledge of sports planning, control and scheduling
  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Demonstrated customer service and public relations skills

Salary:

55,000-60,000

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