Program Manager/Coach

Program Manager/Coach

POSITION PURPOSE

SoCal Adaptive Sports’ mission is to enable people with disability to participate inclusively throughout society by creating greater equity and inclusion through developing, planning and implementing competitive and recreational sports and other opportunities. We envision a world in which everyBODY has equitable access to leading a fulfilling life.

The Program Manager/Coach will work directly with the Executive Director in providing expert coaching, outreach and program development.  Your job will be to provide all of the above to help us achieve our mandate to improve the quality of life for persons with disabilities throughout Riverside County and other Southern California communities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Note: The duties listed below are examples of the variety and general nature of those performed by employees in this job description. The list is descriptive only and should not be used for any other purpose. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. This is not an all-encompassing list and additional duties may be assigned based on business needs. The responsibilities listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

COACHING

• Deliver hands-on coaching for various adaptive sports and other programs for people with disabilities in various locations throughout Southern California.
• Foster a supportive and encouraging environment that promotes skill development, teamwork, and individual growth for participants.
• Develop and implement effective coaching strategies for adaptive sports programs, ensuring a positive and inclusive experience for participants.
• Provide training sessions for volunteers and assistant coaches, ensuring a consistent and high standard of coaching across all programs.
• Stay informed about developments in adaptive sports and coaching methodologies to enhance program offerings.

PROGRAM MANAGEMENT

• Collaborate with the Executive Director to plan, organize, and execute adaptive sports and other programs throughout the year.
• Assist in the recruitment and registration of participants for different programs.
• Manage logistics, including scheduling, equipment procurement and facility coordination for program sessions.
• Maintain accurate participant records and track program attendance.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

• Actively engage with the disability community, schools, and other relevant organizations to promote awareness of our programs.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with community partners, program participants, their families and volunteers.
• Represent the organization at community events and outreach activities to attract new participants and supporters.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• 3-5 years demonstrable experience playing and/or coaching a variety of sports; adaptive sports experience highly preferred.
• AA Degree in a relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• Local day travel throughout Southern California is required. Must have valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

COMPETENCIES

• Passion for working with individuals with disabilities.
• Proven ability to network and develop positive relationships with a variety of constituents.
• Ability to handle a diverse workload of programs in various stages of execution with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong oral, written and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and project-management skills
• Problem-solving ability.
• Willingness to take ownership of duties with a “can-do” attitude.
• Ability to work in a variety of settings with a diverse group of people.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• This position reports to the Executive Director.
• This is a part-time position, with schedule to be assigned by the Executive Director. Work days and hours are generally Monday through Friday, between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm. Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
• This role has no supervisory responsibility.
• Please note this job description is not designed or intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
• SoCal Adaptive Sports is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, retaliation and disrespectful or other unprofessional conduct based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law or ordinance or regulation.
• Compensation for this position will comply with all applicable federal, state and local wage and hour laws, including minimum wage, overtime, and meal and rest break requirements.
• All candidates offered employment will be required to provide documentation verifying their identity and employment eligibility, and to complete the necessary forms as required by federal law.
• Employment with SoCal Adaptive Sports is at-will, which means that either you or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any reason, with or without cause or notice.

Applications,

including a resume and cover letter should be sent to

mike@socaladaptivesports.org