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 - $65,000

Agency Information:

Located on 24 amazing acres in the heart of East Memphis, The Memphis Jewish Community Center has something for everyone of all shapes and sizes. We have an amazing Early Childhood Center, an expanded Fitness Center, a large outdoor water park, an Art House, Senior Adult gatherings, Summer Camp, After School activities, and most importantly a welcoming environment.