Sports Coordinator/Manager On Duty
Louisville, KY, USA
Sports Coordinator / Manager on Duty (MOD)
Position Overview
The Sports Coordinator / Manager on Duty (MOD) is a shared position supporting both the Sports and Membership/Operations departments. The position is responsible for coordinating sports programs and providing exceptional member and guest service while serving as the lead staff member during assigned MOD shifts.
Sports Responsibilities - Up to 20 Hours/Week
- Plan, schedule, and coordinate sports leagues, practices, clinics, camps, and special events across multiple sports.
- Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise coaches, referees, scorekeepers, contractors, and seasonal staff.
- Coordinate facility and equipment setup, ensuring fields, gymnasiums, and program spaces are safe and ready for use.
- Maintain equipment inventory and report safety or facility concerns.
- Provide excellent customer service to participants, parents, members, and guests; respond to questions and resolve program or game-day concerns professionally.
- Ensure programs follow applicable league rules, safety procedures, and emergency protocols.
- Maintain appropriate first aid supplies and respond to emergencies as needed.
- Manage the Sports Department budget, including equipment, contractors, seasonal staff, program revenue, and other assigned budget items.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Manager on Duty Responsibilities - Up to 20 Hours/Week
- Greet and assist members, prospective members, and guests, providing a welcoming and professional experience.
- Support front desk and membership activities as needed, including answering phones, checking members into the facility, and providing tours to prospective members.
- Serve as the point person for daily program and room setups, ensuring spaces are prepared on time.
- Conduct regular building rounds to monitor safety, security, cleanliness, and overall facility conditions.
- Serve as the lead staff member during emergency situations and follow the Emergency Response Plan.
- Maintain a working relationship with Security and report suspicious activity, unattended packages, or other safety concerns.
- Respond promptly and professionally to member questions and concerns, escalating issues to the appropriate department director when necessary.
- Remain in the facility and fully available throughout the assigned MOD shift.
- Assist with maintaining the overall cleanliness and appearance of the facility.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Skills
- High school diploma or equivalent required. A degree in sports management, recreation, physical education, or a related field may be helpful but is not required.
- Experience coordinating or managing adult or youth recreational sports programs preferred.
- Strong leadership, communication, listening, and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional customer service skills with the ability to interact positively and professionally with members, guests, staff, volunteers, and participants of all ages.
- Ability to handle difficult situations with diplomacy, professionalism, and appropriate judgment.
- Ability to learn and navigate basic computer and membership/program software.
- Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently.
- Positive, energetic attitude and a genuine interest in sports and recreation.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and game-day events.
- Ability to respond quickly and effectively to safety and emergency situations.
Position Structure
This is a shared position between the Sports and Membership/Operations departments, with an anticipated schedule of up to 20 hours per week supporting Sports and up to 20 hours per week supporting Operations.