Position: Sports Coordinator

Reports To: Sports Director

Schedule: This is a Sunday-Thursday position, with flexibility to work evenings and additional weekend hours as needed to support sports leagues, programs, tournaments, and special events.

Position Overview

The Sports Coordinator works closely with the Sports Director to support the planning, organization, and execution of MJCCA youth and adult sports programs. This position plays an active role in the day-to-day operations of sports leagues, instructional programs, tournaments, camps, and special events. The Sports Coordinator is expected to independently manage assigned programs, provide hands-on support when needed, and help ensure all MJCCA Sports programs deliver a positive, organized, safe, and enjoyable experience for participants.

General Sports Responsibilities

• Assist with the planning, organization, and operation of youth and adult sports leagues, instructional programs, tournaments, camps, and special events.

• Take primary responsibility for assigned sports programs, including planning, communication, scheduling, game-day operations, and end-of-season administration.

• Manage participant registration, rosters, schedules, standings, playoffs, and other league administration.

• Communicate regularly with participants, parents, coaches, officials, volunteers, and team captains.

• Provide on-site supervision and support for games, practices, evaluations, tournaments, and special events.

• Serve as a coach, referee, scorekeeper, game clock operator, or other game-day support staff as needed.

• Recruit, schedule, communicate with, and support volunteer coaches, officials, scorekeepers, and other program personnel.

• Assist with facility and equipment preparation, including court and field setup, equipment distribution, cleanup, and inventory management.

• Ensure programs begin on time, operate efficiently, and follow established MJCCA Sports policies, rules, and safety procedures.

• Address participant concerns, resolve conflicts, and respond to unexpected game-day challenges professionally and efficiently.

• Assist with participant recruitment, retention, marketing, and the promotion of Sports Department programs.

• Support the development and implementation of new leagues, tournaments, instructional programs, and special events.

• Maintain accurate program information and records using department software and administrative systems.

• Identify opportunities to improve program quality, operational efficiency, and the overall participant experience.

• Promote a welcoming, inclusive environment that emphasizes sportsmanship, teamwork, and community.

• Assist the Sports Director with additional departmental responsibilities and special projects throughout the year.

Youth Sports Responsibilities

• Assist with organizing and conducting player evaluations to assess skill levels and support balanced team formation.

• Help recruit and develop volunteer coaches, providing guidance on league rules, practice expectations, and age-appropriate instruction.

• Lead or assist with youth team practices, instructional classes, and skill-development activities when needed.

• Help ensure youth league playing-time requirements, substitution policies, and sportsmanship expectations are consistently followed.

• Assist with the planning and execution of youth sports camps, school-break programs, and early childhood sports classes.

• Support the organization of end-of-season celebrations, awards, and other activities that recognize participants and volunteers.

• Help create a positive youth sports experience that prioritizes player development, participation, confidence, and enjoyment.

Adult Sports Responsibilities

• Assist with the management and operation of adult recreational and competitive sports leagues, tournaments, and pickup programs.

• Work with team captains and participants to promote organized competition, fair play, and a positive league environment.

• Assist with managing competitive balance, division placement, and league formats to provide an appropriate experience for participants of varying skill levels.

• Help identify opportunities to expand adult sports participation through new leagues, tournaments, and recreational offerings.

• Support efforts to build relationships with adult participants, encourage returning teams, and strengthen the overall adult sports community.