Company Profile: Soccer Shots is the leader in youth soccer development for children ages 2-8. Our nationally recognized program offers a high energy, fun, age-appropriate introduction to the wonderful game of soccer. Our innovative curriculum emphasizes both soccer skills and character development. Our goal is simple: to leave a lasting, positive impact on every child we serve.
Soccer Shots Franchising (SSF/The Company): Since 2005, SSF has been franchising nationally. The purpose of the Company is to develop, train, and support successful franchise owner/operators and to build, promote, and protect the Soccer Shots brand nationally.
Objectives of Position:
To further develop the professionalism of Soccer Shots Franchising events and training.
To take ownership of the planning, organization, and execution of Soccer Shots Franchising events which include, but are not limited to, Quarterly New Operator Trainings and Annual Soccer Shots National Conventions.
Reports to: Matt Grams, Vice President of Operations
Responsibilities:
Event Planning/Coordination
Manage event budgeting, expense tracking, and invoice review
Select and coordinate with vendors
Ask probing questions to ensure all aspects of events have been thought through
Manage logistics of SSF events including venue, guests, catering
Work with Graphic Designer and Director of Marketing for programs and marketing
Work with Director of Inventory Operations for inventory needs
Manage event set-Up, delegating responsibilities to SSF staff as needed
Manage event clean-Up, delegating responsibilities to SSF staff as needed
Meeting Set-up
Prepare conference room for in-house meetings (i.e. furniture arrangement, technology hook-up)
Responsible for food (order, pick-up/coordinate delivery)
Planning/Coordinating Quarterly New Operator Training Weeks
Work with Director of First Year Training and Support to manage all aspects of the week
Arrange travel & stay accommodations
Coordinate meals for training
Manage vendors
Reserve venue & venue set-up
Head of Annual Soccer Shots National Convention Planning
Project manage Ownership and Leadership teams in selecting vendors, guest speakers, venues and other events
Event budgeting and tracking
Delegate tasks and responsibilities to SSF staff, managing projects and tracking progress
Plan and lead SSF Convention meetings
Role/classification: The job description above is a non-exempt, full-time position requiring 40 hours of work per week. Expected working hours are Monday through Friday, between 8:30am and 5:00pm. On occasion, it may be necessary to work additional hours, including some weekday evenings and some Saturdays to meet deadlines and to exceed goals. Position could require up to 10% travel.
Commitment: All employees of Soccer Shots are committed to representing Soccer Shots in a fashion consistent with the Company’s six Core Values. Compensation is based on performance, and Soccer Shots reserves the right to terminate employment for failure to meet expectations.
Required education/experience:
Bachelor’s degree in related field required
At least 2 years of experience in:
Budget Management
Event Management
Event Planning
Project Management
Required traits/competencies:
Passion for the Soccer Shots and the Soccer Shots’ Foundation’s mission
Strong organizational skills
Acute attention to detail
Strong visionary (can see the “big picture”)
Strong project management skills
Service-oriented
Able to work both independently and in a team environment
Determination to complete tasks in a timely and organized manner
Strong written and verbal communication
Evaluation and Review:
The position’s supervisor will perform an initial review after 60 days.
Goals and key performance measurables will be reviewed quarterly.
Performance reviews will be conducted annually.