Assistant Director of Educatio & Training, Soccer Shots Harrisburg & York

Reports to: Director of Coach Training and Development

Job Description

The Soccer Shots Harrisburg & York Assistant Director of Education & Training is responsible for leadership and management of Soccer Shots’ exceptional coaching/instructor staff throughout the entire territory. As a member of the franchise’s leadership team, the Assistant Director is responsible for:

Setting an example in the areas of personal character, commitment, communication, and work habits;

Following established plans and strategies to strengthen the current business while expanding the customer base; and

Demonstrating excellent customer service through both professional and timely communication at all times.

The Assistant Director works alongside the Director of Coach Training and Development to create and maintain season and annual plans, and is responsible for the following job functions:

Recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding coaches

Training, teaching, and providing instruction to coaches

Scheduling coaches

Managing department staff to include Coaching Coordinator(s) and seasonal interns

Managing equipment, gear, and supplies

Executing season start weeks and in-season responsibilities

Leading coach team meetings and special events

As the Assistant Director of Soccer Shots’ remarkable coaches, he/she will coach an average of 20-25 sessions per season in which they will implement our expert curriculum.

Prerequisites

2 years of leadership and management experience preferred

2 years early childhood experience preferred

Bachelor's degree in related field

Background checks

Google Docs and MS Office proficiency

Ability to lift 40 lbs

Work Schedule

When Soccer Shots is “out of season” (approximately 16 weeks a year) the expected working hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Occasional events may require flexible hours for evenings or weekends.

When Soccer Shots is “in season” (approximately 36 weeks a year) the expected working hours will vary depending on schedules and staffing of coaches. Start weeks, make-up dates, special events, etc., are times when flexible hours are needed.

Work Location

All leadership team members and staff are expected to work from the Soccer Shots Complex, which also houses the Franchise Support Team which supports franchises throughout the United States and Canada. Travel throughout the territory (Dauphi, Cumberland, and York) is required and use of the company vehicles would be utilized.

Classification

This is a full-time and salaried position with access to full medical, dental, and vision benefits. Additional benefits include a retirement plan with matching contributions, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time off. A minimum of 40 hours a week is required, with additional hours sometimes needed to meet deadlines and goals.

Key Performance Measures

Prompt, reliable, and professional communication. Responds immediately to coaches, customers, supervisor, and other support staff within 24 hours.

Meets weekly, seasonal, and annual timelines and deadlines. Develops and follows systems to stay organized, keep good records, and be efficient with time.

Meets seasonal performance goals. Goes above and beyond expectations to develop, teach, and train a high-quality team of coaches every season.

Adheres to all company policies and represents Soccer Shots with professionalism and integrity.

Soccer Shots attracts high-quality employees with a passion for positively influencing children, their families, and the community, and also sports and healthy activity, teaching and leadership, business, and/or marketing and communications.

Compensation: starting at $45,000-$53,000 with opportunities for advancement