Director of Camps (Youth Camps and Recreational Soccer Programs)
Portland, TX - USA
Job Summary
The Director of Camps is responsible for the strategic vision operational excellence and long-term growth of all youth soccer camps and adult recreational soccer initiatives. This role oversees year-round programming staff leadership budget management community partnerships and brand development. The Director ensures that every camp and league experience reflects the organizations commitment to high-quality coaching youth development safety and community engagement.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Program Development
- Develop and execute a long-term strategic plan for all youth camps and adult soccer programs aligning with organizational goals and growth priorities.
- Expand and enhance camp curriculum to ensure it promotes skill-building teamwork sportsmanship and a positive learning environment.
- Identify new program offerings partnerships and revenue opportunities to strengthen the organizations year-round presence.
Operational Oversight
- Oversee all logistical operations for camps and adult leagues including scheduling registration systems facility coordination equipment procurement and on-site execution.
- Lead and refine operational processes to ensure efficiency safety and exceptional participant experiences.
Staff Leadership & Development
- Build manage and mentor a high-performing seasonal and full-time staff team including coaches assistants and support personnel.
- Oversee recruitment hiring onboarding training and performance evaluation for all camp and league staff.
- Plan and schedule and tract time of Camps Staff for all camps and events.
- Foster a culture of professionalism accountability and continuous improvement.
Budgeting & Financial Management
- Develop manage and forecast annual budgets for all camp and adult soccer programs.
- Ensure cost-effective operations and optimal resource allocation.
- Analyze financial performance and implement strategies to increase profitability and sustainability.
Community & Partnership Engagement
- Build and maintain strong relationships with schools community organizations sponsors and local partners to drive participation and visibility.
- Represent the organization at community events partner meetings and public-facing activities.
Marketing Branding & Communications
- Oversee marketing strategy for all camps and adult programs including digital campaigns email communications and promotional partnerships.
- Direct social media strategy for PTFC Camps including content planning brand voice and engagement growth.
- Collaborate with internal marketing teams to ensure cohesive brand representation.
Safety Compliance & Risk Management
- Implement and enforce safety protocols emergency procedures and risk mitigation strategies to ensure the well-being of all participants and staff.
- Ensure compliance with all organizational league and facility policies.
Adult Soccer League Leadership
- Provide oversight of the Adult Recreational Soccer League at Providence Park including team organization referee scheduling league rules and event operations.
- Develop long-term strategies to grow participation and enhance the league experience.
Cross-Department Collaboration
- Partner with Sponsorship Ticketing Community Engagement and other departments to support events activations and shared initiatives.
- Ensure alignment between camp programming and broader organizational goals.
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Sports Management Education Business Administration or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 57 years of experience in sports programming youth development or event operations with at least 3 years in a leadership or director-level role preferred.
- Demonstrated success in program development staff management and budget oversight.
- Strong understanding of youth sports best practices positive coaching methodologies and youth player development.
- Excellent communication leadership and organizational skills.
- Experience managing a large part-time staff.
- Ability to work evenings weekends and extended hours during peak seasons.
Physical Requirements
Because this role includes on-site camp and league operations the Director must be able to:
- Stand and walk for extended periods during camp sessions and league events.
- Lift carry and move equipment up to 3040 lbs as needed for camp or event setup.
- Work outdoors in varying weather conditions including heat cold and rain.
- Move quickly and safely across soccer fields stadium environments and uneven surfaces.
- Occasionally assist with on-field demonstrations or light physical activity.
- Maintain the stamina required for long event days and high-energy youth environments.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion national origin sex sexual orientation age disability gender identity marital or veteran status or any other protected class.
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