Designed to serve the diverse needs of youth and adult athletes Sawmill Sports Hub is a premier indoor sports complex in DuPage County welcoming everyone from recreational players and families to competitive athletes pursuing elite performance across addition to our athletic programming we also offer flexible event space providing a customizable venue for everything from casual gatherings to fully planned celebrations.
About the Role
We are seeking a results-driven and highly organized professional to lead and grow our Lil Kickers soccer program and youth birthday party business. This role is responsible for the overall management performance and strategic growth of both business lines including staff leadership operational oversight and revenue generation.
This positions primary duty is the management and growth of the Lil Kickers program and birthday party operations with a focus on staff supervision business performance and customer experience.
Key Responsibilities
Program & Business Management
Own scheduling registration and performance outcomes
Monitor KPIs and implement improvements
Drive revenue growth across both business lines
Leadership & Staff Management
Supervise and develop staff
Create schedules and ensure proper coverage
Provide coaching and performance feedback
Interview hire onboard train and develop staff; provide ongoing coaching and performance feedback
Sales Outreach & Marketing
Manage staff and resolve day-of issues
Generate and convert leads
Build community partnerships
Collaborate with marketing efforts
Lil Kickers Program Oversight
Oversee seasonal scheduling and enrollment
Maintain program quality and consistency
Support instructors and ensure strong customer experience
Birthday Party Operations
Oversee booking planning and execution
Ensure a seamless experience from inquiry through completion
Manage staff and resolve day-of issues
Administrative & Strategic Functions
Maintain records and reporting systems
Track performance metrics
Update SOPs and improve processes
Qualifications
Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in youth programming sports management recreation or event operations
Experience in a leadership role with staff supervision and accountability
Proven experience in customer service sales or program growth
Strong organizational and multitasking skills
Ability to lead teams and manage multiple operational priorities
Entrepreneurial results-oriented mindset
Must be available to work night weekends and peak event times
Physical Requirements
Ability to move throughout the facility to supervise staff programs and events including standing and walking for extended periods
Ability to occasionally lift or move equipment up to 50 pounds as needed to support operations
Ability to observe activities and provide real-time coaching and direction to staff
Ability to communicate effectively in person by phone and electronically with staff parents and community partners
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and move between program and event areas as needed
Compensation: $48000.00 - $55000.00 per year
About Us
Lil Kickers is a nationwide soccer program rooted in child development theory for kids ages 18 months to 12 years old. Weekly classes are packed with fun and taught by dynamic coaches with a passion for kids. We focus on helping children build strong physical intellectual and emotional skills using the game of soccer. With more than 100 locations across the U.S. and Canada Lil Kickers has been a source of fun and individual growth for more thanparticipants over the past 20 years.
Our Philosophy
Using world-renowned child development theories our curriculum is child-centered creative and comprehensive. By rewarding the childrens effort and not just the outcome we drive the will to try again and again and again. We believe an amazing on-field experience will keep children engaged and coming back for more.
Our Mission
To inspire. We believe childhood is a magical time full of possibilities. We believe in approaching everything from a developmental perspective. We believe learning should be fun. We believe in creating space for all children whether they are on the road to all-star soccer or simply just want to play.
Every Coach within Lil Kickers has gone through rigorous training to make sure each child is getting the best instruction possible that is both age-appropriate and developmentally minded.
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Benefits:401(k)Bonus based on performanceCompetitive salaryDental insuranceEmployee discountsFlexible scheduleFree uniformsHealth insuranceOpportunity for advancementPaid time offParental leaveTraining & developmentVision insuranceAbout the CompanyDesigned to serve the diverse needs of youth and adu...
Benefits:
401(k)
Bonus based on performance
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Employee discounts
Flexible schedule
Free uniforms
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Parental leave
Training & development
Vision insurance
About the Company
Designed to serve the diverse needs of youth and adult athletes Sawmill Sports Hub is a premier indoor sports complex in DuPage County welcoming everyone from recreational players and families to competitive athletes pursuing elite performance across addition to our athletic programming we also offer flexible event space providing a customizable venue for everything from casual gatherings to fully planned celebrations.
About the Role
We are seeking a results-driven and highly organized professional to lead and grow our Lil Kickers soccer program and youth birthday party business. This role is responsible for the overall management performance and strategic growth of both business lines including staff leadership operational oversight and revenue generation.
This positions primary duty is the management and growth of the Lil Kickers program and birthday party operations with a focus on staff supervision business performance and customer experience.
Key Responsibilities
Program & Business Management
Own scheduling registration and performance outcomes
Monitor KPIs and implement improvements
Drive revenue growth across both business lines
Leadership & Staff Management
Supervise and develop staff
Create schedules and ensure proper coverage
Provide coaching and performance feedback
Interview hire onboard train and develop staff; provide ongoing coaching and performance feedback
Sales Outreach & Marketing
Manage staff and resolve day-of issues
Generate and convert leads
Build community partnerships
Collaborate with marketing efforts
Lil Kickers Program Oversight
Oversee seasonal scheduling and enrollment
Maintain program quality and consistency
Support instructors and ensure strong customer experience
Birthday Party Operations
Oversee booking planning and execution
Ensure a seamless experience from inquiry through completion
Manage staff and resolve day-of issues
Administrative & Strategic Functions
Maintain records and reporting systems
Track performance metrics
Update SOPs and improve processes
Qualifications
Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in youth programming sports management recreation or event operations
Experience in a leadership role with staff supervision and accountability
Proven experience in customer service sales or program growth
Strong organizational and multitasking skills
Ability to lead teams and manage multiple operational priorities
Entrepreneurial results-oriented mindset
Must be available to work night weekends and peak event times
Physical Requirements
Ability to move throughout the facility to supervise staff programs and events including standing and walking for extended periods
Ability to occasionally lift or move equipment up to 50 pounds as needed to support operations
Ability to observe activities and provide real-time coaching and direction to staff
Ability to communicate effectively in person by phone and electronically with staff parents and community partners
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and move between program and event areas as needed
Compensation: $48000.00 - $55000.00 per year
About Us
Lil Kickers is a nationwide soccer program rooted in child development theory for kids ages 18 months to 12 years old. Weekly classes are packed with fun and taught by dynamic coaches with a passion for kids. We focus on helping children build strong physical intellectual and emotional skills using the game of soccer. With more than 100 locations across the U.S. and Canada Lil Kickers has been a source of fun and individual growth for more thanparticipants over the past 20 years.
Our Philosophy
Using world-renowned child development theories our curriculum is child-centered creative and comprehensive. By rewarding the childrens effort and not just the outcome we drive the will to try again and again and again. We believe an amazing on-field experience will keep children engaged and coming back for more.
Our Mission
To inspire. We believe childhood is a magical time full of possibilities. We believe in approaching everything from a developmental perspective. We believe learning should be fun. We believe in creating space for all children whether they are on the road to all-star soccer or simply just want to play.
Every Coach within Lil Kickers has gone through rigorous training to make sure each child is getting the best instruction possible that is both age-appropriate and developmentally minded.
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