Adaptive Sports Ohio’s mission is to give individuals with disabilities a chance to play and we want you to be a part of our life changing programs! At Adaptive Sports Ohio, we provide on the job training for candidates who may not have prior experience working in adaptive sports or with individuals with physical disabilities. If you are a service minded, hard-working individual, we invite you to consider and apply for the Community Engagement Manager.
Check out a short video from last year’s Dream Camp to see how our team changes the lives of individuals with disabilities: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t6XeZJuvxPU.
Anticipated Start Date: When filled.
Position: Community Engagement Manager
- Salaried position stationed in Wooster.
- Full-time, 40 hours minimum, which includes some evening and weekends.
- Frequent local and some out of state travel is required.
Job Description:
Under the direction and supervision of the Chief Executive Officer, the Community Engagement Manager is responsible for the following duties:
- Provide ancillary support to the CEO when requested to cultivate positive relationships with community partners.
- Provide goal setting and strategic input with respect to community engagement.
- Oversee assigned special events, demonstrations, clinics, public speaking engagements, and exhibitions in a variety of settings.
- Manage, implement, and conduct Adaptive Sports Ohio’s monthly Rookie Series webinars.
- Outreach to agencies and organizations serving individuals with physical and visual disabilities to conduct presentations (in-person and virtually) and recruit participants.
- Establish, maintain, and cultivate personal relationships with collegiate partners for the purpose of increasing the visibility of Adaptive Sports Ohio, educating the potential workforce on adaptive sports, and identifying potential fundraising partners.
- Conduct adaptive sport physical education class takeover days and assemblies in partner school districts.
- Collaborate when needed with other program directors including, but not limited to, Equipment, Community-Based, Everyone Plays, Interscholastic, and Competition Directors.
- Perform outreach to recruit potential athletes for programs. Including presentations, site visits, and community events.
- Communicate directly with coaches, volunteers, athletes and/or parents of minor athletes.
- Oversee and enforce Adaptive Sports Ohio’s policies and procedures.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Sports Management or related field.
- 1 – 3 years of professional experience.
- Working knowledge of legal, regulatory, and risk management issues related to athletic programs.
- Willingness to maintain a flexible work schedule, which may include longer than normal hours, working weekends or evenings.
- Valid driver’s license, with the ability to drive a 15-passenger van or a 13-passenger mini-bus (no CDL required) and also be able to haul a 6x12 and 6x14 trailer.
- Current special certifications: CPR, First Aid, AED or willing to obtain.
- Strong professional, interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Detail oriented with strong professional, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products including Outlook, Excel and Access.
- Proficient in Google Drive, Docs and Spreadsheets.
- Ability to work autonomously or in a team setting in accordance with established policies and regulations.
- Must be able to lift, carry, and manage equipment and supplies.
- Must maintain confidentiality at all times.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Sports Management, Therapeutic Recreation, Physical Education or a related field.
- Background in adaptive sports, completion of Certified Adaptive Recreation and Sports Specialist (CARSS) training (certification can be completed in the first year of employment).
- 3 – 5 years of professional experience.
- 3 – 5 years of experience supervising/managing staff.
- Coaching experience in one or more sports.
- Strong initiative and creative problem solving.
- Public speaking experience.
Additional Information:
- Background check and drug screen required.
- Competitive salary that is commensurate with experience.
- Opportunity for advancement with longevity.
- Benefits package for full-time employees that includes health/dental/vision/life insurance, paid time off and paid holidays.
