Job Title:  Program Coordinator

Department: Amateur Hockey Development

Business Unit: KSE

Location: Denver, CO

Reports To: Sr. Program Manager

Employment Type: Full Time – Hourly – Non-Exempt

Supervisor Position: No

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Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) is an American Sports and Entertainment holding company based in Denver, Colorado. KSE is committed to providing world class sports and entertainment for both live and broadcast audiences. We are the employer of choice as the owner and operator of Ball Arena, DICK’S Sporting Goods Park, the Paramount Theatre, Denver Nuggets (NBA), the Colorado Avalanche (NHL), Colorado Mammoth (NLL), Colorado Rapids (MLS), Altitude Sports & Entertainment, Major League Fishing/Fishing League Worldwide (MLFLW), Winnercomm, Outdoor Sportsman Group and SkyCam. 

Colorado Avalanche Amateur Hockey Development Department:

The Colorado Avalanche Amateur Hockey Development Department (AHD) partners with the Colorado Amateur Hockey Association (CAHA) and other local organizations each season in an effort to grow the game of hockey throughout the state of Colorado and surrounding region.  By acting as a faithful resource to the local hockey community, the mission of the AHD department is to welcome and create a love for the game at all levels, for all groups of people to support growth and development. 

Nature of Work:

The primary duty of the Program Coordinator position is to assist in planning and execution of Amateur Hockey Development programs on an annual basis, ensuring they meet and/or exceed participation and revenue goals.  

Examples of work performed:

• Assist the Program Managers in all AHD initiatives and events as necessary.
• Maintain and increase relationships with amateur hockey association Directors and Presidents to ensure all programs are designed and executed to meet the hockey community’s needs.  
• Promote and drive the growth and development of the Colorado Hockey community with the execution and creation of programming. 
• Maintain and increase all AHD program operational standards and execute each event to meet the hockey community’s needs.  
• Maximizes customer satisfaction, attendance, and participation in all programs.
• Actively represents and operates AHD events, including Avalanche home games, grow the game initiatives, statewide programming and all Ball Arena events.
• Game night responsibilities include assisting with “Mini Avs” elements and additional youth and adult hockey initiatives.
• Operate ice and ball hockey programming within the hockey community statewide, including schools, recreation centers and rinks. 

This description is a summary only and is describing the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business needs. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority. 

Working Conditions & Physical Demands:

• Typical Office Conditions
• Lift 50 lbs. daily
• Work in extreme weather conditions

Qualifications

• Minimum
  1. BS/BA degree in field or related field 
  2. High School or GED
  3. 2+ years’ experience in field
  4. Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
• Preferred
  1. Certification or additional degree
  2. USA Hockey Coaching Certified Minimum Level I

Competencies/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to Ice Skate
• Strong knowledge of youth hockey operations, development, and structure
• Ability to run, plan and execute on and off ice hockey programming
• Ability to maintain positive attitude and demonstrate professionalism
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Ability to complete work accurately and in a timely manner
• Ability to work independently & in a group setting and demonstrate good judgment skills
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Possesses excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and adapt to changing environments

Compensation

• Hourly rate of $19.00 - $21.00 per hour
• Eligible for annual discretionary bonus

Benefits Include

• 12 Paid Company Holidays
• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-term Disability
• Health Savings Account (HSA) 
• Flexible Spending plans (FSAs) 
• 401K plan 

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.