Event and Tournament Director - Nexus in Middlesex County (NJ)

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EVENTS DIRECTOR - Nexus in Middlesex County (NJ)MCP SFM, LLCLOCATION: Edison, NJDEPARTMENT: OPERATIONSREPORTS TO: GENERAL MANAGERSTATUS: FULL-TIME (EXEMPT)ABOUT THE COMPANY:Nexus in Middlesex County (NJ) is a premier sport, recreation and entertainment district focused on improving the health and economic vitality of Eddison, NJ. You will be joining a championship level team focused on fun, fulfillment and service built to enrich the community as well as your career and personal growth. Nexus in Middlesex County (NJ) is a managed facility by Sports Facilities Management, LLC, a Sports Facilities Companies (SFC) company. SFC is the nation's leading resource for managing and developing sports, recreation, wellness, and events facilities. We provide a highly collaborative and supportive culture that raises our team members to new levels of career growth. Together, we will carve a path in a hyper-growing industry where you will enjoy the journey and learn from the industry's best while having some fun.SFC was awarded national recognition as a Top Workplace and is considered a workplace of choice. Our mission-focused company is highly entrepreneurial, team-oriented with a culture centered on collaboration, accountability, excellence, and service. We are growing rapidly and looking for high performers at every level to grow with us.POSITION SUMMARY: The Events Director will oversee the organization and running of the facility's tournaments, sports and non-sports programs, leagues and any other local events or programs held. They will oversee the booking, setup and organization of the venue's tournaments, athletic programs including sports camps, clinics, sports specific instruction, and any other programs held. The Events Director will work closely with the individual leaders of each program, rights holders as well as other internal departments in order to successfully accomplish these responsibilities. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:Plan, develop, and oversee the facility's sport programs, camps, leagues, tournaments, and local programming eventsManage the ongoing facility schedule and coordinate program/camp registration processesDevelop programming for diverse markets, including corporate, group, adult, youth, family, and special-interest audiencesDevelop and manage program and sporting event budgetsCreate and execute sales initiatives for leagues, tournaments, camps, and special events through networking, relationship building, and strategic alliancesTrack and report weekly sales, attendance, and event participation data to appropriate team membersSupport hiring, training, and direct oversight of sports programming, camp, and local event staffUse stakeholder feedback and program performance data to implement improvements and maximize utilizationCollaborate with Marketing and Operations to ensure effective campaign support, consistent processes, and accurate program informationServe as a primary point of contact for programming, camps, sports, and local events while helping ensure service standards across the customer experienceServe as Manager-on-Duty (MOD) during scheduled shifts All other duties as instructed by Management MIMIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Proven track record of developing, marketing, and selling recreational and competitive sports programsExperience with program setup, execution, and operational managementProficiency in recreational/facility management software and Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPointStrong interpersonal, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a teamAbility to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hoursCurrent CPR/First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain within a specified timeframeExperience coaching and teaching both youth and adult sportsTHE IDEAL CANDIDATE HAS:Proven success in generating community interests and involvement through sports programming and event planningExperience in youth and amateur sports as a consumer Proven experience in the successful scheduling and programming of multiple sporting events at one location during the same time frameExperience and success in customer service and programming administration Bachelor's degree in recreation sports management or related field, or equivalent experience preferredAction-oriented personality with a 'get it done' attitude and proficiency for efficiencyProven ability to evaluate team member performance based on established standardsWORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Must be able to lift 50 pounds waist highMay be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time whether indoors or outdoors, and squat, stoop or bendWill be required to operate a computerFacility has intermittent noiseTRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:Minimal travel as needed to trade shows, training, conference

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