Program Manager - Wintrust Sports Complex

Job Description

Job Description

LOCAL PROGRAM MANAGER - Wintrust Sports ComplexMCS SFM, LLCLOCATION: Bedford Park, IL DEPARTMENT: OPERATIONSREPORTS TO: DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENTSTATUS: FULL-TIME (EXEMPT)ABOUT THE COMPANY:Wintrust Sports Complex is a premier sport, recreation and entertainment destination focused on improving the health and economic vitality of Chicago, IL. 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. Wintrust Sports Complex 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 has been 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 Program Manager will oversee all local events, including sports and non-sports programs, leagues, tournaments, and other local activities. This position will work closely with other departments in hiring, training, management, and staff scheduling. The Manager will work closely with the individual leaders of each department to successfully accomplish these responsibilities.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: Organize and manage the facility's local events, including sports programs, camps, and leaguesLend support to other Operation's Directors and CoachesSupport the coordination and maintenance of the facility's ongoing schedule Develop programming to target various markets ranging from corporate, group, adult/youth/family, and special interest groupsDevelop and manage program budgetsCreate and develop sales initiatives and goals for leagues, tournaments, special events, etc.Generate sales through networking, building relationships, and creating strategic alliancesTrack and report weekly sales totalsOversee all aspects of programs and special activitiesWork with third-party partners to maximize revenue and attract eventsHire, train, manage, and motivate staffActively participates in other operational functions as necessary, including but not limited to event setup and execution, attending all scheduled events and meetings, assisting other departments during outside or special events, etc.Creating and promoting program and activities within Birthday Parties, Camps, etc. Assist in the management of the Entertainment Center, including securing video game services, creating revenue and expense reports, and other related tasksServe as MOD on weekdays, weekends, and during eventsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Experience coaching/teaching both youth and adult sportsMust have proven track record of developing, marketing, and selling recreation and training programsMust have excellent interpersonal, problem solving, and negotiating skillsMust be a team playerMust have excellent verbal and written communication skillsMust have excellent computer skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.Must be able to work flexible schedules including weekends, nights, and holidaysMust possess current CPR/FIRST AID certifications or must be willing to obtain them within a specified periodWORKING 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 noise

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