Manager, Sports and Recreation (Youth Baseball and Softball)
- Company
- Jewish Community Center of Greater KC
- Location
- Overland Park, KS
- Work type
- Full-time
- Posted
- 2026-10-17
Job description
The J (Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City) seeks a Manager to run its youth baseball and softball programs, which just set a registration record with more than 1,700 players in the spring/summer season. The role reports to the Director of Sports and Recreation and offers a flexible schedule around the busy season.
Responsibilities:
• Run day-to-day league operations, including fields, scheduling, team formation and game-day logistics
• Recruit, train, schedule and evaluate umpires, supervisors, coaches and seasonal staff
• Manage registration, rosters, standings and communication with coaches and families
• Develop and manage the baseball and softball budgets and grow revenue
• Coordinate field readiness, equipment and weather decisions
• Coach clinics and camps, and partner with Marketing on promotion
Qualifications:
• 2+ years as a director, supervisor or manager of a sports and recreation program
• Bachelor's in Sports Management or a related field, or comparable experience
• Baseball or softball coaching or administration background preferred
• Strong leadership, communication and budgeting skills
• Evening and weekend availability during the April–July peak season
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance; PTO and paid holidays; 403(b) with employer contribution and match; free family membership; staff discounts on preschool, camp and after-school care.