Girls' Basketball Program Manager

This is a Full Time Job

JOB SUMMARY:

The Manager of Girls Basketball is a visionary leadership position responsible for creating, implementing, and managing the most comprehensive and robust girls' basketball development initiative any state has ever seen. This individual will oversee all aspects of competitive girls' basketball programming from kindergarten through 12th grade, with particular emphasis on middle school and high school development. The Manager will lead the organization, execution, and growth of high school team camps, leagues, tournaments, and interstate competitions, while building sustainable pathways for player development, coach education, and competitive excellence.

This role requires an innovative leader who can establish strategic partnerships, build strong relationships with high school and middle coaches, secure facilities, and create a nationally recognized model for girls' basketball development that prioritizes both athletic excellence and holistic player growth.

COVER LETTER REQUIRED

(maximum 2 pages) addressing:
• Your vision for building the most robust girls' basketball development program in the state.
• Specific examples of your experience managing teams, events, or programs.
• Your coaching philosophy and approach to youth athlete development.
• Why you are passionate about girls' basketball and this opportunity.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategic Leadership & Program Development
• Develop and execute a comprehensive strategic vision for girls' basketball programming across all age levels (K-12th grade), with emphasis on middle school and high school competitive pathways.
• Design and implement a multi-year roadmap to establish the state's premier girls' basketball development initiative, setting new standards for program quality, accessibility, and competitive excellence.
• Establish clear player development pathways from elementary through high school levels, ensuring seamless progression and age-appropriate skill development.
• Create and maintain program quality standards including curriculum development, coaching education requirements, and athlete performance benchmarks.
• Lead innovation initiatives to differentiate the program through cutting-edge training methodologies, technology integration, and evidence-based athletic development practices.

Tournament & Competition Management
• Organize, direct, and oversee all competitive events including high school team camps, leagues, tournaments, and interstate competitions.
• Develop annual tournament calendar and competition schedule that aligns with developmental objectives and maximizes participation opportunities.
• Establish and manage relationships with tournament directors, facility operators, and athletic organizations across multiple states.
• Coordinate all logistical elements of events including facility contracts, staffing, registration systems, scheduling, officials coordination, and emergency protocols.
• Implement competitive classification systems (skill-based divisions, age groups) that ensure appropriate competition levels and positive athlete experiences.
• Oversee interstate competition initiatives, including travel logistics, team selection processes, and competitive scheduling with out-of-state organizations.

Operations & Event Management
• Secure and manage facility agreements for practices, games, camps, and tournaments across multiple venues.
• Develop and manage event budgets, ensuring financial sustainability while maintaining program quality and accessibility.
• Implement registration and team management systems for efficient program administration and communication.
• Create operational procedures and safety protocols for all programming, ensuring compliance with youth sports best practices.
• Manage event day operations including staff coordination, facility setup, game administration, and participant services.
• Establish quality control measures and gather feedback to continuously improve the participant and family experience.

Staff Leadership & Development
• Help develop and implement comprehensive coach education curriculum focused on age-appropriate development, positive coaching practices, and technical/tactical progression.
• Conduct regular coach evaluations and provide ongoing professional development opportunities to elevate coaching quality across the organization.
• Create and maintain coaching standards and certification requirements to ensure consistency and excellence throughout the program.
• Build leadership capacity by identifying and developing assistant directors, program coordinators, and emerging coaching talent.
• Foster a collaborative coaching culture that prioritizes player development, inclusive practices, and gender equity in sports.

Community Engagement & Stakeholder Relations
• Serve as primary point of contact for families, participants, high school coaches, school athletic directors, and community partners.
• Build strategic partnerships with schools, coaches, clubs, community organizations, and businesses to expand program reach and sustainability.
• Develop marketing and recruitment strategies to grow participation and raise program visibility throughout the region.
• Engage with parents and families through regular communication, parent meetings, and transparent program management.
• Represent the organization at conferences, coaching clinics, and state/national youth basketball events.
• Advocate for girls' basketball development in the broader sports community, promoting equity, access, and opportunity.

Financial & Business Management
• Develop and manage annual program budget including revenue projections and expense planning.
• Identify and pursue revenue streams including registration fees, sponsorships, and partnerships.
• Monitor financial performance and adjust strategies to ensure program sustainability and growth.
• Manage vendor relationships including facility contracts, equipment suppliers, uniform providers, and service contractors.
• Prepare financial reports and program analytics for leadership and stakeholders.
• Ensure fiscal responsibility across all program operations and events.

Player Development & Curriculum Design
• Design age-appropriate player development curriculum aligned with Long-Term Athletic Development (LTAD) principles.
• Establish technical and tactical skill progressions for each age group from kindergarten through high school.
• Create training standards and practice frameworks that coaches can implement consistently across the program.
• Integrate modern athletic development principles including injury prevention, mental skills training, and recovery protocols.
• Monitor player progress and program effectiveness through assessment tools and performance tracking systems.
• Ensure inclusive and empowering environment that addresses the unique needs of female athletes at each developmental stage.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor's Degree required, Master's degree preferred in Sport Management, Athletic Administration, Education, or related discipline.
• Minimum 5-7 years of basketball coaching experience at competitive youth, high school, or collegiate levels.
• Minimum 3-5 years in program management, operations, or administrative leadership within youth sports or athletic organizations.
• Demonstrated success in managing large-scale tournaments or events with 200 participants.
• Proven track record of staff recruitment.