Benefits/Perks A team-based atmosphere with a focus on Fun! Opportunity to build coaching skills and be a role model for young athletes Weekend-only work that allows for regular career and school schedules Online training opportunities Company Overview Founded in Tampa, Florida, i9 Sports® is the nation’s first and largest youth sports league franchise business in the United States with over 1 million registrations in more than 500 communities from New York to Hawaii. Established in 2003 by Frank Fiume on the principle that the number one reason kids play organized sports is to have fun, not to become the next draft pick. i9 Sports offers youth sports leagues, camps, and clinics for kids ages 3-17 in today’s most popular sports such as flag football, soccer, basketball, volleyball, and baseball. With our focus on fun, safety, convenience, and good sportsmanship, i9 Sports is reinventing the youth sports experience for families across the country. It’s the way youth sports should be. What does your company do? Job Summary The Sports Coordinator is responsible for enhancing the i9 Sports Experience for youth tennis players. The Sports Coordinator will need to build relationships with players, parents, and staff while making sure that the instructional aspects of the i9 Sports Experience are delivered. Observing, assessing, and assisting our young athletes is paramount. The position entails hands-on involvement with practices and games among all age groups and skill levels. Responsibilities Empower volunteer coaches to lead practice sessions focusing on fundamentals, skill development, and fun Teach & demonstrate core concepts including Sportsmanship values Supervise the overall operation of designated sport on game day Consistently demonstrate a positive attitude and superior customer service skills Qualifications Excellent communication skills Sport-specific coaching experience & knowledge Highly motivated self-starter; can work independently & solve problems Awareness & ability to take charge of any situation to ensure the safety of players Positive attitude and a strong ability to build professional relationships Ability to work a varied work schedule including weekends and some evenings (for the full duration of the season, ~7 weeks) Must be able to pass a National Criminal Background Check