Summary

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with the Director of Competitions and Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association (TSSAA) to create and implement an overall quality sports experience at local, district, regional, and state competitions.
• Work with EVP to implement local sports programming with Tennessee’s 36 Area Programs.
• Develop an annual budget for regional, state, national, and world games competitions.
• Evaluate all sports activities on state and local level including traditional and Unified Sports, Fitness, and TSSAA programs and events and ensure all competitions are held to Special Olympics standards policies and procedures.
• Maintain and create clear communication and strong collaborations with NGB’s (National Sports Federations).
• Create and implement state-wide coaches training plan.
• Oversee SOTN’s participation in USA Games, World Games and national and regional events.
• Submit annual Census Report to Special Olympics International (SOI).
• Collaborate with Special Olympics North America (SONA), Special Olympics International (SOI), TSSAA, and National Governing Bodies on sport development, implementation, and communication.
• Become proficient with the Special Olympics Games Management System (GMS), including collecting and entering data, setting up games, and creating and managing relevant reporting.
• Work directly with the Executive Vice President (EVP) to provide support for delegations participating at state, regional, national, and world games, including registration processing (GMS), credentialing, housing, meals services, games information and communication, travel support, and other onsite support needs.
• Work to develop new initiatives for diversity in coaching, committee members, and volunteers by developing meaningful relationships with diverse and underserved communities.

Additional Duties

• Provide oversight and support for local area programs with event management training, visits to local events, and monthly calls.
• Support and assist with Healthy Athletes, Young Athletes, Special Events, Fundraising and Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) events as needed.
• Responsible for developing new sports opportunities for Special Olympics Tennessee athletes and partners.
• Support the development of the Unified Champion Schools Program (UCS).
• Provide support to area programs as needed to ensure the successful delivery of services to the athletes, families, and volunteers.
• Represent SOTN by speaking to service clubs and other community groups when needed.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned by the Executive VP or President & CEO.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Eight to ten (8-10) years of experience in recreation, sports management, and/or event management
• Work experience to include two (2) years of experience in volunteer/staff management.
• Paid and/or volunteer experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities (ID) preferred.
• Two (2) years of Special Olympics experience preferred.

Skills and/or Abilities

• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including public speaking.
• Ability to multi-task effectively
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Ability to work with diverse personalities and in stressful situations.
• Ability to inspire, motivate, and manage volunteers.
• Ability to build effective relationships with a variety of organizations.
• Proficient in using relevant technology, including Microsoft Office, Google Docs, and database systems.
• Willing to travel and to work evenings and weekends to meet job requirements.
• Have a valid Tennessee driver’s license and meet minimum Tennessee vehicle insurance requirements.
• Must pass a criminal background screening and submit to a random drug screening.

Work Environment

Benefits