About the role

  • Sports & Recreation Manager developing and managing high-quality sports programs at JCC Greater Boston. Leading strategic direction and driving revenue growth while ensuring member satisfaction.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the charge in shaping dynamic sports programs and recreation experiences that bring people together.
  • Develop and manage high‑quality sports programs and activities at JCCGB.
  • Drive program revenue growth, safety, member satisfaction, and retention through strong sports programming and facility operations.
  • Provide strategic and supervisory leadership of our Sports and Recreation programs including, but not limited to, Pickleball, tennis, basketball and table tennis.
  • Own and manage the strategic direction of these programs – identifying the best offerings, adjusting the portfolio of programs as warranted, determining and setting appropriate pricing, and understanding new developments in these areas.
  • Manage to the respective budgets of these programs.
  • Proactively works with the managers or instructors of these programs to drive revenue growth and positive net asset impact.
  • Search for new offerings, and identifies new options through research, analytics and forecasting.
  • Implement promotional and retention strategies for all sports programs.
  • Ensure member satisfaction and policy adherence, and manage Sports-related member complaints and issues.
  • Promote and market Sports programs, both directly and through collaboration with Marketing.
  • Collaborate and contribute to ad hoc projects and events, including but not limited to, open houses, member appreciation events, and family fun days.
  • Perform administrative functions and coordination necessary to support H&W Sports & Rec programming, and Sports Facilities operations.
  • Communicate schedule information, including changes internally with Health & Wellness and with other JCC stakeholders.
  • Update website schedules and ReSched bookings.
  • Analyze internal (membership) and external (community) markets to identify trends and opportunities.
  • Conduct supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Management, Physical Education, or Recreation Management or related field, preferred.
  • 2+ years management experience in coordinating sports and/or leagues, preferred.
  • CPR certification required, or willing to become certified once hired.
  • Strong leadership and organizational skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Comfort with Microsoft Office. Ability to successfully learn and use JCC-specific programs like SalesForce and UPACE and others as needed.
  • Knowledge of industry standards and best practices in Sports & Recreation
  • Experience with budget management and program evaluation
  • Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and build positive relationships with members and program participants.
  • Passion for health, fitness, and wellness
  • Able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 40 pounds (boxes of supplies, fitness equipment, etc.).
  • Availability to manage occasional events during weekend and evening hours is also required.

Benefits

  • Competitive cost-sharing Health and Dental Insurance
  • JCC Sponsored/Paid Health Reimbursement Account
  • JCC Sponsored/Paid Group Life Insurance/LTD Coverage
  • Generous paid time off supporting a quality work-life balance
  • Tax-deferred 403(b) retirement savings plan
  • Voluntary Supplemental Vision Insurance
  • Additional Voluntary Supplemental Life/ADD coverage for you and your family
  • AbilityAssist Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Norton Cyber Security Program
  • LegalEase Insurance program
  • Use of the Fitness Center at Leventhal-Sidman
  • Access to group fit classes, Arts & Culture adult programming at member rates
  • Discounts on a variety JCCGB's fitness/wellness programs and services
  • Free wellness events!
  • Discounted child care at JCCGB Early Learning Centers and after-school program
  • Discounted JCCGB camp tuition

Job title

Sports & Recreation Manager

Job type

Experience level

JuniorMid level

Salary

$42,000 - $45,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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