Job Title: Executive Director, Youth Sports

Department: Marketing 

Business Unit: 

Location: Denver, CO

Reports To: Chief Marketing Officer

Employment Type: Full Time– Salaried– Exempt

Supervisor Position: Yes

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Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) is an American Sports and Entertainment holding company based in Denver, Colorado. KSE is committed to providing world class sports and entertainment for both live and broadcast audiences. We are the employer of choice as the owner and operator of Ball Arena, DICK’S Sporting Goods Park, the Paramount Theatre, Denver Nuggets (NBA), the Colorado Avalanche (NHL), Colorado Mammoth (NLL), Colorado Rapids (MLS), KIMN,KXKL, KKSE (FM/AM), Altitude Sports & Entertainment, Major League Fishing/Fishing League Worldwide (MLFLW), Winnercomm, Outdoor Sportsman Group and SkyCam. 

Summary:

The Executive Director, Youth Sports Development will be a critical member of the Nuggets, Avalanche & Mammoth marketing teams. This role is responsible for leading the development, planning, and execution of the Nuggets, Avalanche & Mammoth youth sports strategy. This position will oversee and lead Nuggets, Avalanche & Mammoth Youth Sports departments, with the objective of growing connection, participation, and revenue generation for the three sports. The position will serve as a mentor and leader to the Nuggets, Avalanche and Mammoth youth sports staff. 

Nature of Work:

• Lead development and execution of all three teams’ youth programming and grassroots event platforms, which include, camps, clinics, tournaments, skills challenges, combines, coach’s clinics, and character development programming.
• Oversee and lead Nuggets, Avalanche and Mammoth youth sports department teams, both full-time and part-time staff. 
• Manage and oversee youth departments budget and install fiscal management systems. 
• Develop new programming with key marketing and community partners designed to support and improve youth sports for youth, coaches, and parents.
• Set comprehensive goals and plans to achieve performance and growth. Evolve the reporting of key youth sports reporting metrics.
• Represent the Nuggets, Avalanche and Mammoth at the executive/senior level in developing relationships with key local youth sports leaders both in the private and public sector.
• Developing positive relationships with individual youth sports departments leads to developing relationships with local and national Basketball, Hockey and Lacrosse governing bodies. 
• Develop and execute marketing and communications plans with internal stakeholders to drive awareness of youth programs that positively reflect on each franchise. 
• Implement and monitor the youth sports department members understanding and implementation of a safe and caring environment for all youth program participants. 
• In collaboration with leagues (NBA, NHL & NLL) and youth sports leads ensure that all league-based programs such as NHL/NHLPA/IGF programs are successfully implemented in accordance with league regulations. 
• Lead efforts and drive new initiatives designed to positively shape the Nuggets, Avalanche and Mammoth perception in the local youth community and by each team’s fan base.
• With specific team youth department lead, create, support and drive development of youth sports content and curriculum, including instructional resources for coaches and players.

This description is a summary only and describes the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business needs. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority. 

Working Conditions & Physical Demands:

• Typical Office Conditions
• Physically able to assist with basketball, hockey and lacrosse clinics, youth camps and events.

Qualifications:

• Minimum
  1. BS/BA degree in field or related field 
  2. Ability to acquire or produce and maintain a valid driver’s license and meet company vehicle driving standards.

Competencies/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong leadership and management skills including personnel development, fiscal management, and stakeholder relationships. 
• Substantial experience and familiarity with the local youth sports community leaders and structure.
• A strong understanding of youth sports community programming. 
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize, exercise flexibility, and demonstrate sound professional judgement. 
• Experience working cross-functionally with ticketing, sponsorship, creative, and content teams.
• Ability to communicate clearly, professionally, and persuasively (both verbally and in written form)

• Ability to maintain a positive attitude and demonstrate professionalism.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Ability to complete work accurately and in a timely manner.
• Ability to work independently & in a group setting and demonstrate good judgment skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Possesses excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and adapt to changing environments.

Compensation:

• Salary range $100,000 to $110,000
• Eligible for annual discretionary bonus

Benefits Include: 

• 12 Paid Company Holidays
• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-term Disability
• Health Savings Account (HSA) 
• Flexible Spending plans (FSAs) 
• 401K/Employer Match

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.