Field Operations Director

Field Operations Director

Part-Time · Weekend-Only · Independent Contractor

Location: Central Florida / Greater Orlando Area

Pay: $300 - $500 / weekend

Role Overview

The Field Operations Director serves as Guest Player Connect’s on-site operational authority during tournament weekends and acts as a direct extension of the GPC corporate operations team.

This role ensures that GPC teams are properly staffed, coaches are supported, and games run smoothly—delivering a reliable, professional, and positive experience for players and families.

This is a weekend-only position, focused exclusively on tournament execution within the Central Florida / Greater Orlando market. The Field Operations Director does not coach teams by default and does not manage teams. Team management and in-game decisions remain the responsibility of assigned coaches.

The Field Operations Director focuses on coach oversight, coverage continuity, real-time issue resolution, and communication with NJ Operations, protecting game-day execution, brand consistency, and operational reliability.

Core Responsibilities1. Game-Day Operations Oversight (Primary)

• Be on site for assigned tournament weekends
• Confirm all assigned GPC coaches arrive on time and prepared
• Monitor coverage across GPC teams and fields
• Ensure games start and continue without disruption
• Serve as GPC’s on-site operational point of contact

2. Coach Coverage & Issue Resolution

• Step in to coach only when required due to no-shows, illness, or emergencies
• Temporarily reassign coaches as needed to maintain coverage and keep games running
• Address lateness or attendance issues in real time
• Stabilize situations quickly to minimize impact on players and families

Note: Pre-tournament staffing and coach assignments are handled exclusively by NJ Operations.

3. Brand & Conduct Oversight

• Ensure coaches follow the GPC Baseball Playbook and conduct standards
• De-escalate parent, coach, or referee issues calmly and professionally
• Prevent unprofessional sideline behavior
• Represent GPC professionally and cooperatively with tournament staff, partners, and families

4. Communication & Escalation

• Communicate real-time issues to NJ Operations
• Provide clear, factual updates including:
• What occurred
• Actions taken on site
• Any decisions or follow-up required
• Carry out NJ Operations’ instructions regarding enforcement or next steps

5. Post-Weekend Reporting

• Submit a brief post-weekend report summarizing:
• Attendance or coverage issues
• Coach reassignments or interventions
• Brand or conduct concerns
• Recommendations for follow-up

Authority & Decision BoundariesThe Field Operations Director CAN:

• Act immediately to protect game-day execution
• Step in to coach if coverage breaks down
• Temporarily reassign coaches during tournament weekends
• De-escalate on-site issues using GPC standards

The Field Operations Director CANNOT:

• Assign coaches to teams in advance
• Permanently discipline or remove coaches
• Modify pay rates or holdback rules
• Override GPC policies
• Promise refunds, credits, or exceptions

All enforcement decisions and long-term actions are handled by NJ Operations.

Who This Role Is Right For

This role is ideal for someone who:

• Has experience in sports operations, event operations, or on-site leadership
• Enjoys being on the ground, solving real-time problems, and keeping events running smoothly
• Is calm under pressure and confident operating within defined authority
• Understands how to support coaches without micromanaging them
• Can represent a growing organization professionally as an extension of the corporate office
• Values preparation, communication, and accountability over ego
• Is seeking weekend-only work with meaningful responsibility

Who This Role Is Not Right For

This role is not a fit for someone who:

• Is primarily looking to coach or manage a team
• Wants full-time hours or weekday responsibilities
• Struggles with structure, policies, or reporting
• Needs to override processes or “run the show”
• Is uncomfortable enforcing standards calmly and professionally

QualificationsRequired

• Strong baseball knowledge (rules, game flow, basic strategy)
• Prior coaching or competitive playing experience
• Previous sports operations, event operations, or on-site management experience
• Proven reliability and calm decision-making under pressure
• Clear, professional communication skills
• Availability for full tournament weekends only

Preferred

• Experience overseeing adults in sports, event, or tournament environments
• Familiarity with youth baseball and parent-facing situations
• Comfort acting as on-site authority while representing the corporate office
• Ability to operate independently while following established policies and procedures

How to Apply

Interested? Apply online or message us with a quick intro and your background in sports or event operations. We’ll follow up with next steps.