What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Sports Program Manager position at Playpen Sports Academy?
Youth Sports Program Manager (Part-Time, Seasonal | On-Site Leadership)
Playpen Sports Academy is hiring a Site Manager in Columbus to lead one of our local youth sports locations. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for overseeing coaching staff, ensuring program quality, and providing strong on-site customer service .
Company Overview: Playpen Sports Academy is a youth sports company with a mission to disrupt the youth sports industry by promoting increased access for families of all income levels, encouraging participation from young athletes of all skill levels, fostering play-based learning, and prioritizing holistic development over competition. With a remarkable growth trajectory, Playpen has expanded from 8 locations to operating in 47 cities across Wisconsin, Illinois, and Indiana within just 4 years. Our core classes are focused on ages 2-6 across a wide variety of sports, however we are now expanding with some programs being offered for kids up to the age of 14.
What You’ll Do
- Oversee and lead all on-site program operations during scheduled classes
- Supervise and support coaches to ensure high-quality instruction
- Oversee coaching staff attendance and provide real-time solutions to staffing gaps and on-site coverage needs.
- Manage weekly schedules and roster organization
- Ensure safety, professionalism, and curriculum consistency
- Communicate with families and respond to questions or concerns on-site
- Monitor equipment and maintain organized site standards
- Support retention and local enrollment efforts
Schedule
- Part-time, seasonal (year-round opportunities available in select locations).
- Must have availability: Sat 8:30am-12pm & Mondays 4:45pm-7:15pm
- Estimate [5-7 hours a week (based on enrollment)]
- Contract Length: [April 2026-November 2026]
Qualifications
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Reliable and organized
- Comfortable managing both people and operations on-site
- Confident problem-solver in a fast-paced environment
Preferred (not required):
- Sports or athletic background
- Coaching experience
- Experience working with children
- Team leadership or management experience
Pay
- Starting at [$23/hour] (Level 1 Site Managers have limited administrative responsibilities.)
- Bi-weekly pay
- Bonus and growth opportunities available
Why Join Us:
- Flexibility: We value work-life balance, offering remote work opportunities, flexible hours, and a high level of autonomy.
- Growth and Learning Opportunities (Personal/Professional): We are looking for someone to grow with us over the next couple of years as we continue to expand our reach throughout the Midwest and eventually the entire US.
- Purpose-driven Work: Committed to shaping the future of accessible and inclusive youth sports opportunities and making a positive impact on young athletes and their families.
- Strong Company Culture: Collaborative and team-based, where every person plays a key role in our success.
Job Types: Part-time, Seasonal
Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 5 – 7 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $25