Squash Coordinator

JOB DESCRIPTION: Squash Coordinator REPORTS TO: Program Director STATUS: Part-time/Exempt POSITION SUMMARY The Squash Coordinator is responsible for managing and improving all elements of squash and fitness instruction for an expanding multi-site operation. Reporting to the Program Director, this person will create a competitive, organized, and fun learning environment for students of all levels from elite to beginner. The ideal candidate will be an inspiring leader, an effective manager, and a strong presence in the local and national squash community. ABOUT SQUASHDRIVE SquashDrive enables East Bay students to reach their full academic, athletic, and personal potential. We do this through an integrated program of academic tutoring, squash instruction, and character building. Our goal is to help each student achieve success in middle school, high school, college, and beyond. We currently provide gym memberships to our students to play on racquetball courts at The Club at City Center in downtown Oakland, and we’ve rented nearby academic space from Cal State. Additionally, we are often utilizing squash facilities in San Francisco. We run squash programming 4-5 days a week, with frequent weekend events, like tournaments, extra practices, field trips, community service projects, etc. MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES ● Manage and evaluate all squash & fitness programming including out-of-school-time instruction, tournament participation, and related programming aimed at improving the level of all students and instilling a love for the sport of squash. ● Cultivate meaningful relationships with SquashDrive students and their families, raising the engagement in squash & fitness wherever possible. ● Track and monitor key student performance metrics including skill level, tournament participation, and other related data aimed at assessing overall performance. ● In collaboration with staff, maintain 100% enrollment capacity, 6th-12th grade, creating recruitment and outreach events throughout the year. ● Maintain a positive relationship within the East Bay and national squash community including college coaches, players, and volunteers. ● Manage all US Squash-sponsored tournaments including the Gold, Silver, and Bronze Tournaments. ●Ensure consistent and active involvement with the Squash and Education Alliance (SEA) initiatives and programming, including their High-Performance Team. ● Provide updates for internal and external stakeholders, including staff, families, SquashDrive Board of Directors, and the general SquashDrive community. ●Obtain and maintain all required certifications and licenses needed like First Aid, CPR, Coach Pass ●Assist with transportation (driving a 15 passenger van with students) when necessary EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION REQUIRED Candidates should possess the following: experience working with young people aged 12-18; experience coaching squash; experience working with underserved students a plus; demonstrated supervisory and/or leadership experience; strong analytical skills; results-oriented with impeccable attention to detail; experience with tournament and/or event planning a plus. Valid driver’s license and ability to drive a van required. Must pass a background check. WORK HOURS AND BENEFITS Work hours are generally Monday-Friday, 3:30pm-7:30pm, with two Saturday commitments per month. We are committed to staff retention, growth, and personal development. Our investment includes: ● Competitive salaries, commensurate with experience ● Generous time off, including up to 20 days of holiday closures, and personal vacation time EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER SquashDrive is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and welcoming workplace environment, free of discrimination and harassment. We celebrate and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce and our community. If you are interested in this position, please email your resume to info@squashdrive.org with subject “Squash Coordinator.” Job Type: Part-time Pay: $18,000.00 - $25,000.00 per year Benefits: Gym membership On-the-job training Schedule: 4 hour shift After school Monday to Friday Rotating weekends Weekends as needed Application Question(s): You will be coaching/mentoring groups of 12 Middle and High School students. Describe your relevant experience and why/how it will help you be successful in this position. Ability to Relocate: Oakland, CA 94612: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Oakland, CA 94612