JOB TITLE: South Central Region Director

DEPARTMENT: Administrative

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

REPORTS TO: Sr. Director of Competitions

JOB SUMMARY:

The South Central Region Director will implement and expand all Special Olympics Kansas programming in the South Central Region. Programming includes but is not limited to all regional sports competitions for Special Olympics Kansas in the region, Unified Champion School sports programming and recruitment and health and fitness programming for athletes and local programs. This position will also play a significant role in all state sports competitions in South Central Kansas which at present includes Summer Games and the Fall Outdoor Classic. It is strongly preferred that the person in this position be based in the South Central Region.

South Central Region

Counties: Barber, Butler, Chase, Comanche, Cowley, Harper, Harvey, Kingman, Kiowa, Lyon, Pratt, Reno, Sedgwick, Stafford, Sumner

Major Cities: Wichita, Emporia, Newton

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS, AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide on-going sports training, competition, and technical support to local programs within the southeast region, including:
• The number one priority of this position is planning and managing all regional sports competitions and training within the assigned region.
• Register new and returning athletes within the region into the games management system ensuring all registration and medical forms are up to date.
• Recruit and manage volunteers, volunteer committees, and athletes working and/or attending events.
• Support SOKS’ volunteer registration policies and procedures.
• Develop and maintain working relationships within the local sports community.
• Serve as a resource and for local programs and coaches.
• Communicate activities and events within the region to local programs, coaches, family members, volunteers, and HQ.
• Assist with the coordination of family activities as needed.
• Assist the HQ sports staff in the creation and coordination of statewide sports plans for Special Olympics Kansas.
• Manage volunteer recruitment and on-site coordination for state-wide competitions within region.
• Implement strategies and abide by SOKS, SOI, and SONA regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Promote and carryout the mission of SOKS.
• Other duties as assigned
• Fitness Programming functions:
• Responsible for coordination and implementation of all components of fitness initiatives for SOKS within the South Central region.
• Initiate, improve, and expand fitness opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities in the region by building partnerships and creating meaningful relationships with local organizations and businesses.
• Serve as the area liaison for coaches and local program coordinators for all fitness matters.
• Record complete and accurate fitness and health data for use in monthly and annual reporting.
• Unified Champion Schools Programs
• Coordinate Unified Champion School programming for schools in the South Central Region
• Unified Sports
• Promote KSHSAA Unified Bowling
• Unified PE
• In collaboration with the SOKS UCS team, identify and develop a project plan for growth in public schools in Wichita
• Assist in designing and developing the plan, quarterly goals, and measures of success for selected strategy points
• Collaborate with UCS team to develop resources to communicate about UCS to various audiences
• Exhibit exemplary attendance and punctuality.
• Comply with company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & RELATED EXPERIENCE

• A high school diploma or equivalent GED is required.
• A minimum of two years of previous experience in sports event program planning and implementation of multi-year projects is required.
• Previous experience working as part of a team to manage events and volunteers is preferred.
• A background in Special Olympics through previous volunteer experience and/or professional employment is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of managing sports and athletics.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and influencing skills, including an ability to build and maintain networks with diverse populations, provide advice, speak in front of groups, and communicate effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to manage multiple projects and achieve high-pressure goals within established deadlines.
• The ability to travel on workdays, evenings, and weekends.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES AND INTERACTIONS WITH OTHERS

The South Central Region Director has no full-time supervisory responsibilities. However, the role will be expected to interact daily with coworkers, current and prospective partners, teachers, administrators, athletic and activity directors, and the general public. The position must be able to effectively manage day of event volunteers and games management volunteers.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, hear, and see using close- and/or distance-vision, and use their hands to touch, grasp, or type. The employee may occasionally be required to reach with their hands and arms, walk, and lift or move objects up to 20 pounds. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Duties are typically performed in an office environment. The work environment is usually a well-lighted environmentally controlled indoor environment with a moderate level of noise. This is a full-time position, and the hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Work hours may vary depending on operational activities and required duties; evening and weekend work may be occasionally required.

This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties may differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties, as assigned, may be required. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected under applicable local, state, or federal nondiscrimination laws.

This document does not create an employment contract. Employees are employed on an “at-will” basis and may be terminated at any time. Consistent with all federal and state disability laws, The Company will provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause a direct threat to this individual or others in the workplace and the threat cannot be eliminated by reasonable accommodation or cause undue hardship to the organization. The Company provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Compensation package:

• Bonus pay

Experience level:

• 2 years

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to work nights and weekend?

Experience:

• Sports Event Management: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: Remote

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