Youth Program Coordinator (Summer)
This paid, full-time summer internship plays an important role in the behind-the-scenes operations and the marketing initiatives of the Des Moines Menace’s youth programs. Duties include:
Responsibilities
· Assisting in the operations, registration, and marketing of Junior Menace, Menace tournaments, and Menace Camps.
· Leading projects and initiatives to foster the growth of soccer in Des Moines and central Iowa.
· Assisting in the management of three websites, web stories and social-media initiatives to promote Menace programming.
· Assisting in the management of two registration platforms.
· Supporting the growth of soccer by working with the Menace’s affiliated youth clubs.
· Leading community outreach initiatives, including player appearance scheduling, fulfilling donations and growing the Menace’s Kicks 4 Kids program.
· Coordinating youth soccer camps, including the staff scheduling and communications to participants.
· Work Menace home matches in May – August. This includes full-day dedication to game-day set-up, servicing fans, and post-game tear-down.
· Leading in-game promotions at PDL home games.
· As available, assisting with the Menace’s youth tournaments in late April and early May.
· Other projects and duties, as directed by Menace Soccer Operations Manager.
· In addition to these role-specific responsibilities, you will play an active role in the marketing and promotions that drive the Menace.
Qualifications
· High levels of responsibility, organization and initiative.
· A passion for sports and knowledge of the game of soccer.
· The ability to problem solve and to think on the fly in a fast-paced (sometimes chaotic) environment.
· Experience with social media and the ability to learn new software.
· Willingness to work nights and weekends.
· Self-motivated with a positive attitude and dedication to the organization’s goals, mission, and values.
· Growth-focused and interested in continuous learning and improvement, with an openness to feedback.
· Proven team player who is willing to take on responsibilities and do what it takes to get the job done.
As part of the same corporate family as Kum & Go convenience stores, all Menace associates are expected to uphold the company's values: Passion, Integrity, Teamwork, Caring and Excellence. All of the company’s employees are subject to random drug tests. This internship starts late January and concludes mid-May. There are opportunities to continue work through mid-August.
To Apply
Please email your cover letter and resume to Sydney.tatam@MenaceSoccer.com. Instead of a cover letter, please email me three reasons why you’re interested in being part of the Menace. Deadline to apply is April 2, 2021. Position filled on a first come first serve basis so don’t wait to apply