usaswimming
Manager, Operations
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Sponsorship not specified$75k-$85kDetected 21 days ago
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About the role
- The Manager, Operations is responsible for managing all operational aspects of international camps and competitions for the National Team.
- Research and recommend hotels for training camps and competitions, including site visits when possible.
- Negotiate all contracts for air, hotel, ground transportation, and training venues.
Responsibilities
- Develop a timeline and itineraries for each international trip.
- Develop meal timelines, menus, rooming lists, and other logistics with hotels.
- Own GMS entries process for World Aquatics Events.
- Develop a trip handbook for all team members.
- Oversee and support volunteer staff, including team managers and dietitians.
- Manage all accounts payable and receivable for competitions.
Requirements
- Must be able to travel, both domestically and internationally, up to 40% of the year.
- Ability to maintain proper documentation that allows for international travel is required.
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time, transport equipment up to 20 pounds and manage energy expenditure over trips that can last several weeks.
- must be willing to relocate to Colorado Springs or the surrounding area(s).
Nice to have
- Company paid group term life and AD&D insurance
- 401(k) w/match after 1 year of service
- USA Swimming expects to hire for this position near the middle of the range.
- A bachelor's degree in sports management, related field, or equivalent.
- Minimum 3-5 years' experience working with National Team or National Junior Team athletes.
- Proven experience coordinating and managing large groups or teams.
- Experience with or understanding of National Governing Bodies structures, roles, objectives, and culture in relation to the Olympic movement and athlete relations.
- Swimming experience, coaching experience and knowledge of USA Swimming is preferred.
Skills
- Ability to adapt quickly in rapidly changing environments.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate when appropriate.
- Ability to anticipate potential challenges, adapt quickly, and problem solve in a high-paced environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
- Willingness to work weekends and occasional holidays.
Compensation
- Salary range for this position is $75,000 - $85,000 annually.
- This job posting contains a pay range, which represents the range of salaries that USA Swimming believes, in good faith, at the time of this posting, that it might be willing to pay for the posted position.
Benefits
- Bonus Eligibility: Based on company performance, this position may be eligible for an annual bonus target of 7.50%.
- Benefits available include:
- Medical, dental, and vision
- Company paid short-term and long-term disability
- Paid Parental leave
- Profit sharing and safe harbor contribution after 2 years of service
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