(USTA) United States Tennis Association · 14 hours ago
Officiating Growth Manager - USTA Midwest, USTA Mid-Atlantic, and USTA Northern
Orlando, FL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid LevelThe USTA (United States Tennis Association) is the national governing body for the sport of tennis and is focused on promoting and developing tennis across the United States. The Officiating Growth Manager will deliver the National Officiating Strategic Plan, focusing on recruitment, retention, training, and education initiatives for officials, while emphasizing diversity and inclusion.
Event PromotionSportsTennis
Responsibilities
Collaborate with National and Section staff and volunteers to define and deliver the Section’s plan for promoting, recruiting, developing and supporting officials with a strong emphasis on diversity and inclusion
Collaborate with National staff on the development of marketing, promotional and other collateral material to support recruitment and retention initiatives
Build strong relationships with various stakeholders from the Section’s Officiating community to ensure all officials have an equal opportunity for recruitment, assignments and development within the Sections
Develop a strong, positive working relationship with the Section’s Chairpersons and the Section Officiating Committees
Develop and implement plans, in line with the National Strategic Recruitment Plan, for the retention of current officials and growth of new officials at the Sections and local level
Quickly identify a new official’s barrier for entry and develop plans to minimize or eradicate those barriers
Understand the Youth Pathway implementation plans for the Net Generation Circuit and USTA Competitive Structure and implement officiating alignment plans to ensure an enhanced consumer experience
Develop a program that promotes the use of Court Captain through Net Generation Circuit events
Promote the use of technology to better serve Providers and Officials
Promote National Officiating Mentoring Program to the Section Officials and assist in implementing strategies to grow and sustain program participants
Conduct a needs analysis of the Sections/Regions Officiating requirements, in collaboration with Section staff, and strategically plan and coordinate Officiating In-person workshops throughout the Sections/Region
Be an active participant in the planning, development, and delivery of the Community Officiating Evaluation Program within Sections/Region
Work with National and Section staff to develop educational material, seminars, and webinars to educate the local tennis ecosystem on the ITF Rules of Tennis and USTA Regulations
Qualification
Required
A proven track record of building strong relationships and navigating long standing traditions, policies and practices
A proven self-starter who can work remotely
Excellent time management skills to manage workload
Demonstrates strong organizational skills
Ability to plan strategically and implement those plans
Exceptional interpersonal qualities and effective oral, written, presentation and listening communication skills to effectively represent officiating and the USTA throughout the Section
Comprehensive understanding of the game and rules of tennis
Flexibility – some weekend work and travel will be compulsory as part of this role
Preferred
Bachelor's degree preferred, ideally in a field that relates to sports management and/or business development
Local Candidates Preferred
Recruiting experience is desired
Coaching/mentoring experience
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, access to doctors virtually, a flexible spending account to manage your health and dependent care expenses, and life and disability insurance are a small part of our offerings.
Generous paid time off policy - including vacation, sick, personal, and paid holidays, parental leave, and a paid winter recess.
401(k) with employer matching (up to 6.5%), promotional and growth opportunities, Learning and Development programs to learn on the job, and up to $5,000 for tuition reimbursement.
Resources for overall well-being including mental health and meditation benefits.
A personalized health management program, pet insurance, commuter benefits, identity theft protection, discounts with our network of partners, and fun events are just a few of the optional benefits available.
Company
(USTA) United States Tennis Association
The United States Tennis Association (USTA) is the national governing body for the sport of tennis and the recognized leader in promoting and developing the sport’s growth at every level in the United States, from local communities to the crown jewel of the professional game, the US Open.
Founded in 1881
201-500 employees
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Brendan McIntyre
Managing Director, Head of US Open, Pro Tennis and USA Tennis Communications and Content
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