Job Opportunities
The Orange County Sports Commission is joining forces with its partners to list job openings in the sports industry throughout the county. This section offers information on current career opportunities with the goal of helping people in our community find jobs and helping our industry find critical staff. Today is the day to find your new career in the Orange County sports industry.
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JOB TITLE: Part-time Assistant, Sports Development REPORTS TO: Senior Director of Orange County Sports Commission DEPARTMENT: Orange County Sports Commission CLASSIFICATION: Exempt SALARY: $18-$20/hr
General Summary
Vision: Using the sports platform to make orange county a premier place to live, work, visit and play.
Mission: To Enhance the economic, social and cultural vitality of orange county communities trhoughsports.
This position will help advance the overall goals of the Orange County Sports Commission (OCSC) by positioning, organizing and servicing the county and partners as a global premier sporting event destination.
This role, provides an entry level opportunity within the sports industry, working with the Orange County Sports Commission in a fast-paced and fun environment. This role will interact directly with board members, community leaders, event organizers and individuals representing a variety of venues and organizations.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
• Assist Sports Development team with sales and booking efforts, entering information into SimpleView CRM.
• Help plan and lead site tours for visiting clients for prospective and booked events in Orange County.
• Support OCSC owned and operated events with operational and logistical planning. Such as the Sports Speaker Series, VIP Board Retreats and Networking Mixers.
• Assist the Senior Director of OCSC with an annual plan to promote the Golden Ticket Fundraiser including ticket sales.
• Work alongside Business Intelligence Dept to extract data and statistics to be used for community and board reports.
• Participates, takes notes, organizes task force and committee meetings for stakeholders.
• Develop event reports and distribute as required to sponsors, staff, and key stakeholders.
• Organize and account for inventory collateral for equipment and promotional items
• Coordinate and maintain volunteer database as a resource for hosted events within our destination.
• Provides support with team travel itineraries, calendar management and expense reporting.
Background
Core Competencies:
• Ability to think strategically and make decisions and recommendations that are in line with the organization’s strategic objectives.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively as a team member at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to exercise initiative, judgment, diplomacy and maintain confidentiality in a wide variety of internal and public situations.
• Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills including grammar, spelling and general written correspondence skills.
A. Supervision
Some supervisory experience is required for this position.
B. Confidentiality
Limited exposure to confidential information given from Senior Director, Sports Development.
C. Mental Application
Employee handbook followed guidelines.
D. Contacts – Internal and Public -
A friendly personality and ability to be tactful, discreet, and informed is required to interact with staff, Orange County Sports Commission, Visit Anaheim partners and the general public.
Specifications
A. Education
Required:
Current undergrad or graduate student, enrolled in a program for sports management, tourism, hospitality, athletic administration or business related.B. Experience
Required:
Strong passion and desire for the areas of sports development, tourism and event operations.Preferred:
1 -2 years experience within sports management and/or event planningC. Work Hours
Part-time Assistant requires a minimum of 20 hours per week, although days of the week and times of the shifts are flexible within OCSC office hours of 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Friday. The Senior Director of OCSC and Part-Time Assistant will agree upon a set schedule at the onset of the position, although there may be occasions when events occur during early morning, evening or weekend hours; when possible, the sports intern will be expected to be at these events.
D. Abilities
Required:Ability to perform multiple tasks and simultaneous projects with a high level of professionalism.
Preferred:
Computer knowledge (software programs – CRM database, Microsoft Suite and Teams) knowledge of key markets, and related sports industry associations, national governing bodies, and rights holders.
The physical demands 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 the essential functions.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work environment is a professional business office.
A consistent and reliable presence at work is necessary, ability to work a hybrid schedule between the office and home-base.
Send resumes to careers@visitanaheim.org – subject line to read: Part-time Assistant -Sports Development. All other correspondences will be disregarded.
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JOB TITLE: Manager, Golf and Recreation
LOCATION: Anaheim, California
STATUS: Full Time (paid vacation, benefits)
SALARY: $55,000 – $65,000/year
ORGANIZATION:
For more than 25 years, TGR Foundation has worked to create a world where opportunity is universal and potential is limitless. With an unwavering commitment to impact youth from under-resourced communities, its mission is to empower students to pursue their passions through education. TGR Foundation helps students connect passion with purpose through signature programs focused on in-person project-based learning, skills development, college access, career preparation and educator professional development. For more information visit TGRFoundation.org or connect on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
OVERVIEW:
The TGR Learning Lab Manager, Golf & Recreation reports to the Senior Program Director, TGR Learning Lab and will be responsible for developing and maintaining operational excellence with stakeholders. Our golf facility provides golf instruction year- round for students 5-18 years old. The individual selected will maintain quality and improvement of the golf instructional program, Player Development Program as well as related duties associated with the golf program growth and development and play a role in the support of TGR Live junior golf initiatives.
JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- With support from Vice President, Programs manage the TGR Learning Lab junior golf program, including, but not limited to facility management, organizing, scheduling, responsible for the supervision and management of junior golf department staff and developing instructional programs that meet the needs of TGR Learning Lab youth in line with current golf instructional programs;
- Designs and leads group golf classes including golf etiquette for students participating in TGR Learning Lab programs;
- Designs, implements and facilitates new and innovative TGR LL golf curriculum;
- Maintains accurate data, records and student files to document all activities conducted and services provided;
- Manages, maintains and revises an innovative year-round Saturday Player Development Program;
- Develops, implements and coordinates junior golf tournaments, golf outings and special events;
- Supports in the maintenance and tracking of SCGA Junior Pass memberships and participation;
- Identifies new opportunities for participants to grow their involvement in junior golf programs, and access to local courses;
- Supports the TGR JR Invitational presented by TaylorMade at Pebble Beach (October) by assisting TGR Live staff with building the event participation pipeline and awareness in Southern California junior golf scene;
- Supports and attends The Genesis Invitational at Riviera Country Club (February) and assists with the implementation and growth of the year-long Tee off for Youth programs and initiatives;
- Promotes the health and wellness of golf and other recreational activities;
- Understands the unique and diverse needs of stakeholders;
- Builds and maintains relationships and communication with students, families and organizations;
- Maintains and models high standards of behavior and performance while working with youth ages 5 –18;
- Able to travel;
- Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:
Manager, Golf & Recreation preferably will have at least three years experience working with junior golf instruction, coaching and tournament coordination. In addition to:
- Ability to work 40 hours a week, 5 days a week. Hours during the week will preferably be 9:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. and Saturdays 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.;
- Bachelor degree preferred;
- Opportunity to presume Class A PGA Professional Certification;
- Valid California Driver’s License in good standing;
- Willing to be part of an innovative movement of the development of underserved youth using golf as a vehicle to inspire, motivate and mentor youth to find a passion;
- Ability to integrate technology to design, create and implement new golf curriculum, lesson plans and activities;
- Provide leadership that promotes collaborative planning and innovative thinking;
- Impeccable interpersonal, presentation, organizational and verbal/written communication skills;
- Ability to work as a team and in a fast-paced environment;
- Proficient computer skills, including knowledge and application of MS Office and GHIN handicap program;
- Support TGR Foundation mission, vision and core values.
TO APPLY
Please submit the following materials to Yvonne Tello at ytello@tgrfoundation.org
- Cover letter
- Resume
*No phone calls please. The TGR Foundation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
This job description is illustrative of duties typically performed by this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive listing of each, and every job responsibility. Because job content may change from time to time, the Tiger Woods Foundation reserves the right to add and/or delete job responsibilities from this position at any time.
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JOB TITLE: Director, Golf and Recreation
LOCATION: Anaheim, California
STATUS: Full Time (paid vacation, benefits)
SALARY: $65,000 - $75,000/year
ORGANIZATION:
For more than 25 years, TGR Foundation has worked to create a world where opportunity is universal and potential is limitless. With an unwavering commitment to impact youth from under-resourced communities, its mission is to empower students to pursue their passions through education. TGR Foundation helps students connect passion with purpose through signature programs focused on in-person project-based learning, skills development, college access, career preparation and educator professional development. For more information visit TGRFoundation.org or connect on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The TGR Learning Lab Director, Golf and Recreation reports to the Vice President, Programs and will be responsible for developing and maintaining operational excellence with stakeholders. Our golf facility provides golf instruction year-round for students 5-18 years old. The individual selected will maintain quality and improvement of the golf instructional program, Player Development Program as well as related duties associated with the golf program growth and development and play a role in the support of TGR Live junior golf initiatives.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manages all aspects of the TGR Learning Lab junior golf program, including, but not limited to facility management, organizing, budgeting, scheduling, staff management and developing instructional programs that meet the needs of TGR Learning Lab youth in line with current golf instructional programs;
- Coordinates and participates in the hiring and development of golf department staff talent including interview, select, direct, evaluate, supervise and upskill staff;
- Designs and leads group golf classes including golf etiquette for students participating in TGR Learning Lab programs;
- Designs, implements and facilitates new and innovative TGR LL golf curriculum;
- Designs and implements curricula/classes that lead to golf industry certifications;
- Prepares and maintains accurate data, records and student files to document all activities conducted and services provided;
- Manages, maintains and revises an innovative year-round Saturday Player Development Program;
- Develops, implements and coordinates junior golf tournaments, golf outings and special events;
- Supports in the maintenance and tracking of SCGA Junior Pass memberships and participation;
- Identifies new opportunities for participants to grow their involvement in junior golf programs, and access to local courses;
- Supports and attends the TGR Junior Invitational presented by TaylorMade at Pebble Beach (October) by assisting TGR Live staff with building the event participation pipeline and awareness in the Southern California junior golf scene;
- Supports and attends The Genesis Invitational at Riviera Country Club (February) and assists with the implementation and growth of the year-long Tee off for Youth programs and initiatives;
- Promotes the health and wellness of golf and other recreational activities;
- Understands the unique and diverse needs of stakeholders;
- Builds and maintains relationships and communication with students, families and organizations;
- Maintains and models high standards of behavior and performance while working with youth ages 5 –18;
- Able to travel;
- Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIRED:
Director, Golf & Recreation preferably will have at least five years working with junior golf instruction, coaching and tournament coordination. In addition to:
- Ability to work 40 hours a week, 5 days a week Monday – Saturday. Hours during the week will be 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. and Saturdays 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.;
- Bachelor degree preferred and Class A PGA certification;
- Valid California Driver’s License in good standing;
- Willing to be part of an innovative movement of the development of underserved youth using golf as a vehicle to inspire, motivate and mentor youth to find a passion;
- Ability to integrate technology to design, create and implement new golf curriculum, lesson plans and activities;
- Provide leadership that promotes collaborative planning and innovative thinking;
- Impeccable interpersonal, presentation, organizational and verbal/written communication skills;
- Ability to work as a team and in a fast-paced environment;
- Proficient computer skills, including knowledge and application of MS Office and GHIN handicap program;
- Support TGR Foundation mission, vision and core values.
TO APPLY
Please submit the following materials to Yvonne Tello at ytello@tgrfoundation.org
- Cover letter
- Resume
*No phone calls please. The TGR Foundation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
This job description is illustrative of duties typically performed by this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive listing of each, and every job responsibility. Because job content may change from time to time, the Tiger Woods Foundation reserves the right to add and/or delete job responsibilities from this position at any time.
