JOB INFORMATION

Job Title: Youth Program Manager

Reports to: Manager, Recreational Programs

Work Type: Permanent, Full Time, 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)

Start Date: May 05, 2025

Closing Date: 11:59 pm PST, April 06, 2025(If the position is not filled the competition will remain open until a candidate has been selected)

Salary:$55,000 per annum

JOB OVERVIEW

Volleyball BC is the provincial sport governing body that actively encourages participation and fosters the development of volleyball in BC. The head offices are based at the Harry Jerome Sports Centre (HJSC) located in Burnaby, BC.

The Youth Program Manager is highly organized and has experience in the planning and execution of youth recreational programming. Reporting to the Manager, Recreational Programs, this dynamic role is responsible for the development and delivery of indoor and outdoor youth grassroots development programs in the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley, including managing program logistics, recruiting and supporting program coaches, and ensuring a high-quality experience for all participants. The Youth Program Manager will play a key role in advancing VBCs mission and youth development pathway by ensuring programs align with organizational objectives and community needs.

This position is located at our head office, the Harry Jerome Sports Center, in Burnaby, BC and will require the ability to work evenings and weekends at satellite locations when leagues are being hosted by Volleyball BC.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Duties

• Plan, implement, and deliver engaging youth volleyball programs (ages 8-18) that promote skill development, participation, and a positive learning environment.
• Develop seasonal schedules for programs, clinics, camps, and community outreach initiatives.
• Align programs with the youth volleyball system in British Columbia and Volleyball Canadas long-term
• athlete development principles.
• Evaluate program success through feedback and skill development metrics.
• Recruit and train coaches ensuring alignment with Volleyball BC coaching standards.
• Provide ongoing support, professional development, and training workshops for coaching staff.
• Oversee equipment management, ensuring resources are available and maintained.
• Provide on-site and remote leadership for programs, resolving logistical challenges and ensuring smooth
• operations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for program participants, parents, coaches, and staff, ensuring clear
• communication and program updates.
• Address and resolve concerns professionally, fostering positive relationships with participants and
• parents.
• Manage program budgets, ensuring financial sustainability and resource efficiency.

2. Working Conditions

• Primary working location is a standard office environment; (approximately 60% of time)
  o Volleyball BC offices are located at the Harry Jerome Sports Centre (HJSC) in Burnaby, BC V5A 1E7;
• Secondary working location is at external program facilities such as community centres or beach courts throughout the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley (approximately 40%):
• Direct exposure to all outdoor elements for extended periods of time: sun, wind, rain, heat, and dust/sand at beach courts; direct exposure to loud noise due to live sports and music in an enclosed area
• Required to travel throughout Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley with volleyball equipment access to personal vehicle is required.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in youth program management, volleyball coaching, or a related field.
• Must be able to regularly work evenings and weekends at various locations around the Lower Mainland &Fraser Valley;
• Strong leadership, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills;
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement successful youth programs;
• Knowledge of volleyball coaching principles and Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) framework;
• Proficiency in registration system software and digital communication tools;
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, and logistics;
• Experience working with diverse communities and promoting inclusion in sports is an asset.

2. Training and Experience:

• Completion of a two year post-secondary recreation program or an equivalent combination of training and experience in a relevant field (i.e. sport management, sport administration, kinesiology, physical education etc);

3. Licenses, Certificates and Registrations:

• Valid Class 5 Drivers License issued in British Columbia required;
• Completion and maintenance of clear Criminal Record Check required;
• First-Aid and CPR training is considered an asset.

APPLICATION DETAILS

Please forward cover letter and resume to Mackenzie Coyle at [email protected] by 11:59 PM PST on April 6, 2025.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest; however only those invited to interview will be contacted.