Youth Engagement & Development Operations Coordinator 

*Circle, Department: *Marketing Operations 

*Status (E/NE, FT/PT): *Non-exempt, Full-Time 

*Reports to: *Director, Youth Engagement and Development 

Summary 

Here at the Detroit Pistons, we are focused on equality for all. We work collaboratively to foster a diverse and inclusive work environment that celebrates our differences while driving innovation and equity. Creating impactful experiences on and off the court is what we do - and ensuring that everyone has a voice is how we do it. 

We are seeking a team member with a positive, upbeat demeanor that can connect with a diverse population, and we are excited to meet you! 

As the Youth Engagement & Development Operations Coordinator, you will be responsible for assisting the Director in the timely completion of all operational entities of Pistons Academy, while assisting in all other youth basketball initiatives. Also, you will support all company-wide youth basketball initiatives as needed. 

What you'll be doing 

• While adhering to all company policies, maintain all operational aspects of Pistons Academy including contracts with host facilities, certificates of insurance, invoices, payments etc.
• Coordinate the timely response to all incoming emails and phone calls through Pistons Academy channels
• Lead all aspects of the timely collection of documents and payment from host facilities for all Pistons Academy programs
• Lead registration of all Pistons Academy events using "League Apps" or other registration software
• Assist the Director in the fulfilment of contractual obligations with sponsors
• Assist the Director in the growth and expansion of all Pistons Academy programming by creating new relationships throughout the state of Michigan that lead to new programming opportunities
• Assist the Director in adhering to a yearly budget for all Pistons Academy youth basketball programming
• Assist the Director in the management of Pistons Academy social media platforms by collaborating with the Pistons internal creative and content production teams
• Assist the Director in providing basketball opportunities that improve offerings for group sales, corporate partners and CSR department
• Assist the Director in implementing girl-specific programs that will grow participation of girls each year
• Assist with all on-court youth basketball programming as needed
• Maintain internal and on-site inventory of Pistons Academy products for all Pistons Academy events; including summer camp/clinic preparation

What we're looking for 

• Bachelor's degree in Sports/Event or Business Management, Public Relations, Communications, or related business fields
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficiency with all Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Strong attention to detail, timelines, and organization
• Excellent multi-task abilities
• Ability to assist with the organization of youth basketball leagues from start to finish (game scheduling, standing updates, parent communication, etc.)
• Comfortable in a strongly collaborative environment
• Exceptional professionalism and polish in demeanor and appearance
• Able to be flexible with working extended hours, including events on nights and weekends with
• Ability to travel to venues throughout the state as needed (Good driving record preferred)
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexua