Job Title: Manager, Sports

Location: 100% Onsite – Santa Ana, CA

Salary Range: $62,780 – $70,080 annually (based on experience)

Job Type: Full-Time | Non-Exempt | Benefits-Eligible

About the Opportunity

Join a well-established organization deeply involved in community-focused programming across Southern California. We are seeking a Manager, Sports to help coordinate and grow regional sports initiatives, with a focus on Orange County. This hands-on, full-time position plays a key role in organizing seasonal sports events, supporting local programs and volunteers, and fostering inclusive sports opportunities for athletes of all abilities.

This role is 100% onsite in Santa Ana, CA, and supports one of California's largest community-focused nonprofit contractors.

What You’ll Do

• Plan and manage community sports events from start to finish
• Support volunteers, athletes, and partners across a wide range of local programs
• Help coordinate coaching resources, facility needs, and event logistics
• Work closely with schools, nonprofits, and community groups to grow participation
• Ensure programs align with organizational standards and safety protocols
• Provide training and education for local coaches and volunteers
• Collaborate with other departments on events, fundraising, and outreach
• Track program progress, maintain compliance, and manage reporting

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management, Recreation, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 4+ years in program or sports event coordination, community outreach, or youth engagement
• 2+ years in volunteer or staff supervision
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities is a plus
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects, work weekends/events as needed
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort using internal databases

Preferred but Not Required

• Special Olympics experience
• Budget planning or project coordination experience
• Familiarity with community athletics or school-based programs

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off and holiday schedule
• Retirement plan options
• Mileage reimbursement and travel support for events
• A supportive team working to make a measurable impact in the community

This is a great opportunity for someone passionate about inclusive sports and community development to bring their skills to a mission-driven team. We welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Certain clients require Eastridge to perform background checks and Eastridge will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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