Vasa Ski Club is getting ready for another exciting season of activities and programs. We are looking to hire a Club Manager to oversee administrative operations for the club. This is a part-time, paid position. It will involve year-round work, with the emphasis on the fall and winter months.
This is a great opportunity for a person who loves cross country skiing, and has a skill set to match our job description. Please forward this on to any others who might be interested! Interested persons, see the Hiring Notice and Job Description below. Please contact club president Eric Jean if you are interested at: ejoutside@gmail.com
Updates (if any) will be found at https://www.vasaskiclub.org/were-hiring.html
Club Manage Hiring Notice
The position will oversee administrative operations for the Vasa Ski Club.
The Vasa Ski Club promotes access and enjoyment of Nordic skiing through instruction, recreation and community by offering quality programs & events to encourage youth and community members to participate in cross country skiing. We are looking for a self-starter with a passion for youth & skiing to help us oversee and further develop our recreational Nordic programs.
The successful candidate will:
- Have an understanding of Nordic skiing
- Be a skilled, enthusiastic, well organized administrator with computer, Microsoft office & internet competency
- Have excellent communication skills; friendly personality and excellent customer service skills
- Be a 'self-starter' who works effectively with or without supervision and as part of a team.
- Possess fund raising experience
- Use various outreach, marketing communication and social media tactics to increase the visibility of club programs, services and activities.
Packaged based on part-time with varying hours throughout the year. Part time defined as 1,040 hours annually with higher hours during fall and winter months. Flexible hours during off season. Wage depending on experience.
Please refer to attached job description
Please contact Eric Jean - Vasa Ski Club President (231) 633-4665 ejoutside@gmail.com
Application timeline: Open until position is filled.
Club Manager Description
POSITION SUMMARY
The Club Manager supports a range of programming and communication activities to help further the VASA Ski Club's cross country skiing mission and goals. This position requires a genuine enthusiasm for the VASA Ski Club's work and a passion to see youth grow and succeed. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential to effectively interact with and build trust and confidence among our members and supporters.
REPORTS TO
VASA Ski Club Executive Board
WORKS WITH
Program Leaders, Site Coordinators, Board of Directors. As well as external stakeholders; partners, program participants, donors, volunteers, and the general public.
RELATIONSHIPS
Internal: Maintain contact with Board of Directors, volunteers and club members
External: Maintain contact with potential and current donors, external community groups, school officials, parents and others as required
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Commits to the VASA Ski Club Mission
- Oversees Club Programs
- Manage data collection system for all programs
- Coordinates volunteers for all programs
- Ensures development, implementation and monitoring of the club's finances in collaboration with the club treasurer
- Ensures all necessary administrative and operational systems are in place to support effective operations and programs
- Manages relationships, partnerships and relationships
- Manage fund raising efforts
- Marketing and Public Relations
- Increase visibility of club programs, services and activities
- Develop and maintain good public relations
PARTNERSHIPS
Develop and maintain collaborative partnerships with youth serving organizations, members, parents, families, funders and community organizers
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The VASA Ski Club does not maintain an office. It is the responsibility of the Club Manager to make their own office arrangements. The Club Manager is expected to be present at Board meetings and attend a wide variety of events, some of which will occur outside in various weather conditions.
STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE
Success is measured by the degree to which:
- Enhanced grant writing, membership, donations and program fees, creating club sustainability and management position
- Required work is completed on time and budget goals are met
- Written communication is clear, concise, professional, and free from error
- Program plans are adhered to and improved when appropriate
- Program outcomes are measured and target goals are achieved
SKILLS:
Exhibit a passion for cross country skiing and professionalism, with superior social and interpersonal skills
- Exhibit ability to work well, engage, encourage and communicate with people of all ages
- Detail-oriented with strong organization skills
- Exhibit excellent time management skills and ability to meet deadlines
- Demonstrate ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Effective problem solving skills
- Proficient in use of Microsoft Office Programs
- Comprehends social media and web communications
OTHER:
- Able to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends
- Desire to learn and grow professionally
