Overview:
The Director of Fastpitch/Player Development will be involved in various tasks that will assist Fargo Area
Sports in organizing and preparing a good product to ensure kids have a fun and enjoyable experience in our program. The Fastpitch/Player Development Director will provide customer service, assistant in league operations such as scheduling, team assignments, uniform order and other duties assigned by the President/CEO.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Specific duties include, but may not be limited to:
• Report directly to the President/CEO
• Manage employees/volunteers.
• Contribute to managing, overseeing and following up on activities of the fastpitch program
including: season planning, program development, facility planning and utilization, team
registration, scheduling of games/tournaments/clinics, coaches’ training needs and day to day
client communications and requests.
• Executing outreach initiatives to support the promotion of the fastpitch program.
• Effectively communicate with parents, athletes, organization leaders, and partnered
organizations.
• Demonstrate integrity and character in understanding and abiding by the values of the
organization.
• Oversee all operations to the Dakota Selects Travel program.
• Hiring and management of coaches and team managers.
• Other tasks and projects assigned by the Fargo Area Sports Board of Directors, Fastpitch
committee, and President/CEO.
Qualifications:
• Experience and knowledge of fastpitch is required.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong time management skills.
• Knowledge in the sport of fastpitch and commitment to working with youth and families
• Ability to be prepared and organized for each program day.
• Fun and energetic personality.
• Uphold core value of putting kids first.
• Pass a background check.
Additional Information:
• This position will be located in our Fargo Area Sports offices.
• The Director of Fastpitch will work Monday through Friday from 9:00 – 5:00 including some
nights and weekends.
• Time off will be communicated by the President/CEO.
• Salary range of $45,000 - $50,000. Salary determined by experience.
• Benefits package included
About Fargo Area Sports:
Fargo Area Sports is a community-based organization that brings the diamond sport of baseball to
families in our town. The organization operates as a 501c(3) non-profit, operated by volunteers from the
community in which we live. The organization offers opportunities for children to learn our great
pastime and provides enhanced playing opportunities for more advanced players.
To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to [email protected].