Competition Coordinator (Part-Time)

About Us

USTA Mid-Atlantic Foundation, one of 17 sections of the United States Tennis Association, is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization that serves around 32,000 members in the District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia, and eastern and southern West Virginia. USTA Mid-Atlantic Foundation is committed to offering quality recreational and competitive programs for people of all ages and abilities. We aim to grow tennis in the Mid-Atlantic by creating accessible and inclusive opportunities that enrich ALL lives –physically, emotionally, and socially – by connecting all generations with the lifetime sport of tennis. Our vision is tennis for EVERY community.

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Mission

USTA/Mid-Atlantic Foundation is seeking a remote part-time Competition Coordinator who will support the full spectrum of Adult and Junior Competitive Tournaments within the Mid-Atlantic. This individual will report to the Manager, Competition and will work collaboratively within the Competition Department to support competitive play and the organization’s mission to grow the game of tennis.

Responsibilities

• Supports all aspects of the Junior & Adult Tournament space in the Mid-Atlantic – This position will support the execution of Adult & Youth Tournaments throughout the year.
• Reports and Data Analysis - Collect and analyze participant feedback, Tournament Director performance metrics, and registration data to enhance the tournament experience and inform strategic decisions.

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  Provider Education & Assistance – Deliver in-person and remote training and assistance for providers to ensure adherence to tournament standards and foster growth in the competitive pathway.
• Train & Serve as a Tournament Director As Needed - Complete the training process to become a USTA Mid-Atlantic-approved Tournament Director. This role provides the opportunity to manage tournaments at sites that require additional support.

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  Recruit Facilities & Providers in the Mid-Atlantic – Identify and build relationships with new facilities and providers in the Mid-Atlantic to expand tournament participation and promote competitive opportunities.

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  Event Support Orders – This position will facilitate provider and event orders budgeted for the Competition Department.

Requirements - What are we looking for?

• Mission and culture contributor: First and foremost - someone committed to the mission and vision of USTA Mid-Atlantic Foundation.
• Above-and-beyond initiative:Someone who is self-motivated, action-oriented, and resourceful in accomplishing their work. Someone who will do whatever it takes and is meticulous about follow through. Someone who thinks ahead and is proactive in their approach to their work.
• Excellent communicator: Someone who excels at and loves keeping everyone informed in a concise, clear, and compelling manner. This includes exceptional written and verbal communication, as well as the confidence to engage with individuals face-to-face, especially when providing or receiving feedback. Strong communication is key to fostering collaboration, ensuring alignment, and driving success in this role.
• Technology enthusiast : Someone who embraces mastering new systems and enjoys using technology and innovation to increase productivity.
• Strong entrepreneurial and problem-solving spirit: Someone who doesn't spend time thinking about what they can’t do, but instead asks themselves “why can’t I?” You get excited by the idea of aggressive challenges and big goals. You want to push the boundaries of what is possible. You make calculated moves when acting on your ideas and can stay agile and adapt in a setting of ambiguity.
• Exceptional organizational skills and follow-up:Someone who has a great foundation of methodical, personal organization that gives them the confidence to reach deadlines and achieve outcomes even when there are numerous other “priorities”. Must be able to handle multiple, concurrent tasks and assignments in an effective manner.
• A teammate and collaborator:Beyond individual contributions, someone that has experience and enjoys brainstorming and working with others. Someone who respects and embraces the diversity that each individual provides to the organization.
• Minimum qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Tennis Tournament Director Experience preferred.
• Experience with USTA Tournament Play preferred.
• 1-3 years related experience in coordinating programs.
• Experience with Google Suite, to include G-Mail, Google Sheets, Google Docs, Google Slides, Google Drive preferred.
• Must be able to professionally handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
• Physical Requirements of the Job: Spend frequent time making repetitive motions; spend frequent time sitting, standing and walking; spend frequent time using your hands to handle, reach, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls. Lifting up to 25lbs with or without assistance.
• Full vaccination against COVID-19 required as a condition of employment. Reasonable accommodations will be considered based on qualifying exemptions.

If this is a role that excites you, please apply. We look forward to learning more about you and the unique experiences you would bring to this role.

Competition Coordinator FAQs

• Who will the Competition Coordinator be working with? The coordinator position will work closely with Justin Cerny, Manager, Competition and Rachel Coelho, Competition Coordinator. The coordinator will also work with staff members from other departments within the USTA/MA organization.

• Is your team currently remote? Will this stay remote long term?We do have an office in Herndon VA; however, we are operating remotely for the most part. This role can be based anywhere in the Mid-Atlantic region of MD, DC, VA & WV. This person may need to attend meetings in the Herndon, VA office as required. We have three all staff meetings a year at our Herndon, VA office. Additional in person representation is expected up to eight times a year in agreement with the Manager, Competition.
• What is USTA/Mid-Atlantic Foundations approach to a diverse and equitable workforce?We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels empowered to bring their full authentic selves to work and where everyone’s voice is heard. You can read our diversity statement below, but we want to take it a step further because creating a diverse and equitable workforce and workplace culture goes beyond a diversity statement in a job posting. We will continue the journey to educate, foster, cultivate, and preserve a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion within the organization and beyond.

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  What does the hiring process consist of? The first step is to APPLY!

Apply - We will be accepting applications Thursday, Janaury 30, 2025 through Wednesday, February 19, 2025. This may be extended depending on the number of applicants we receive.

Initial Interviews will be scheduled with the Sr.Director, Talent Acquisition & Talent Acquisition Specialist. Initial Interviews are typically 30-45 minutes.

Second Interviews will be scheduled with the Manager, Competition if selected based on the phone interview. This interview is typically 1 hour in length.

Final Interview will be scheduled with the Sr. Director, Programs and Services, and the CEO if selected based on the second interview. This interview is typically 30 min in length.

Final Offer will be made by HR. If an offer is accepted, new hire paperwork and background check instructions will be sent electronically to the candidate for completion. Start date will be determined by mutual agreement and orientation will be scheduled once background check results are received.

This entire process from the date the posting ends to date an offer is made can take up to 3 – 5 weeks. Expected start date is between Thursday, February 20, 2025 and Thursday, March 6, 2025.

• How much does this position pay? How many hours is considered PT? Position is non-exempt and paid between $23.00- $25.00 per hour. Compensation is commensurate with experience. Bonus eligibility is determined annually. This position is scheduled for 20 hours per week. Preference is a Tuesday-Friday or Monday-Friday schedule with 4-5 hours per day between the hours of 9-5 PM excluding select weekend participation.
• If you have a question that is not listed here, what can you do?Feel free to fill out this Job Posting Questionnaire Form and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Benefits Below is a list of current part-time benefit offerings: