The Girl Scout mission is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. Behind every Girl Scout and volunteer is a team of local staff ready to help them earn that next badge, embark on a camping adventure, or organize an impactful service project.
We are Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey (GSNNJ) serving girls in grades K-12 in Bergen, Morris, Passaic, Sussex and northern Warren counties. We bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to 19,000 girls and 10,200 adult members. We have two beautiful camp properties, including Lake Rickabear Day Camp which sits on 332 acres of land including a beautiful 40-acre, spring-fed lake, perfect for swimming, pedal boating, paddle boarding, and row boating. This camp property also houses our new pickleball courts.
We are looking for an entrepreneurial and dynamic Pickleball Program Manager to design, launch, and manage a pickleball program at our 300-acre Lake Rickabear Day camp. This position will deliver and oversee the development of a robust pickleball business, including lessons, leagues, tournaments, and open play, while aligning with the Girl Scouts’ mission. Participants in the pickleball program must be members of Girl Scouts, and the Manager will ensure the program contributes to the council’s revenue goals.
This is a part-time seasonal role ( now through November) with15 -25 hours weekly, and not eligible for benefits.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Program Development:
· Design and implement pickleball lesson series.
· Deliver the pickleball lesson on-site at Lake Rickabear Camp.
· Develop open-play schedules, leagues, and tournament opportunities.
· Design and offer pickleball classes to kids during our summer camp season.
Staffing
· Facilitate pickleball sessions and offer a great learning experience
· Hire qualified teaching professionals to run pickleball programs as the program expands.
· Train, coach and educate staff of pickleball instructors on all pickleball instructional and administrative related matters on a daily basis and at weekly meetings when applicable.
· Mentor and be a resource for pickleball coaches.
Operations & Technology:
· Research and implement scheduling and payment systems for program registration and court reservations.
· Oversee the maintenance of pickleball courts and facilities, including lighting and amenities. Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety of sports equipment and shed.
· Maintain strict safety procedures set forth by GSNNJ. Conduct safety orientation of equipment and safety procedures.
· Explore feasibility and budgeting for a bubble or other weatherproofing solutions.
Revenue Generation:
· Establish pricing for lessons, open play, and other activities to ensure profitability.
· Build partnerships and sponsorship opportunities to enhance the program.
Marketing & Outreach:
· Develop and execute a marketing strategy to attract local players of all skill levels
· Engage with community groups, schools, and other organizations to promote the program.
· Provide concierge-type consultation services to all members and guests relating to pickleball programming.
Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.