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J Robinson Camps - Director of Wrestling Operations

J Robinson Intensive Camps
Position Description – Director, Wrestling Operations
Posted August 31, 2015

The number one intensive sports training camp for over 37 years, J Robinson Intensive Camps (JRIC) seeks a high energy and organized Director of Wrestling Operations.
Launched in 1978, J Robinson Intensive Camps have guided over 30,000 athletes through a choice of 5, 10, 14 and 28-day training camps with the primary focus of developing wrestling and life skills. Geared toward athletes ages 14-18, JRIC is a highly structured series of camps which run from June – August with locations across the country. We are seeking an enthusiastic, team-oriented leader who has a passion for guiding athletes towards positive athletic, scholastic and life achievements.

Director, Wrestling Operations

General Purpose

Primary duties are the execution and enhancement of all wrestling camps and associated ventures. Relied on to ensure the company’s core values are instilled, communicated and adhered to at every camp. Directly responsible for hiring and supervising counselors for each camp as well as securing prominent featured speakers/athletes/coaches.
Establishing related business projects that compliment the JRIC camp model and philosophy.

Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities

Coordination of all camp(s) logistics to include:
• Primary liaison with facility administration on site
• On-site management of all Intensive camps during the summer
• Research and selection of current and future camp locations
• Negotiating contracts for facilities, equipment, salaries and food service
• Hiring, contracting, supervising, scheduling and managing all camp staff
• Maintaining relationships and compliance with facility regulations, schedules and procedures
• Design and conduct pre-camp staff education and training program
• Scheduling and facilitating camp athlete and staff transportation
• Direct camp check-in & check-out process
• Direct initial grouping of campers and other associated procedures
• Manage problems and difficulties that arise in the course of camp and camp preparation - adapt course as necessary
• Maintain practical communication and follow-up with specific location directors
• Help supervise camp director contractors at Technique and Competition camps


Managing and assessing the daily workout plan of the campers while ensuring the practices are conducted in a safe, healthy manner
• Development of ongoing educational and certification programs for staff and trainers
• Develop and maintain a daily schedule of workouts consistent with the JRIC philosophy
• Overseeing and trouble-shooting any potential discipline issues with camp attendees
• Managing issues that arise at camp, serving as the main contact point; address and govern any problems that arise during camp with staff, camp athletes, school administration, parents and the public
• Ensuring all camper activities and facilities are organized, supervised and safe
• Responding in a timely and respectful manner to all requests made by staff, parents, facility personnel, camp office and others
• Supervise all staff/parent communication on site

Contribute to Marketing and Merchandise Programs
• Communicating with Merchandise Coordinator to ensure the best selection, stock and execution of camp store sales, policies and procedures. This includes direct involvement in the hiring of seasonal summer camp store manager.
• Make recommendations to Merchandise Coordinator for new and existing products for camp athletes, coaches and lifestyle wear for wrestling community
• Assist Marketing Manager with development of advertising and promotional materials and strategies
o Establish and implement marketing strategies to meet organizational objectives
o Collaborate with the development and distribution of marketing materials
o Attend, set-up and staff exhibits for trade shows, conventions, competitions and other relevant events
• Assist with producing, compiling and editing information for camp workbook and other materials given to camp athletes
o Publication of a newsletter, newsletter content, articles and information and ideas for content/design
o Contribution of ideas for website content

New Product Development
• Drive an ongoing effort of innovation and execution of new programs and new ideas
• Manage aspects of research and development of new and existing athletic programs; make recommendations on necessary activities for introduction of new products, processes and potential areas of growth
• Research and implementation of new camps and innovative wrestling programs
• Developing and documenting organization and implementation strategies to achieve consistent high quality results on site at all camps


Public Image
• Set a high standard of excellence for the staff and campers exhibited by teaching, leading and conducting oneself in a professional manner
• Make and maintain regular contact with coaches around the country to promote and organize current and new programs
• Oversee the representation of a positive organizational image to the general public, clients and the community

Budgeting / Camp Performance
• Analyze and make recommendations on factors such as pricing, distribution and product performance (failures and successes)
• Conduct post season reconciliation of facility/staff expenses
• Other duties as assigned

GRIT Wrestling
• Develop and maintain GRIT Wrestling programming and oversee areas leading to its growth
• Implement year-round programing and coordinate staffing of all GRIT programs. Duties not limited to but include: staffing, overseeing the curriculum of the specific sites, programing, and communicating with coaches, athletes and parents
• Attend designated number of Fall, Winter, and Spring season practices, selected tournaments in and out of the local area that all GRIT athletes can attend with a GRIT coach
• Assist in the contacting (calling, event presentation, etc.) of coaches and establishing of a marketing campaign to increase GRIT/JRIC enrollment
• Coordinate and staff “GRIT Home Camps”


Education and Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Communication, Sports Management, Health/Fitness or other related field preferred
• Extensive background and understanding of wrestling at all levels of competition
• Experience in coaching and fundamentals of athletic training
• Interest in other athletics or physical fitness programs ideal but not required
• Skilled at relevant computer applications (Microsoft Word, Excel, Internet/email proficient) and practiced at communicating professionally
• 3+ years experience in sports industry or relevant field





Key Competencies

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Genuine enjoyment of interacting, teaching and counseling youth - teen athletes
• Outgoing, persuasive, success-oriented personality
• Ability to listen, resolve and respond to high volume seasonal customer inquiries
• Team player who can function independently but fully collaborates with onsite and office staff
• Takes initiative and ownership in presenting the best image for JRIC
• Skillful in providing effective, accurate, courteous and professional customer service under hectic conditions and for diverse groups of individuals, in a cordial and professional manner
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally both verbally and in writing to external and internal customers
• Ability to work independently with little supervision
• Ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities
• Strong analytical skills and detail oriented
• Strong contract negotiation skills
• Excellent organization skills

Position Requirements
• Flexible schedule and ability to work extended hours leading up to and during camp season
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines and conflicting assignments
• Skilled at problem solving during a demanding schedule with ability to steadily lead and direct
• Must be able travel for extended periods of time over the summer as needed
• Must be willing to live on-site at all Intensive Camp locations
• Physically demanding at times. Must be able to demonstrate a wide variety of wrestling techniques; must occasionally lift/carry/push/pull up to 200 lbs.

This position will remain posted until September 30, 2015 unless filled earlier

Please send resume, cover letter and 3 references to address below or apply via email by sending attachments to [email protected]

J Robinson Intensive Camps
Attention: Executive Director
2520 E Hennepin Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55413


No calls please