Lil' Kickers Coordinator / Birthday Party Manager
Lil' Kickers of Willowbrook
Lil' Kickers Coordinator / Birthday Party Manager
Full Time • Lil' Kickers of Willowbrook
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Bonus based on performance
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedule
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
About the Company
Designed to serve the diverse needs of youth and adult athletes, Sawmill Sports Hub is a premier indoor sports complex in DuPage County welcoming everyone from recreational players and families to competitive athletes pursuing elite performance across Chicagoland. In addition to our athletic programming, we also offer flexible event space, providing a customizable venue for everything from casual gatherings to fully planned celebrations.
About the Role
We are seeking a results-driven and highly organized professional to lead and grow our Lil’ Kickers soccer program and youth birthday party business. This role is responsible for the overall management, performance, and strategic growth of both business lines, including staff leadership, operational oversight, and revenue generation.
This position’s primary duty is the management and growth of the Lil’ Kickers program and birthday party operations, with a focus on staff supervision, business performance, and customer experience.
Key Responsibilities
Program & Business Management
- Own scheduling, registration, and performance outcomes
- Monitor KPIs and implement improvements
- Drive revenue growth across both business lines
Leadership & Staff Management
- Supervise and develop staff
- Create schedules and ensure proper coverage
- Provide coaching and performance feedback
- Interview, hire, onboard, train, and develop staff; provide ongoing coaching and performance feedback
Sales, Outreach & Marketing
- Manage staff and resolve day-of issues
- Generate and convert leads
- Build community partnerships
- Collaborate with marketing efforts
Lil’ Kickers Program Oversight
- Oversee seasonal scheduling and enrollment
- Maintain program quality and consistency
- Support instructors and ensure strong customer experience
Birthday Party Operations
- Oversee booking, planning, and execution
- Ensure a seamless experience from inquiry through completion
- Manage staff and resolve day-of issues
Administrative & Strategic Functions
- Maintain records and reporting systems
- Track performance metrics
- Update SOPs and improve processes
Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in youth programming, sports management, recreation, or event operations
- Experience in a leadership role with staff supervision and accountability
- Proven experience in customer service, sales, or program growth
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
- Ability to lead teams and manage multiple operational priorities
- Entrepreneurial, results-oriented mindset
- Must be available to work night, weekends and peak event times
Physical Requirements
- Ability to move throughout the facility to supervise staff, programs, and events, including standing and walking for extended periods
- Ability to occasionally lift or move equipment up to 50 pounds as needed to support operations
- Ability to observe activities and provide real-time coaching and direction to staff
- Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and electronically with staff, parents, and community partners
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and move between program and event areas as needed
Compensation: $48,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
About Us
Lil’ Kickers is a nationwide soccer program rooted in child development theory for kids ages 18 months to 12 years old. Weekly classes are packed with fun and taught by dynamic coaches with a passion for kids. We focus on helping children build strong physical, intellectual and emotional skills using the game of soccer. With more than 100 locations across the U.S. and Canada, Lil’ Kickers has been a source of fun and individual growth for more than 1,000,000 participants over the past 20 years.
Our Philosophy
Using world-renowned child development theories, our curriculum is child-centered, creative, and comprehensive. By rewarding the children’s effort and not just the outcome, we drive the will to try again and again and again. We believe an amazing on-field experience will keep children engaged and coming back for more.
Our Mission
To inspire. We believe childhood is a magical time full of possibilities. We believe in approaching everything from a developmental perspective. We believe learning should be fun. We believe in creating space for all children whether they are on the road to all-star soccer or simply just want to play.
Every Coach within Lil' Kickers has gone through rigorous training to make sure each child is getting the best instruction possible that is both age-appropriate and developmentally minded.
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Flexible and consistent hours
Fun and friendly environment
Impact the lives of kids through soccer
Fitness-casual dress code
Opportunity for advancement