About the Role
Special Olympics Louisiana is seeking a dynamic, highly organized, and mission-driven Programs Coordinator to join our state team. This role is at the heart of our operations, providing critical administrative, logistical, and outreach support across our core sports, health, and education initiatives.
The successful candidate will focus on program development, community outreach, resource creation, and partnership expansion to drive growth in priority communities across the state. If you are a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about creating inclusive communities, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
The Programs Coordinator works collaboratively with the programs team to ensure the seamless execution of statewide initiatives. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
School & Youth Development (Unified Champion Schools®)
- Assist with the coordination, expansion, and ongoing support of school and youth programming across Louisiana.
- Update school and youth program websites, school resource kits, and promotional materials.
- Prepare Professional Development materials for educators and instructional materials for school-based coaches.
- Maintain and update the school programs database to ensure accurate tracking and compliance.
Sports, Competitions, & Health
- Provide administrative and hands-on, on-site logistical support for our regional competitions and state championships.
- Manage daily data entry and database management to support athlete medical forms, volunteer registrations, and event tracking.
- Support the coordination of Healthy Athletes® screenings and inclusive health initiatives, managing supply logistics and tracking health data.
Resource & Resource Development
- Develop coaching and community resources, tools, and training materials.
- Provide support to the ongoing development of volunteer and athlete training resources.
- Assist in fostering the growth and development of specialized programming by developing targeted resources and working alongside aligned partner organizations.
Qualifications & Skills
- Experience: 1–3 years of experience in program coordination, administrative support, youth development, or sports management (non-profit experience is a plus).
- Education: Degree in Sports Management or another related field preferred
- Technical Savvy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, database management, and basic website/digital content updates.
- Resource Creation: Ability to develop clear, engaging educational, coaching, and promotional materials for diverse audiences.
- Relationship Building: Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to foster partnerships with schools, community organizations, and sports leagues.
- Flexibility: Ability to work occasional weekends and evenings to support statewide competitions and events, along with travel across the state as required.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement plan with organizational match.
- Generous paid time off (PTO) and holiday schedule.
- A collaborative, high-energy work culture based at our headquarters in Covington.
Pay: $35,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Skills Required
- 1-3 years of experience in program coordination, administrative support, youth development, or sports management
- Degree in Sports Management or a related field
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience with database management
- Ability to perform basic website and digital content updates
- Ability to develop clear educational, coaching, and promotional materials for diverse audiences
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build partnerships with schools, community organizations, and sports leagues
- Ability to work occasional weekends and evenings
- Ability to travel across the state as required
What We Do
Special Olympics Louisiana is a nonprofit organization that provides year-round sports training and athletic competitions in Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. Through participation, athletes can build physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy, and share skills and friendship with families and community members. The organization also advances inclusion and well-being through sport and supports programs and events across Louisiana.
