Youth Basketball Coordinator
Company: Ball Arena
Role summary
Youth Basketball Coordinator is a role at Ball Arena in Quinte West, Ontario, Canada (on-site). Posted 2026-09-03. Experience level: 2-5.
- Job title
- Youth Basketball Coordinator
- Company
- Ball Arena
- Location
- Quinte West, Ontario, Canada
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Category
- Administrative
- Experience level
- 2-5
- Date posted
- 2026-09-03
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in your community by organizing and running youth basketball programs. You'll get to foster a love for the game in young athletes, coordinate events, and work with a variety of people, all while helping to build a positive environment. It's a chance to combine your passion for sports with rewarding community engagement.
Job description
Job Title: Youth Basketball Program Coordinator
Department: Youth Development - Basketball
Business Unit: KSE
Location: Denver, CO
Reports To: Executive Director of Youth Sports
Employment Type: Full Time – Hourly – Non-Exempt
Supervisor Position: Yes
Application Deadline:
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Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) is an American Sports and Entertainment holding company based in Denver, Colorado. KSE is committed to providing world class sports and entertainment for both live and broadcast audiences. We are the employer of choice as the owner and operator of Ball Arena, DICK’S Sporting Goods Park, the Paramount Theatre, Denver Nuggets (NBA), Colorado Avalanche (NHL), Colorado Mammoth (NLL), Colorado Rapids (MLS), Altitude Sports & Entertainment, Major League Fishing/Fishing League Worldwide (MLFLW), Winnercomm, Outdoor Sportsman Group, and SkyCam.
Position Overview:
The goal of the Denver Nuggets youth basketball department is to increase the participation, passion, and quality of youth basketball in the State of Colorado. This is achieved through various programming and relationships with local youth basketball operators. The youth basketball program coordinator will work in tandem with the director of youth basketball to execute all youth basketball programming including but not limited to camps, clinics, Jr. Nuggets, game-day programming, partnership opportunities, and community relations opportunities. The ideal candidate for this role would be a highly energetic coach who can work as a member of a team, lead a team, and work alone in a competitive and professional environment.
Position Duties
Serve as lead clinician and manager on duty for Jr Nuggets camps, clinics, and events
In conjunction with the director, help design, create, and execute long term scalable Jr Nuggets programming
Work with different departments to acquire resources, create marketing materials, and promote camps, clinics, and Jr. Nuggets Jersey Program
Build relationships with community partners to expand overall participation and quality of youth basketball programming
Help drive group ticket sales through Jr Nuggets programming
Help develop and grow the Denver Nuggets Kids’ Club
Help develop a list of sponsorable Jr Nuggets assets and programs
Maintain and facilitate registration and execution of all Jr Nuggets camps and clinics
Collaborate with community recreation centers to execute Jr. Nuggets Community programming
Serve as the main customer service representative for all Jr Nuggets participants
Lead, train, and schedule a group of part-time coaches
Other duties as assigned
Working Conditions & Physical Demands:
Typical office conditions
Coach basketball and demonstrate all on-court basketball techniques
Lift, bend, and stand for lengthy periods of time
Lift 50 lbs. daily
Work in extreme weather conditions
This is an in-person position, performed on and offsite
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
College degree or equivalent experience
Three years of basketball coaching experience at the recreational, middle school, high school, or collegiate level
One year or volunteer, part-time, or full-time supervision
Experience in building or executing youth sports programs
High school or collegiate level playing experience
Customer service experience
Basic operational knowledge of the Microsoft office suite
Ability to pass a background check
Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely and legally
Ability to travel in the state and occasionally out of state
Applicants must meet these minimum qualifications at the time of hire
Competencies/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
A strong passion for youth basketball
Strong basketball coaching experience
Leadership ability
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as in a team environment
Ability to plan and execute entertaining and knowledgeable camps and clinics
Positive culture builder/contributor
Ability to manage a part-time team
History of collaborating with parents and children
Ability to communicate with individuals of all ages and all experience levels in a clear and concise manner
Ability to multitask and solve unique/complex problems
Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays
Compensation
Base hourly range: $21.00 per hour
Benefits Include
12 Paid Company Holidays
Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Life Insurance
Short and Long-term Disability
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending plans (FSAs)
401K plan/Employer Match
Applications must be received by: 10/05/2026
Equal Employment Opportunity
Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.