Manager, North Competitions

Responsibilities

Indoor Age Class Program – Manage all aspects of the indoor age class programs including:

Manages multiple indoor age categories

Provide supervision and support to the North Competitions Coordinator

Provide on-and-off-site support during events

Final review of draws and compliance standards

Assist with program budgeting, manage program budgets, and make recommendations for budget reallocations as necessary

Lead communications to all stakeholders for their age groups and area

Communications with the Manager of Courtside Logistics related to referee scheduling and event information

Hire, schedule, supervise, and support Venue Coordinators in Edmonton and Grande Prairie

Review timesheets and complete payments and expense reimbursements

Assist with drafting and reviewing competition and signing regulations

Ensures appropriate communication and branding at competition venues

Supporting member registration and Person In Authority checks

Tracking event registrations

Provides onsite support to shop staff

Supports tournament results

Beach Tournaments and Outdoor Programs – manage and provide logistical support for Youth and Adult Beach/Outdoor Leagues, Programs and Tournaments:

Lead beach facility maintenance, budgets and bookings

Manage beach/outdoor programs and tournament development, budget and schedule

Provides on and offsite support during programs and events

Hire and supervise Summer Beach and Outdoor Staff

Recruit and hire Coaches and Venue Coordinators for beach programs and tournaments

Review timesheets and complete payments and expense reimbursements

Assists with facility bookings, payments and venue allocations

Assists with draw development and support

Drafting and reviewing competition regulations

Leads Beach/Outdoor advisory group as required

Alberta Summer Games:

Promote the Alberta Summer Games throughout all zones

Recruit, hire, and oversee coaches

Complete all applications, registrations, evaluations, reports, and related administrative duties

Coordination and administration of Zone Tryouts

Manage payments and expense reimbursements

Liaise and coordinate with the Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation staff and host communities

Other duties:

Assist with the delivery of other programs and services as needed

Manage and support advisory committees

Social media support

Provide logistical, planning, and on-site support for Alberta hosted events including Nationals and International events

Support Membership Registration

Ensure relevant website area is kept up to date

Complete reports for leadership and relevant Volleyball Alberta committees as requested

Undertake such projects and tasks as assigned

Serve as a Volleyball Alberta ambassador

Qualifications

Minimum experience: 3–5 years of experience in sport management, or a related field.

Preferred experience: 5+ years of experience in sport management, communications, event management and marketing.

Minimum education: College diploma in Sport & Recreation, Event, Business Management or a field deemed to be relevant.

Preferred education: Undergraduate degree in Sport Management, Kinesiology, Communications, Business Management, or a degree deemed to be relevant. NCCP Coaching certification within volleyball.

Required skills:

Database management

MS Office Suite

Strong organizational skills, decision making/problem solving skills, time management and attention to detail

Volleyball or sport-related experience would be considered an asset

The ability to work independently, in a fast-paced environment

Understanding of provincial sport organizations and the Canadian sport system is an asset

Conditions of employment:

Obtain and maintain clear Screening Requirements as per Volleyball Alberta policies

Provide proof of educational and professional credentials

Valid driver’s licence is required with access to reliable transportation

First Aid with CPR C

Volleyball Alberta (VA) is the Provincial Sport Organization and governing body for organized amateur volleyball in the Province of Alberta. Our mission is to unite our members and stakeholders in a safe and inclusive volleyball pathway.

The salary range for this position is based on Volleyball Alberta’s Compensation Grid (relative to the successful applicant’s education, skills, and experience). No numeric salary is stated. We offer a comprehensive benefits plan, flexible work environment, and professional development opportunities.

Volleyball Alberta is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to our values of progression, transparency, fairness, inclusivity, and integrity.

Application: All interested individuals must submit a cover letter and resume by email to the Selection Committee c/o Jim Plakas at jplakas@volleyballalberta.ca by Friday, October 16, 2026. VA thanks all interested applicants, however only those selected for interviews will be notified.

• Minimum experience: 3–5 years of experience in sport management, or a related field.
• Minimum education: College diploma in Sport & Recreation, Event, Business Management or a field deemed to be relevant.
• Required skills:
• Database management
• MS Office Suite
• Strong organizational skills, decision making/problem solving skills, time management and attention to detail
• The ability to work independently, in a fast-paced environment
• Conditions of employment:
• Obtain and maintain clear Screening Requirements as per Volleyball Alberta policies
• Provide proof of educational and professional credentials
• Valid driver’s licence is required with access to reliable transportation
• First Aid with CPR C
• Volleyball Alberta (VA) is the Provincial Sport Organization and governing body for organized amateur volleyball in the Province of Alberta. Our mission is to unite our members and stakeholders in a safe and inclusive volleyball pathway.
• The salary range for this position is based on Volleyball Alberta’s Compensation Grid (relative to the successful applicant’s education, skills, and experience). No numeric salary is stated. We offer a comprehensive benefits plan, flexible work environment, and professional development opportunities.
• Volleyball Alberta is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to our values of progression, transparency, fairness, inclusivity, and integrity.
• Application: All interested individuals must submit a cover letter and resume by email to the Selection Committee c/o Jim Plakas at jplakas@volleyballalberta.ca by Friday, October 16, 2026. VA thanks all interested applicants, however only those selected for interviews will be notified.

• Preferred experience: 5+ years of experience in sport management, communications, event management and marketing.
• Preferred education: Undergraduate degree in Sport Management, Kinesiology, Communications, Business Management, or a degree deemed to be relevant. NCCP Coaching certification within volleyball.
• Volleyball or sport-related experience would be considered an asset
• Understanding of provincial sport organizations and the Canadian sport system is an asset