Summer Youth Program Coordinator
Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. The company’s innovation-driven growth model takes advantage of world-class technology platforms, deep customer engagement, and differentiated application development to grow its leading positions in attractive end markets such as transportation, building and construction, and consumables. As a globally inclusive company, Eastman employs approximately 14,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2024 revenue of approximately $9.4 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visit www.eastman.com.
Responsibilities
We are seeking a Temporary Need Employee to coordinate the Summer Youth Baseball Program in Eastman’s Recreation Department. This position is needed generally from February through July only and requires a flexible schedule with peak hours worked during summer months. This role reports to the Recreation Team Lead.
Responsibilities:
• Assisting in recruiting, training and onboarding coaches and scorekeepers.
• Providing oversight of scheduling and developing team rosters.
• Ensuring playing fields are prepared for games in collaboration with facility owner/manager.
• Tracking and maintaining participation data and team statistics.
• Serving as the primary point of communication with coaches and parents/guardians, especially related to schedule changes, special activities and reminders.
• Maintaining software used for summer youth programs.
• Collaborating closely with Eastman Recreation staff.
• Gathering and consolidating feedback from coaches and participants and incorporating learnings into program enhancements.
Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED). A bachelor’s degree in physical education, athletic administration or related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in athletics and coaching with preferred experience with children/youth.
• Proficiency in youth baseball, with an emphasis on fundamentals and skill development.
• High degree of professionalism with excellent organization, adaptability, attention to detail and follow-through.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is beneficial.
Eastman Chemical Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected classes as designated by law.
Eastman is committed to creating a highly engaged workforce, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.
Nearest Major Market: Asheville
Nearest Secondary Market: Knoxville
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