Are you interested in joining a team of go-getters dedicated to serving and uplifting the community? Join Detroit Pistons team and our mission to empower our community!

As our Youth Engagement & Development Coordinator, you will be responsible for the execution of on-site Pistons Academy youth programming for kids in grades K- 12. Basketball camps, clinics, leagues etc. Also responsible for supporting the operations Coordinator in the facilitation of all Pistons Academy youth basketball programs and events.

We are seeking a team member with a positive, upbeat attitude that can connect with a diverse population, and we are excited to meet you! 

What you'll be doing:

• Execute on court Pistons Academy programming; from set-up to tear-down (30 – 150 kids).
• On-site Facilitator and host of Pistons Academy leagues.
• On-site Facilitator and host of Pistons Academy Summer camp programming.
• Host Pistons Academy school assembly programming.
• Coordinate and facilitate on-court basketball clinics and experiences as needed.
• Coordinate Pistons Academy game-day/in-arena experiences and promotional opportunities.
• Support all company wide-initiatives that overlap into PA programming (G-League, sponsorship camps, etc).
• Manage and maintain consistent record on all PA inventory.
• Assist in providing content for all PA social channels (Tik Tok, Instagram).
• Assist the Operations Coordinator in fulfilling all obligations regarding contracts, waivers, and certificates of insurance, etc.
• Utilize software to assist the operations Coordinator with registration for all Pistons Academy Events.
• Assist the operations Coordinator with the prompt response to PA hotline and emails within 24 hours of each message during business hours – as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in Sports/Event or Business Management, Public Relations, Communications or related fields.
• Ability to command a room of kids 100+ kids, parents, fans.
• Must be experienced in public speaking and leadership.
• Experience in facilitating and hosting basketball camps on a large scale.
• High level of basketball rule comprehension as well as knowledge of the game.
• Ability to run a youth basketball league from start to finish (team selection, game scheduling etc.).
• Excellent verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with all Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook.
• Comfortable in a strongly collaborative environment, while still being a self-starter.
• Exceptional professionalism and polish in demeanor and appearance.
• Strong attention to detail, timelines, and organization.
• Able to work extended hours, including events at night and weekend.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.