Job Posting - General Manager

General Manager

Red Deer Minor Baseball Association (RDMBA)
Location: Red Deer, AB
Reports to: Board of Directors

About RDMBA

Red Deer Minor Baseball Association (RDMBA) is committed to providing a positive, competitive, and development-focused baseball experience for athletes of all ages and abilities. We strive to build strong athletes, great teammates, and outstanding young people through the game of baseball. We aim to build programs that both develop players and people.

We are seeking an organized, accountable, and community-driven leader to serve as our next General Manager.

Position Overview

The General Manager (GM) is responsible for the overall administration, operational leadership, and strategic execution of RDMBA. Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, the GM ensures the association operates efficiently, professionally, and in alignment with its mission and long-term vision.

This role requires a self-driven, highly organized individual who is accessible, responsive, and committed to serving coaches, players, volunteers, and families. The GM must be flexible and available outside of regular business hours to support the needs of a community-based sport organization.

The GM serves as the primary operational leader and key liaison between the Board, membership, and external partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Organizational Leadership

  • Execute the strategic direction established by the Board

  • Provide operational leadership and oversee day-to-day operations across all divisions and programs

  • Develop and maintain organized systems, timelines, and procedures

  • Ensure accountability across operations areas and initiatives

  • Ensure alignment between competitive and recreational programming

  • Identify opportunities for improvement and implement solutions

• Operations, Administration, & Logistics

  • Manage and oversee registration processes and player movement

  • Manage scheduling, facility coordination, and league coordination

  • Maintain compliance with governing bodies and insurance requirements

  • Oversee equipment, uniforms, and infrastructure needs

  • Ensure deadlines are met and communication is proactive and clear

  • Other operational and administrative duties as required

• Financial Management

  • Input into budget development and financial tracking

  • Work with Treasurer and Bookkeeper to monitor expenditures within Board-approved budgets

  • Lead sponsorship initiatives and fundraising efforts as required

• Communication & Stakeholder Relations

  • Serve as a point of contact for member inquiries and concerns

  • Communicate clearly and professionally with families, coaches, and volunteers

  • Support conflict resolution in alignment with association policies

  • Build strong relationships with community partners and municipal stakeholders

  • Foster a culture of respect, accountability, and positive athlete experience

• Coach & Volunteer Support

  • Be accessible and responsive to coaches and volunteers

  • Support coach and manager recruitment, onboarding, and program coordination

  • Work collaboratively with technical leadership on player development and other baseball initiatives

  • Ensure programming reflect RDMBA’s standards and values

• External Relations & Government Liaison

  • Serve as the primary liaison between RDMBA and the City of Red Deer regarding facility bookings, field allocations, and user group relations

  • Maintain a strong, professional working relationship with municipal representatives to ensure effective coordination and long-term facility planning.

  • Act as the main point of contact between RDMBA and Baseball Alberta.

  • Ensure compliance with Baseball Alberta policies, deadlines, reporting requirements, and league communications.

  • Represent RDMBA in meetings or communications with governing bodies as required.

Qualifications & Core Competencies

• The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

  • Flexibility and availability, including evenings and weekends during the evaluation and baseball season

  • A genuine passion for youth sport and community involvement

  • Self-motivation and the ability to work independently

  • A high level of accountability and follow-through

  • Sound judgment and professionalism in challenging situations

  • The ability to balance relationship-building with operational excellence

Experience in sport administration, non-profit leadership, or organizational management would be considered an asset.

Compensation

Compensation will be determined based on experience and qualifications.

RDMBA’s preferred engagement structure is an independent contractor arrangement. However, alternative employment arrangements may be considered for the successful candidate to ensure mutual alignment.

Application Process

Interested candidates are invited to submit:

• Resume

• Cover letter outline relevant experience and leadership philosophy

Applications can be submitted to president@reddeerminorbaseball.com

Only successful applicants will be contacted for an interview. Professional References may be requested.