Executive Assistant → Director of Hockey Operations
Prospects by Sports Illustrated is a prominent name in youth hockey operations, providing elite tournaments and event management across North America. They are seeking a candidate for a career growth opportunity, starting as an Executive Assistant to the COO and transitioning to the Director of Hockey Operations after a successful onboarding period. Responsibilities Lead hockey operations for youth hockey tournaments and events Oversee sports operations, event logistics, scheduling, and staffing Manage tournament operations , officials, venues, and travel coordination Act as the primary contact for coaches, teams, referees, and partners Manage operations budgets, expense reports, and cost controls Build and improve operational processes, workflows, and systems Hire, train, and manage event staff and contractors Collaborate with marketing, media, and leadership teams on event execution Provide executive administrative support to the COO Assist with project coordination, operations planning, and documentation Gain hands-on experience in sports event operations and tournament execution Skills Experience in sports management, hockey operations, event operations, or project management Strong organizational, administrative, and multitasking skills Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities Experience with expense management, budgeting, and reporting Proficiency in office software, scheduling tools, and operations systems Background in youth hockey or sports organizations is a strong asset Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Sports Management, or Operations is a plus Benefits Clear advancement path to Director of Hockey Operations Hybrid work environment in Mississauga, ON Work with a globally recognized Sports Illustrated brand Hands-on leadership role in youth sports operations and tournament management Company Overview For over 60 years, the pages of Sports Illustrated have been filled with incredible stories celebrating the best athletes in the world. It was founded in 2020, and is headquartered in , with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is