Department: Program
Reports To: Chief Executive Officer
Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Location: Remote in New Hampshire (with travel statewide)

Why Join Us?

At Special Olympics New Hampshire (SONH), we believe in the extraordinary potential of every person. Every day, we create opportunities for children and adults with intellectual disabilities to develop courage, experience joy, and find a true sense of belonging. Through the power of sport and community, we open hearts, break barriers, and change lives.

The Program Operations Specialist is a backend, operations‑focused position that helps ensure Special Olympics New Hampshire programs and competitions run smoothly and successfully.

This role is not about running competitions on site — it’s about managing the information, systems, and processes that make competitions work. The Program Operations Specialist is responsible for tracking and maintaining accurate program data, registrations, compliance requirements, and competition paperwork so that athletes are eligible, teams are properly prepared, and staff and volunteers have the information they need to make informed decisions.

When this role is done well, competitions run smoothly, volunteers are supported, and the rest of the program department can focus on delivering high‑quality experiences for athletes.

What You’ll Do

Manage and track athlete, volunteer, and program data across SONH programs
Handle registration details and required paperwork for sports competitions
Prepare and manage athlete performance data used for equitable divisioning, ensuring athletes are grouped fairly so competition is meaningful and successful
Track compliance requirements for athletes and Local Program Volunteers (LPVs)
Maintain program and participation data for Unified Champion Schools programs
Analyze and report on data to support program planning and team success
Build strong working relationships with Local Programs across New Hampshire to gather required information and support on‑time completion of registrations and paperwork
Spend the majority of time working independently at a computer managing data, systems, and reports
Attend competitions throughout the year as needed, working alongside volunteers to ensure paperwork is complete, data is accurately entered, and to troubleshoot data or registration issues in real time

Who You Are

• Someone with an interest in sports and a working understanding of how competitions function
• An organized and detail‑oriented person who enjoys backend work and takes pride in accuracy
• Someone comfortable spending much of the day working on a computer
• A clear communicator who can follow up with Local Programs to gather required information
• A person who understands that strong data and preparation directly contribute to successful games and teams
• Someone who is process‑driven, but flexible when programs or timelines shift

What You Bring

Comfort working with databases, registration systems, and Microsoft Excel
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to track deadlines and manage multiple priorities at once
Confidence working independently while staying connected to a team
Willingness to travel statewide and work evenings/weekends around competitions
Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information with discretion
A steady, solutions‑oriented approach in a fast‑paced environment

What We Offer

Salary: $50,000 – $60,000, based on experience.
Benefits: Health insurance, retirement contributions, generous PTO, and holidays.
Flexibility: Remote-based role with a supportive, mission-driven team.
The chance to make a measurable impact in the lives of athletes, families, and communities across New Hampshire.

About SONH

Special Olympics New Hampshire is part of a global movement dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual disabilities through year-round sports, leadership, and community-building initiatives. We envision an inclusive world for all, driven by the power of sport, through which people with intellectual disabilities live an active, healthy and fulfilling life.

Commitment to Inclusion

We proudly welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of who we are.

Research shows that some people may self-select out of applying if they don’t meet 100% of the listed qualifications. At SONH, we encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly — you may be just the right candidate for this role.