Careers

Vice President, Sports

Job Summary: 

Responsible for the development of all sports operations in Pennsylvania through the use of sound management components, adhering to policies and procedures established by SOPA and Special Olympics Inc. Supervises all aspects

of SOPA’s sports programming to include but not limited to; Coaches Training, state-level competitions, and UCS/IUS activities. This role will critically assess all segments of our sports program; identify areas to improve, sectors to be developed or changed for program growth to meet SOPA’s strategic plan objectives

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Human Resources Specialist

Job Summary: 

The HR Specialist at Special Olympics Pennsylvania (SOPA) is a key role focused on enhancing the employee experience through strategic talent acquisition, comprehensive onboarding, continuous

personal and professional development, and ensuring adherence to HR compliance standards. This position is designed to foster a culture of growth, recognition, and engagement, while ensuring HR initiatives are aligned with both organizational values and legal requirements. By developing HR frameworks, interpreting policies, and leveraging data-driven insights, the HR Specialist plays a critical

role in shaping the employee experience and contributing to the overall success of Special Olympics Pennsylvania.

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Coach/Fitness Education & Training Director

Job Summary: 

The Coach/Fitness Education & Training Director at Special Olympics Pennsylvania (SOPA) is a pivotal focusing on advancing two critical areas: Coach Education and Sports Fitness Training. This position is responsible for designing comprehensive coach education resources for implementation statewide, while also spearheading initiatives to promote fitness education and wellness within the organization. This individual will be responsible for assessing the needs of coaches and athletes by each sport and creating and delivering trainings in a variety of ways including in-person, online, and through resources to ensure consistency in education throughout the state.

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Senior Director of Local Program Development

Job Summary: 

The Senior Director of Local Program Development at Special Olympics Pennsylvania (SOPA) provides

statewide leadership to support regions in delivering high-quality, volunteer-led local teams. Serving in a headquarters-level role, this position acts as the subject matter expert in local team design, structure, and standards, developing systems, resources, training, and tools that enable regions to plan, launch,

and sustain effective teams. While not directly creating or managing local teams, the Senior Director equips regions with frameworks, guidance, and consultation to ensure volunteer teams succeed and

supports opportunities for athlete leadership, fitness, health, and local fundraising initiatives. By promoting consistency, fostering best practices, and aligning regional efforts with SOPA’s strategic plan, this role drives structured growth and enhances the experience of athletes and volunteers statewide.

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Digital Content Manager

Job Summary: 

Special Olympics Pennsylvania is seeking a creative and detail-oriented social media & Video Content Specialist to lead our social media strategy and produce compelling video content that drives engagement and brand awareness. This role combines strategic planning with hands-on content creation—managing day-to-day social media activity across platforms while editing and producing short-form videos tailored for each channel. The ideal candidate is fluent in trends, storytelling, and analytics, and is passionate about using video and digital platforms to connect with diverse audiences.

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Regional Sport & UCS Director: Greater Philadelphia Region

Job Summary: 

The Sport & Unified Champion Schools (UCS) Director position will play an important role in supporting and managing school-based inclusion programming in the Greater Philadelphia region of Pennsylvania and supporting community integration. Additionally, this position will assist with meeting overall Special Olympics Pennsylvania (SOPA) strategy goals and objectives. This individual will work directly with teachers, coaches, student leaders, and administrators in assigned schools and help them manage quality UCS programming. This consists of Interscholastic Unified Sports (IUS), interscholastic school teams composed of students with and without intellectual disabilities who train and compete together as equal peers; collaborative inclusive youth leadership and whole school engagement activities designed to promote awareness, education, and acceptance.

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Bear Force One Mobile Plunge Unit Driver

Job Summary: 

Special Olympics Pennsylvania (SOPA) is seeking a Bear Force One Mobile Plunge Unit Driver to join our team for the upcoming Polar Plunge season. Bear Force One is SOPA’s brand-new mobile plunge unit—a portable polar plunge—that travels to events across the state. In this operational role, you will be responsible for safely transporting and operating the unit at various Polar Plunge fundraising events. This position is more than just driving; you will also serve as an on-site ambassador for our organization, helping create a positive brand and customer experience through professional interactions, the visibility of our branded unit, and courteous engagement with event partners and community members.This is a seasonal, hourly position from October to April, aligning with our plunge season.

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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Submit in Word format a letter of interest, resume, salary history, references, AND salary requirements to careers@specialolympicspa.org

No phone calls will be accepted. Resumes sent for positions other than this posting will not receive a response.

EOE/M/F/V/H

ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION

Special Olympics Pennsylvania provides year-round sports training and competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults (age 8-80) with intellectual disabilities. All training and competition opportunities are provided free of charge to athletes, enabling everyone to experience the benefits of Special Olympics that extend well beyond the playing field. The athletes of Special Olympics -- 16,000 strong in Pennsylvania -- are constant reminders of all that is right with the human spirit. Pennsylvania is the 7th largest program and one of the strongest Special Olympics programs in the United States. For more information about how SOPA inspires greatness, visit www.specialolympicspa.org.

Communications & Social Media Marketing Intern

Internship Summary:

Special Olympics Pennsylvania (SOPA) seeks a Communications and Social Media Marketing Intern that can commit to 15 - 20 hours (spread out) per week of work either remotely and in the Norristown office location.  View our full internship description.

The Marketing and Development Intern will assist both the Special Events and Marketing Communications Managers in the implementation of various marketing strategies for Special Olympics Pennsylvania. The right individual is self-motivated, organized, detail-oriented and exhibits pro-active communication.

 Western Development Internship

Internship Summary:

Special Olympics Pennsylvania (SOPA) seeks a Western Development Intern that can commit to 15 - 20 hours (spread out) per week of work either remotely and in the Pittsburgh office location.  View our full internship description.

The Fundraising and Events Intern will assist the Special Events Directors & Managers in the implementation and execution of Special Olympics Pennsylvania fundraising events throughout the state.

Sports Interns work with Competition Directors and assist in the planning for and implementation of sectional and state-wide competitions as well as general office/job-related duties as assigned.  Depending upon the time of year these interns may also assist with the planning for and implementation of Coach Training Schools and the SOPA/SOYO Multi-Sport Training Camp.

Sports Internships are unpaid and can be structured to meet the requirements of the program/degree of the student applying.  The number of internship opportunities each semester (Spring, Summer or Fall) is determined in part by the number of hours each intern is required to complete, but is generally limited to 1 per section (East, Central, West) of the state. 

Apply today for the role of Sports/Event Management Intern!

Applications for the Sports Internships are accepted throughout the year.  To apply please contact careers@specialolympicspa.org or 610-630-9456 (fax) or 2570 Blvd. of the Generals, Suite 124, Norristown, PA 19403.  Please indicate in your cover letter the term during which you’d like to do your internship, the number of hours you need to complete, and desired location (Eastern, Western or Central PA).