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Career Opportunities at SOSC
Discover a fulfilling career that makes an impact. Your work with Special Olympics Southern California will touch the lives of thousands of athletes with intellectual disabilities, their families and friends throughout Southern California. Our goal is to attract, develop, retain and promote a talented, diverse workforce where all employees can contribute to their highest potential. SOSC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, neurodiversity, age, parental status, socio-economic background, military service, or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable law.
What We Do
Special Olympics Southern California enriches the lives of athletes with intellectual disabilities and their communities in Southern California through sports, education, and athlete health.
Benefits
Special Olympics Southern California enriches the lives of athletes with intellectual disabilities and their communities in Southern California through sports, education, and athlete health.
From the Staff
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Anti-Racism Vision Statement
SOSC prides itself as a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist organization that practices equity, promotes unity and respects all voices to ensure everyone within our communities achieves their full potential.
Learn more about what we are doing to spread inclusion.
AVAILABLE POSITIONS
The Vice President, Marketing & Communications (VPMC) is a collaborative, hands-on leader responsible for advancing the mission of Special Olympics Southern California (SOSC) through powerful marketing, storytelling, and internal and external communication strategies, with athletes at the heart of all our efforts. This role leads a passionate Marketing & Communications team, working alongside them as a contributing writer, editor, strategist, and creative partner.
The VPMC develops and executes high-impact marketing and communications plans that elevate SOSC’s brand, support athlete recruitment and community engagement, and drive SOSC’s strategic initiatives. This role also plays a key part in activating the Special Olympics national campaign locally and building community recognition through targeted efforts in areas SOSC underserves.
As a member of the Executive Leadership Team, the VPMC helps shape organizational direction and culture while collaborating closely with its trusted team to ensure high-quality execution, shared ownership, and creative momentum.
Full Description
The Manager, Volunteer Services is responsible for engaging and leading volunteers to expand our community volunteer base, supporting the Region’s various Programs and Development initiatives. This role focuses on the “3 R’s” – Recruitment, Retention, and Recognition to engage volunteers in various capacities, including coaches, team volunteers, leadership roles, and fundraising efforts. This position will collaborate closely with the community and staff to manage all aspects of the volunteer engagement lifecycle; promote Special Olympics, aid in the recruitment of new athletes and Unified Partners, and assist Local Programs and Unified Champion Schools to achieve Special Olympics Southern California’s goals, objectives, standards, and mission.
Full Description
The Manager, Human Resources, will manage key functions including recruitment, onboarding, training, policy compliance, employee relations, and HRIS systems. Reporting to the Director, Human Resources, this position serves as a strategic partner to management, ensuring that HR practices align with California and federal employment laws. This role exercises discretion and independent judgment in carrying out complex HR projects, advising supervisors, and ensuring consistent implementation of policies and procedures. All decisions and recommendations are subject to final approval by the Director, Human Resources.
Full Description
Our team will carefully reviews all resumes submitted for open positions. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. To apply, please email your resume and cover letter to hr@sosc.org.
Volunteer / Internships
Become a Volunteer
Volunteering is another way to get involved. Whatever your interests, talents, background and availability, there are volunteer opportunities for you.
Become an Intern
We offer internships to students throughout the year. Internships are available across many departments in the regional offices as well as our headquarters in Long Beach.
