Matchday Staff

About Detroit City FC

Detroit City FC (DCFC) is a progressive, community-driven professional soccer club that embodies the spirit of Detroit's resilience and pride. Known for its passionate supporter base and commitment to inclusivity, DCFC has become a symbol of innovation and connection, fostering meaningful relationships with fans, businesses, and the local community. As a member of the United Soccer League, DCFC is dedicated to excellence both on and off the pitch. With an eye towards future growth, DCFC is preparing for a transformative milestone: the opening of a new stadium, AlumniFi Field in 2027. To that end, the club is dedicated to winning matches, promoting the sport of soccer, fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, authentic storytelling, and making our city a safer and more equitable place.

Position Purpose

Detroit City FC is looking for Match Day Staff members for the 2026 season. The person in this role will work directly with the Director of Operations and Operations Coordinator to help create the unique matchday atmosphere that DCFC is known for, and ensure that Keyworth Stadium is a welcoming and well organized stadium for all guests. Under the supervision of the Detroit City FC Operations Coordinator, match day staff members will gain valuable, working knowledge of the operations side of DCFC and will contribute to DCFC's matchday experience. This position is part time/hourly. We will work with staff to determine a schedule that works best for both parties. Staff will be required to be on-site for most DCFC home matches for the men's and women's teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of all match day related activities, including set up and tear down of stadium assets (sponsorship banners, biergarten, VIP areas, suites, media areas, merchandise stands, and gameday bars)
• Assist with field and locker room preparation as needed
• Assist with sponsor activations as needed
• Assist with a specific area of the stadium during the match, including roles such as: Merchandise Sellers, Ushers, Ticket Takers, and Ticket Sellers
• Communicate with fans in a friendly, effective way in order to answer questions and concerns
• Assist in finding, and correcting, inefficiencies in the gameday set up and tear down process

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills
• Good organizational skills
• Reliability
• Retail or event experience preferred
• Soccer experience and knowledge
• Availability to attend DCFC home matches

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary aligned with experience
• Comprehensive benefits including health, and soon, retirement
• Professional growth opportunities within a fast-evolving soccer club on the cusp of significant expansion

Work Environment

This role is at the outside stadium. The position requires being out in the weather, rain or cold.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to exchange ideas and information.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.