Senior Manager, Operations & Environments

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead the creation and implementation of competition structures augmenting the pathway to Beach Soccer, Futsal, and Disability Extended National Team disciplines.
• Work with the Participation and Environments Department to identify key members with the potential of participating in “performance level” US Soccer opportunities (e.g. Leagues, National Championships, Coach Education etc.).
• Lead and support the delivery of National Team camps, ensuring all staff uphold and exemplify the standards of the U.S. Way.
• Drive the standardization and continuous improvement of protocols, processes, and best practices across all Extended National Team camps.
• Support Head Coaches in establishing, reinforcing, and implementing team culture and performance standards.
• Lead the development of standardized onboarding documents and processes for players and coaches.
• Support the Technical Development Manager and Head Coaches in the planning, execution, and evaluation of Performance Centers across all disciplines.
• Assist in the delivery of national and regional player identification events in collaboration with Talent Identification and technical staff.
• Partner with the Senior Manager of Operations to plan and execute Extended National Team events at the National Training Center, throughout the United States, and internationally.
• Collaborate with our marketing and communications team to promote Extended National Team programs and support commercial partnership and sponsorship engagement opportunities.
• Support the Senior Manager of Operations in the leadership, development, and management of operational staff.
• Contribute to the strategic planning, growth, and execution of Extended National Team programs in alignment with Federation objectives.
• Support Extended National Team leadership in budget development, fiscal planning, and effective resource management.

Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree
• Demonstrated knowledge and elite level experience with an ENT discipline
• Experience working in a High-Performance soccer environment (senior pro, youth pro, YNTs, elite youth or comparable, etc.)
• Strong understanding of the soccer landscape in the U.S., with genuine passion for the sport and culture
• Proven leadership skills and ability to solve problems and perform effectively under pressure
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 30% of the time required (domestic and international)
• Flexibility to work non-traditional hours including weekends, evenings and holidays as needed
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook)
• Capable of working in fast-paced and demanding environments
• Must be able to connect “micro” details to the “macro” vision and mission
• Desired Qualifications:
• Demonstrated success in program development and implementation in high-performance environments
• Strong planning, organizational, and leadership capabilities
• Excellent communication skills, including verbal, written, in-person, and presentation delivery
• Experience with data collection, analysis, and planning to support performance outcomes
• Proven background in delivering multi-partner projects within soccer
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with coaches and interdisciplinary support staff
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish
• Previous experience working with a professional club and/or national team

Benefits

U.S. Soccer offers a comprehensive compensation package, casual work environment, an inclusive culture, and an atmosphere for professional development.

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