What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Team Operations position at Rhode Island FC?
JOB TITLE: DIRECTOR OF TEAM OPERATIONS
POSITION TYPE: FULL TIME
LOCATION: PAWTUCKET, RI
REPORTS TO: GENERAL MANAGER AND ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER
About Rhode Island Fc
Rhode Island FC (RIFC) is the premier professional soccer club in Rhode Island, competing in the USL Championship, one of the fastest-growing professional leagues in North America. RIFC is not just a team; it's a movement built on community, passion, and the love of the global game. Our mission is to represent the spirit of the Ocean State, both on the pitch and throughout our communities.
About Centreville Bank Stadium
Centreville Bank Stadium is a state-of-the-art, 100 percent electric, soccer-specific stadium on the banks of the Seekonk River. Named Best New Venue of 2025 by SportsTravel Magazine, Centreville Bank Stadium is the flagship destination for sports and entertainment in the Ocean State. Embedded in the Rhode Island community and the official home of the Rhode Island FC, the multi-use venue hosts concerts, sporting events, corporate outings, and cultural festivals year-round.
RIFC and Centreville Bank Stadium are committed to creating a vibrant culture that resonates with entertainment seekers across the region.
Position Summary
Rhode Island FC is seeking an experienced leader to serve as Director of Team Operations. Reporting to the General Manager and Assistant General Manager, this role oversees day-to-day team operations and ensures players and staff are fully supported across training, travel, matchday operations, player care, and equipment. This is a year-round position requiring attendance at all training sessions, scrimmages, home and away matches, and pre-season camps.
Key Responsibilities
Team Operations Oversight
POSITION TYPE: FULL TIME
LOCATION: PAWTUCKET, RI
REPORTS TO: GENERAL MANAGER AND ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER
About Rhode Island Fc
Rhode Island FC (RIFC) is the premier professional soccer club in Rhode Island, competing in the USL Championship, one of the fastest-growing professional leagues in North America. RIFC is not just a team; it's a movement built on community, passion, and the love of the global game. Our mission is to represent the spirit of the Ocean State, both on the pitch and throughout our communities.
About Centreville Bank Stadium
Centreville Bank Stadium is a state-of-the-art, 100 percent electric, soccer-specific stadium on the banks of the Seekonk River. Named Best New Venue of 2025 by SportsTravel Magazine, Centreville Bank Stadium is the flagship destination for sports and entertainment in the Ocean State. Embedded in the Rhode Island community and the official home of the Rhode Island FC, the multi-use venue hosts concerts, sporting events, corporate outings, and cultural festivals year-round.
RIFC and Centreville Bank Stadium are committed to creating a vibrant culture that resonates with entertainment seekers across the region.
Position Summary
Rhode Island FC is seeking an experienced leader to serve as Director of Team Operations. Reporting to the General Manager and Assistant General Manager, this role oversees day-to-day team operations and ensures players and staff are fully supported across training, travel, matchday operations, player care, and equipment. This is a year-round position requiring attendance at all training sessions, scrimmages, home and away matches, and pre-season camps.
Key Responsibilities
Team Operations Oversight
- Provide leadership and accountability for Team Operations, Player Care, and Equipment.
- Ensure training, matchday, travel, and day-to-day logistics run smoothly and efficiently.
- Anticipate and resolve operational issues while minimizing disruption to players and staff.
- Serve as the team’s liaison with the USL League Office and national team associations as needed.
- Ensure compliance with applicable USL policies and Collective Bargaining Agreement requirements.
- Supervise the Equipment Manager and oversee daily equipment operations.
- Oversee all team travel, including transportation, accommodations, itineraries, meals, and on-site logistics.
- Manage logistics for preseason camps, tournaments, and special competitions.
- Coordinate player onboarding, relocation, housing, and offboarding.
- Establish relationships with airports and travel providers to support team movements.
- Evaluate preseason destinations based on travel, lodging, transportation, meals, training, medical, security, and scheduling requirements.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external counsel on immigration and visa processes, including P-1 and dependent visas and green cards.
- Develop and manage the Team Operations budget with a focus on fiscal responsibility.
- Ensure training and matchday environments are properly resourced and supported.
- Maintain financial accountability for daily Team Operations expenses.
- Manage the equipment budget and annual ordering process with the Equipment Manager.
- Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university.
- Experience working with elite-level athletes.
- Experience working in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
- Experience managing complex team travel itineraries.
- Proficiency with Microsoft applications and current technologies.
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish preferred.
- Ability to walk, bend, stand, and reach throughout the workday and participate in sustained activities for extended periods in accordance with applicable labor laws.