What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Programs Lead Coordinator Facility Operations Chicago, IL position at Sofive Soccer Centers?
About Sofive
Sofive, the home of 5-a-side soccer; a new kind of soccer center. We make "the beautiful game" more available than ever before for soccer and fitness enthusiasts by providing easy access to the highest quality, 5-a-side, all-season soccer centers.
We are a growing startup that is developing state-of-the-art soccer centers – modern sport complexes with small-sided soccer fields. We have 22 sites to date, with many more in the pipeline.
Integrity is the backbone of our organization. We value reliability and professionalism in our partnerships with businesses and team members. And of course, we are passionate about soccer!
Resonate with this? Then let’s connect. Learn more here and on our website. Find open positions and come grow with a technology empowered, community minded organization that is passionate and knowledgeable about the soccer industry. Sofive is soccer. Non-stop.
Youth Programs Lead Coordinator
Location: Chitown
About The Role
Sofive is looking for a Youth Programs Lead Coordinator to help lead and grow our Lil’ Kickers and Skills Institute programs.
This role is a mix of coaching, leadership, sales, customer service, and daily program operations. The right person is energetic, organized, professional, and passionate about creating a great experience for players, families, and coaches.
What You’ll Do
Sofive is the home of 5 a side soccer, with state of the art soccer centers across the country. With 22 locations and growing, Sofive is focused on making soccer more accessible, exciting, and community driven.
Sofive partners with leading youth soccer programs, including Lil’ Kickers and Skills Institute, to deliver high quality programming for players of all ages and ability levels.
Join Sofive and help shape the future of youth soccer.
Sofive, the home of 5-a-side soccer; a new kind of soccer center. We make "the beautiful game" more available than ever before for soccer and fitness enthusiasts by providing easy access to the highest quality, 5-a-side, all-season soccer centers.
We are a growing startup that is developing state-of-the-art soccer centers – modern sport complexes with small-sided soccer fields. We have 22 sites to date, with many more in the pipeline.
Integrity is the backbone of our organization. We value reliability and professionalism in our partnerships with businesses and team members. And of course, we are passionate about soccer!
Resonate with this? Then let’s connect. Learn more here and on our website. Find open positions and come grow with a technology empowered, community minded organization that is passionate and knowledgeable about the soccer industry. Sofive is soccer. Non-stop.
Youth Programs Lead Coordinator
Location: Chitown
About The Role
Sofive is looking for a Youth Programs Lead Coordinator to help lead and grow our Lil’ Kickers and Skills Institute programs.
This role is a mix of coaching, leadership, sales, customer service, and daily program operations. The right person is energetic, organized, professional, and passionate about creating a great experience for players, families, and coaches.
What You’ll Do
- Support registration growth for Lil’ Kickers and Skills Institute.
- Help manage free trials, open houses, and new customer experiences.
- Track attendance, revenue, retention, and key program goals.
- Build strong relationships with families and players
- Manage registrations, payments, attendance, and daily program communication.
- Keep equipment, uniforms, and program supplies organized.
- Make sure each session is clean, professional, and ready to run.
- Support facility needs connected to youth programming.
- Help recruit, onboard, train, and mentor youth coaches.
- Observe classes and provide feedback to coaches.
- Set the standard for energy, professionalism, and coaching quality.
- Lead youth soccer classes when needed.
- Passion for soccer and youth development.
- Coaching, youth programming, or sports leadership experience preferred.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to stay organized in a fast moving environment.
- Positive, energetic, and professional attitude.
- Ability to lead and develop coaches.
- Sales or retail experience is a plus.
- Spanish speaking ability is a plus, but not required.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Growth opportunity within a national soccer company.
- Hands on experience across coaching, sales, leadership, and operations.
- Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership.
- Direct impact on players, families, coaches, and the local soccer community.
Sofive is the home of 5 a side soccer, with state of the art soccer centers across the country. With 22 locations and growing, Sofive is focused on making soccer more accessible, exciting, and community driven.
Sofive partners with leading youth soccer programs, including Lil’ Kickers and Skills Institute, to deliver high quality programming for players of all ages and ability levels.
Join Sofive and help shape the future of youth soccer.