Soccer Operations Manager

Job Title: Soccer Operations Manager

Organization: Tampa Bay Sun FC

Department: Sporting

Reports To: Head of Soccer Operations

Classification: Full-time

About The Position

Tampa Bay Sun FC is looking for a Soccer Operations Manager to assist the Head of Soccer Operations with all related logistics, planning, and day to day operations of the Sporting Department.

The Role is an on-site and will require travel to away matches.

Position Summary

• Work in conjunction with the Head of Soccer Operations on travel logistics and operations for all home and away matches.
• Coordinating hotel accommodations with host team hotel partners.
• Working with travel partners for all airfare to away games - includes collecting all player passport/contact information in pre-season, coordinating name change requests using the league process and ensuring travel itineraries are in line with the wishes of the technical staff.
• Working with the host team’s transportation partner to coordinate ground transportation for all away matches, including transport to/from hotel/airport/stadium.
• Coordinate with the club’s transportation partner for all transport arrangements from the club’s training facility to Tampa International Airport and Suncoast Credit Union Field.
• Coordinate with opposing Team Managers for on the ground logistics with the game day and run of show.
• Assist in ensuring players and technical staff adhere to run of show timelines.
• Assist players and players families with game day requests.
• Sourcing and coordinating catering for all team meals - in conjunction with the Performance Coach for nutritional requirements - Adhere to budget as directed by the Head of Soccer Operations.
• Work in conjunction with the Performance Coach to ensure all catering needs are met for the team during the season.
• Weekly runs to replenish supplies needed at the training facility.
• Manage players on/off-boarding at the beginning and end of the season, including apartment move-in/move-out.
• Coordinate with the Head of Soccer Operations on apartment needs and room assignments during the season and in the off-season for Tampa Bay Sun FC players.
• Support the Head of Soccer Operations with player welfare including player onboarding.
• Assist the Head of Soccer Operations with day-to-day tasks of player registration.
• Maintain and update Teamworks as needed with weekly training schedule, away trips, and player appearances.
• Lead the coordination of player appearances with internal front office departments and communication to players.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in similar role required, soccer or professional sports experience, preferred, but not required.
• Bachelor’s degree in sport management, event management, business administration or related field required or equivalent professional work experience and/or combination of both work experience and education.
• Organized & autonomous work habits, both independently, and within a team setting.
• Proven problem-solving skills and the ability to manage stressful situations while remaining adaptable.
• Ability to institute & maintain all necessary safety/health protocols, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience at all associated events.
• Understanding of budget-management and financial reporting.
• Capacity to improve operations and general logistics in an effort to drive efficiency and limit overall expenses.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with team members, executives, member clubs, and external partners.
• Ability to work independently in a multi-faceted, fast, fluid, and deadline-driven environment.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic a must.
• Ability to work as business needs require which may include long days, evenings, weekends, occasional holidays, and travel if / when necessary.
• Must have U.S. work authorization.
• Must be able to pass all background and safeguarding checks.
  
  

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.