Sr. Coordinator, Alumni Program Events

U. S. OverviewThe U. S. Soccer Federation exists in service to soccer. Our aim is to ignite a national passion for the game. Because we believe that soccer is more than a sport; it is a force for good. We understand the importance and the power of teamwork, on and off the pitch. That is why we work closely with our Federation partners and members, to inspire, support and guide every level of the game: from the grassroots to the National Teams. We want to bring soccer into every home and every community, right across America. Because we believe that soccer can transform lives like no other sport. Soccer can represent the best of U. S. U. S. Soccer is in a period of significant growth, with ambitious plans for U. S. Soccer in the near and far future. We are, therefore, looking for dynamic servant leaders to join us on this journey: in service to soccer. Applicants must be able to demonstrate visionary leadership, analytical decision-making, professional flexibility, and an empathic management style that builds bold teams and delivers globally significant results. Position DescriptionBased in Atlanta, GA and reporting to Director, Alumni Program, the Sr. responsibilities related to administration support, match engagement, and logistics for in-person and virtual experiences within the Alumni Program department. experiences before, during and after the event through collaboration with internal departments as well as external vendors and presenters. The Sr. Coordinator will be a part of a team that focuses on the alumni of the men’s, women’s and extended national teams of U. S. Soccer through communications, programming, relationships and support. This role will work closely with others in the alumni program department as well as the events, partnership marketing, advancement, and National Training Center staff, among others at U. S. experience. Success in this role will come from working well with others, being able to see the bigger picture of engagement between U. S. ResponsibilitiesAssisting in coordinating matchday operations related to alumniOrganizing and supporting virtual webinars, including scheduling, registrations, and technical logisticsCoordinating in-person educational sessions and gatherings, ensuring effective planning, setup, and participant experienceAssisting in planning and coordination of Friends and Family programAssisting with external vendors and presenters related to event planning and executionSupporting and managing National Training Center (NTC) engagements related to alumni, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and timelinesTracking and managing event RSVPs and attendanceCollaborating on attendee communications pre- and post-event including but not limited to know-before-you-go and event surveysManaging event logistics through coordination with internal and external stakeholders Managing contracts and invoices to ensure compliance with organizational policies, vendor requirements, and applicable regulationsAssisting in department tracking on key initiatives and KPIsCreating post-event recaps and reports for internal strategy useSupporting the Director, Alumni Program with administrative tasksOther duties as assignedRequirementsMinimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree or higher in related field required3+ years of experience working in the sports industry with players or alumni Strong relationship builderExperience in executing eventsExperience working around athletesExperience in administrative supportAbility to work well in a team environmentMust be able to connect the "micro" details to the "macro" vision and missionStrong strategic thinking, communication skills, and comfort working in a fast-paced mission-drive, high-performance environmentDetail-oriented and organizedGeneral knowledge of soccerProficient experience with Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook)TravelApproximately 20-25%May require international travel. Valid passport required. U. S. Soccer offers a comprehensive compensation package, casual work environment, an inclusive culture, and an atmosphere for professional development. U. S. equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, military status, political belief, or any other characteristic protected under the law. This policy applies to all our employment practices within our organization. We strongly encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA, veterans, parents, and persons with disabilities to apply.