Company Summary
At USA Triathlon, we believe in the power of sport to transform lives — and in the strength of a team that lives that passion and mission every day. As the Olympic and Paralympic National Governing Body (NGB) for triathlon and multisport in the U.S., we’re driven to grow participation, inspire communities, and empower athletes of all backgrounds to reach their personal bests.
We’re a team of bold thinkers, passionate doers, and collaborative leaders united by service, performance, innovation, and inclusion. Recognized by the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee for our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we offer unlimited PTO, 100% employer-paid medical benefits, and a supportive culture that celebrates excellence and balance.
Every day, our work is fueled by our Purpose, Mission, and Vision:
- Purpose: Give everyone a chance to tri — removing barriers and creating opportunities for all.
- Mission: Drive success for multisport from the starting line to lifelong love.
- Vision: Bring triathlon to new places, people, and possibilities.
We’re the hub for a nationwide multisport community of athletes, coaches, race directors, and clubs. From youth and collegiate development to high-performance racing and community access initiatives, USA Triathlon drives the future of endurance sport in America.
Join us in Colorado Springs — recognized as one of the nation’s best places to live — and help shape the future of Olympic and Paralympic sport.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Job Title: Marketing Traffic Manager
Reports To: Sr. Manager, Communications
FLSA Status:
☑ Exempt ☐ Non-Exempt
Job Close Date: November 9th
Please note: This role may be closed prior to the listed date if an offer is extended to a candidate.
Position Summary
USA Triathlon (USAT) is seeking a highly organized, confident, and detail-oriented Traffic Manager to oversee the operational workflow of marketing and communications projects. This role serves as the central hub for managing timelines, resources, and communication across the department, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards.
The ideal candidate is both strategic and solutions-oriented — able to anticipate needs, balance competing priorities, and keep projects aligned with organizational goals. They are confident and direct while leading with integrity and positive intent, advocate for themselves and the business, and thrive on collaboration. This role requires an excellent communicator who can bring people together, resolve challenges quickly, and create clarity in a fast-paced environment.
Essential Job Functions
- Workflow & Project Management: Develop and maintain project schedules, monitor timelines, and ensure deadlines are consistently met across digital, print, and campaign deliverables.
- Resource Allocation: Assign tasks and projects to team members based on skillsets, workload, and availability, maximizing efficiency and output.
- Communication & Collaboration: Act as the central liaison between marketing, creative, production, and client-facing teams; communicate clearly, confidently, and proactively at all levels.
- Strategic Thinking: Anticipate potential issues, risks, and needs, proposing solutions that keep projects moving forward and aligned with organizational goals.
- Problem-Solving: Proactively identify workflow bottlenecks or risks to delivery and implement solutions to keep projects on track.
- Balancing Priorities: Manage multiple projects and competing priorities simultaneously while maintaining accuracy, quality, and attention to detail.
- Quality Assurance: Review and ensure all marketing deliverables meet brand standards, accuracy, and quality before distribution or delivery.
- Client/Stakeholder Liaison: Partner with internal stakeholders and external collaborators to understand needs, manage expectations, and provide regular project status updates.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Proven ability to think strategically and anticipate needs or challenges in a dynamic environment.
- Confident and direct communicator who advocates for themselves and the business while leading with integrity and positive intent.
- Strong collaboration skills with the ability to build trust and alignment across teams and stakeholders.
- Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
- Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Asana, Trello, Wrike, or similar).
- Detail-oriented with a strong focus on process, accuracy, and quality.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Project Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 3+ years of experience in project management, traffic management, or marketing operations, ideally within an agency or fast-paced marketing environment.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
- USA Triathlon offers a hybrid work schedule and requires this position to be on site at USAT headquarters in Colorado Springs, CO at least two days per week
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone, and keyboard. The employee may be required to exert force to manipulate or move items weighing up to 30 pounds.
EEO Statement
USA Triathlon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Disclaimer
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required. Duties and responsibilities may change as business needs evolve.
