ABOUT OUR COMPANY
Philadelphia was awarded the 16th Major League Soccer franchise in February 2008 and the team was officially announced as the Philadelphia Union in May 2009. Owned and operated by Keystone Sports and Entertainment LLC (“KSE”), the group launched the Philadelphia Union's inaugural season in 2010 and opened what is now Subaru Park in June 2010. Subaru Park is an 18,500 seat, world-class soccer specific stadium that sits beautifully along the Delaware River at the base of the Commodore Barry Bridge and is only 15 miles from downtown Philadelphia.
The club has reached the finals of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup in 2014, 2015 and 2018, and has appeared in the MLS Cup Playoffs in 2011, 2016, 2018, 2019, 2020, securing their first showing in the CONCACAF Champions League in 2021. In 2020, the Union were awarded the club’s first Supporters’ Shield after finishing with the best regular season record in MLS. The club hosted the Eastern Conference Final in 2021 and were named the Eastern Conference Champions in 2022. The 2022 season finished at the MLS Cup against LAFC, in one of the most intense matches in League history!
Philadelphia Union’s culture and brand positioning of Young, Fearless, Challengers differentiates us from others and focuses our vision to be unafraid and defy the ordinary. KSE is relentlessly pursuing excellence both on and off the field and will lead the way, set the standards and share the glory. Our connection to Philadelphia is symbolized in the Club’s crest as the snake, colors, shield, slogan and thirteen stars all represent Philadelphia as the original capital city and its call to action during the American Revolution.
WHAT CAMPS & PROGRAMS DO WE OFFER?
Union Youth Soccer Camps & Programs are designed to meet players where they are in terms of development. The camps & programs offered throughout the year include UTrain, Union Camps, Union Tournaments, and the Player Pathway Program.
ABOUT THIS ROLE
It’s never just a job at Philadelphia Union. It’s a way of life. We live and breathe soccer and growing our fan base in the community. We believe each role is as unique as the person who does it. This role is responsible for the overall administrative management of all Union Youth programming. Additionally, the role oversees all marketing and promotion efforts to boost program registrations.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversee administrative management of all aspects of the Youth Business.
- Report directly to Youth Operations Director and meet on a bi-weekly basis to discuss all needs within the Youth Department.
- Help with developing and updating our website.
- Grow program registrations through active posting on social media platforms.
- Produce weekly email newsletter that is sent out through the Union database.
- Work with Union graphics design team to build graphics for all Youth programs.
- Oversee all marketing efforts and campaigns to promote Youth programing – this includes on-site activations, signage, billboards, radio call-ins, stadium exposure.
- Curate and capture content (video and images) for our social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Tik Tok).
- Communicate with Union digital team to ensure that Youth programs are receiving exposure on Union social channels.
- Coordinate with Union ticketing team to ensure all Youth participants receive free or discounted tickets.
- Meet bi-weekly with Union partnerships team to make sure we are fulfilling all partnership activations and contracts.
- Answer all questions and enquiries from customers and coaches as it relates to our programs.
- Assist with scheduling of part-time coaches through PrimePoint.
- Aid in the planning and execution of events such as Coaches Orientations, Plaza activations, tournaments, ID Events, and conventions.
- Assist Youth Programs Director in the planning and management of all Youth Programs.
- Responsible for hiring and managing Youth interns.
- Manage and approve Youth payroll for 70+ part-time coaches.
- Liaison with Human Resources to onboard coaches throughout the year.
- Ensure that all coaches adhere to SafeSport policies and provide background checks, clearances, and fingerprints.
- Additional duties as assigned by Youth Operations Director.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in sports management, marketing, or equivalent work experience.
- 1-2 years’ experience in the professional sports industry and/or relevant industry preferred.
- Familiarity with youth sports programming.
- Must be willing to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, service, and resolution skills.
- Self-motivated team player with good work ethic and desire to learn.
OUR PERKS
Comprehensive benefits package including three medical options, vision and dental coverage, including flexible spending & health savings accounts.
Pre-tax and Roth 401k (up to 4% is matched, after 90 days of service).
Company-paid life insurance and disability.
11 paid holidays plus up to 25 PTO days annually
50% merchandise discount.
Other league and partner discounts.
Complimentary or discounted tickets to Union matches.
24/7 state-of-the-art Fitness Center and locker rooms.
On-site Café with grab-and-go options, salad bar, and grill!
This role is required to maintain background clearances mandated by the PA Department of Human Services:
- PA Child Abuse History Clearance
- PA State Police Criminal Record Check
- FBI Criminal Background Check (via fingerprinting)
- Annual Safe Sport Certification
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.
