Who We Are:

Minnesota United FC (MNUFC) is a professional soccer club competing in Major League Soccer (MLS), the top tier of soccer in North America. As a club driven by passion and community, we operate under the oversight of the U.S. Soccer Federation, a member of FIFA. Our headquarters are in Golden Valley, MN, with soccer operations based at the MNUFC Training Center in Blaine. On matchdays, we call Allianz Field in St. Paul home—one of the premier soccer-specific stadiums in the country.

Position:

The Event Operations Coordinator is part of the Stadium Operations department for Minnesota United FC (MNUFC), a sports business located in the Twins Cities area of Minnesota and a member of Major League Soccer (MLS), the top tier soccer league in North America.

Position Summary:

The Event Operations Coordinator will manage and lead the execution of event operations for MLS NEXT Pro team, MNUFC2. In addition, this role will support MNUFC First Team matchdays and other Allianz Field stadium events as needed. This role will contribute to increasing department efficiencies and the overall improvement of event operations.

Why You’ll Love It Here:

At MNUFC, we believe that people matter and that every event is an opportunity to create something special. We sweat the details to deliver unforgettable experiences, nurture relationships to bring people together, and lead with empathy to ensure every guest feels valued. If you’re passionate about crafting meaningful experiences and thrive working behind the scenes in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, we’d love to have you on our team.

What You’ll Do:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for MNUFC2 (MLS NEXT Pro) Operations and Competition both internally and with the League office.
• Responsible for the communication and management of MLS NEXT Pro standards and policies.
• Manage relationships with both MNUFC2 sporting department and the National Sports Center, helping coordinate logistics and event needs.
• Lead vendor coordination across areas such as medical services, security, and traffic operations.
• Manage all matchday setups and tear downs including, but not limited to: gate setups, locker room setups, and all other matchday activations and equipment needs.
• Serve as visiting team and referee point of contact both pre-event and during event.
• Create and manage all materials needed for competition (ex: timelines, match notices, matchday meetings, etc.)
• Work with the rest of the stadium operations department on scheduling the necessary staff needed for MNUFC2 matchdays. (ex: security, facilities, and guest experience)
• Prepare and print event day materials for staff, ensuring information is ready at scheduled report time.
• Create standard operating procedures, checklists, and training manuals for all areas of oversight.
• Ensure event and venue information is consistently and accurately communicated across all internal and external platforms.
• Inventory and manage all events department assets.
• Responsible for event recap notes.

What You’ll Bring:

• At least 1-2 years of event management or event planning experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management, Hospitality, Business or related field; or a combination of related education and work experience preferred.
• A strong foundation of analytical and client service skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence others to drive change.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and potential holidays.

Compensation & Benefits: 

Minnesota United FC values the contributions of our team members and is committed to transparency in our compensation practices. The compensation range for this full-time (exempt) role is $47,000 - $52,000 annually, with the final offer based on experience and qualifications. We provide a competitive benefits package that includes health coverage, retirement savings plans, paid time off, and additional perks to support you both personally and professionally.

MNUFC is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.