U.S. Soccer Overview
The 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’s 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 US.
U.S. Soccer is in a period of significant growth, with ambitions plans for US 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 Description
The Manager, Sporting Strategy is a strategic and operational leader that will play a critical role in driving The U.S. Way – U.S. Soccer’s Strategy for producing winning Senior National Teams with an emphasis on player development. This individual will collaborate with the Sporting leadership team and other key Federation stakeholders to shape, plan, and execute priority initiatives and processes.
Primary Responsibilities
- Shape and manage transformative strategic initiatives (e.g., project goals and tracking, stakeholder management, communications) that further the goals of The U.S. Way.
- Support Sporting leadership in establishing creative, clear, and effective organizational processes and systems.
- Lend important operational support for Sporting initiatives such as setting meeting agendas, coordinating schedules, and tracking key next steps.
- Perform qualitative and quantitative analyses for Sporting projects, with the ability to create analytical insights, package those into effective communications, and inform critical decisions.
- Establish relationships with peers in other Federation departments to further Sporting’s strategic initiatives and U.S. Soccer’s overall strategy
- Support Sporting department leadership in all aspects of board and external stakeholder management, including key analyses for board topics, creating clear communication materials, etc.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required
- 3-5+ years professional experience in management consulting, business operations/ general management, strategy, or project management
- Outstanding project management skills with ability to manage and drive forward multiple projects
- Proactive self-start who can work independently and with ambiguity to drive towards set objectives
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong intellectual curiousity and ability to apply learnings quickly and creatively
- Ability to spot issues and manage risk by anticipating challenges and proactively working to resolve
- Excellent quantitative, financial, research, modeling, and problem-solving skills
- Capable of working in fast-paced and demanding environments
- Must be able to connect “micro” details to the “macro” vision and mission
- Proficient experience with Microsoft Suite (Word, Powerpoint, Excel)
Desired Qualifications
- Passion for soccer and understanding of the U.S. Soccer ecosystem + global game
- Prior experience working in the sports industry, non profit, or national governing body
U.S. Soccer offers a comprehensive compensation package, casual work environment, an inclusive culture, and an atmosphere for professional development.
U.S. Soccer is an 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.
