Academy Operations Assistant
About The Position
Assisting the Head of Academy Operations, the Academy Operations Assistant will support administrative responsibilities and projects in support of the Academy players and staff. The ideal candidate is a team player who is willing to jump in to assist colleagues to execute work in a fast-paced environment. Leveraging strong communication skills and previous administrative experience. they are adept at juggling multiple priorities with high attention to detail. This is a part-time opportunity slated to start in January 2026, working approximately 25 hours per week at Sounders FC Training Facility and at home matches for Sounders FC and Defiance teams.
Requirements
- Previous experience in an administrative role / office environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive, cross-functional relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Team player who is willing to jump in to support.
- Ability to multi-task to deliver thorough work outcomes.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as the ability to effectively present information.
- Committed to principles of diversity, equity and inclusion, and to living club values and the Sounders FC Mission to Create Moments, Enrich Lives, and Unify Through Soccer, in all interactions with colleagues, players, vendors, and fans.
- High degree of discretion and confidentiality.
- A curiosity for learning to take on new challenges and further personal knowledge.
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- Must reside within Washington state upon date of hire.
- Must be able to facilitate own local travel.
- Must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) or Multi-Lingual a plus.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Head of Academy Operations in all administrative responsibilities and projects
- Lead home Academy game operations at the Providence Swedish Performance Center & Clubhouse, including visiting team needs and venue setup
- Coordinate all Academy field requests and updates
- Maintain communication calendars, surveys, and messaging within the Teamworks platform
- Administer Game Day Ball Manager Program for Sounders FC and Defiance home matches
- Coordinate Sounders FC ticket requests for Academy players and families
- Assist with the administration of trialists, including their accommodations and scheduling
- Suggest workflow improvements to make processes more efficient and effective.
- Other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
