LA Galaxy, Program Operations Coordinator

AEG Worldwide•Carson, CA

2d•$21 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Program Operations Coordinator supports the delivery, quality, and growth of LA Galaxy Youth soccer programs, including Galaxy Juniors, Skills Training, Grassroots, Camps, and the Galaxy Discovery Program. The role combines soccer knowledge with operational skills to create organized, engaging experiences for players, families, and coaches. Working on-site, the Coordinator is a key resource for coaches, participants, and families and supports assigned program processes and initiatives, coach development, program operations, local marketing and outreach, and identification of opportunities for new or expanded programming across Southern California. The Coordinator helps expand the LA Galaxy pathway, community impact, and long-term program growth. The role also involves collaborating with the Programming team on new program ideas and execution to support participation, brand awareness, and revenue growth. This position is eligible for a bonus under the current bonus plan requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency.
2–4 years of related work experience.
Commitment to the mission, vision, and core values of the LA Galaxy.
Ability to multitask and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to think clearly, analyze and resolve problems, and exercise good judgment.
Ability to work cooperatively and professionally with other departments.
Experience working with youth ages 1.5–16.
Knowledge of the youth soccer landscape in Southern California.
Proficiency with account management database systems and ability to learn required business systems.
Excellent customer service skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills.
Highly motivated with a positive attitude.
Detail-oriented and able to work independently.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS).
Coaching and event-related work experience.
Fluency in Spanish.

Responsibilities

Facilitate on-site execution of assigned youth programs, including preparing spaces, setup and teardown, organizing equipment and materials, supporting staff readiness, managing participant check-in, and preparing the site.
Represent LA Galaxy and provide a welcoming, professional experience for players and families by responding to questions and concerns, addressing participant needs, and helping resolve issues.
Support coach development through on-site observations, constructive feedback, regular communication, follow-up on coaching needs, and escalation of performance or development concerns.
Support operational processes, including registration information, program communications, administrative tasks, program materials, and related systems.
Help promote youth programming, provide program information and resources, and identify opportunities to increase awareness, enrollment, and participation.
Research and evaluate potential locations for new or expanded youth programs based on facility suitability, community access, program demand, and operational requirements, and share recommendations with Department Leadership.
Prepare program supplies, maintain organized equipment storage and distribution, monitor inventory, and identify replenishment, replacement, or other operational needs.
Collaborate with the Programming team on program ideation, development, and execution to support pathway expansion, increased participation, brand awareness, and revenue growth.
Perform other programming department duties as assigned.