About the position
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.
Responsibilities
- Support the planning and execution of L&D programs, including leadership workshops, professional development sessions, and onboarding experiences.
- Manage logistics for learning initiatives, including scheduling, communications, materials preparation, and follow-up.
- Oversee administration of the Learning Management System (LMS) and digital learning platforms, including user management, reporting, and content updates.
- Coordinate the rollout of LinkedIn Learning, compliance training, and custom learning pathways.
- Deliver training sessions and facilitate small-group learning experiences in-person and virtually as needed.
- Support internal trainers and external facilitators to ensure high-quality learner experiences.
- Partner with HR, IT, and department leaders to assess learning needs and ensure timely implementation of programs.
- Serve as a liaison between U.S. Soccer and external learning vendors or consultants.
- Track participation, gather feedback, and generate reports on learning outcomes to support continuous improvement.
- Maintain accurate records and help prepare updates for leadership on L&D activities.
- Integrate inclusive learning practices to ensure development opportunities are accessible, representative, and aligned with U.S. Soccer’s values.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, or related field
- 3–5 years of experience supporting learning and development, talent programs, or professional training
- Experience with learning platforms (e.g., LinkedIn Learning, LMS systems) and managing logistics for training events
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Comfortable working in a dynamic, high-performance environment with shifting priorities
- General knowledge of soccer
- 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, and Outlook)
Nice-to-haves
- Experience working in sports, nonprofit, or mission-driven organizations.
- Knowledge of adult learning principles and inclusive training practices.
- Familiarity with virtual facilitation tools (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, etc.)
