Coordinator, Event Operations

U.S. Soccer Overview We are U.S. Soccer and we are the future of sport in the United States. To be successful as a USSF employee, it is critical to demonstrate and live up to these principles every day and with every interaction with peers, stakeholders, and partners. The Federation’s core values are the individual attributes and characteristics that staff embody to uphold the organization’s principles and succeed. Position Description Reporting to the Director of Events, the Event Operations Coordinator is integral to the planning and execution of all operational elements necessary to successfully stage U.S. Men’s and Women’s National Team events, as well as other matches/tournaments operated by U.S. Soccer Federation on a year-round basis. Primary Responsibilities • Assist in coordination of all areas of event operations in/around the venue with internal and external stakeholders including assisting in developing the operational plan for each event • Coordinate logistics for the visiting federation including, but not limited to hotel accommodations, flights, ground transportation, ticketing, training field arrangements and post-event reconciliation • Identify and manage team liaison officers, referee liaison officers and match official liaison • Coordinate all logistical & administrative matters involving the assigned referee crews and FIFA/Concacaf assigned match officials • Procure, inventory and ship events equipment • Coordinate match catering for various departments and areas of the venue • Recruit, schedule, educate and manage event day volunteers • Coordinate logistics and manage on-site all youth programs (ball kids, flag bearers & player escorts) • Assist in managing all pre and on-site event logistics including but not limited to game presentation, competition and partnership operations • Conduct site surveys (hotels, training grounds & event venues) to ensure facilities meet the requirements necessary to host an international soccer team/match • Assist in managing the department’s on-line event accreditation system