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St. Louis CITY SC

Manager, Team Operations and Player Care (Full Time)

St. Louis CITY SC, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63146

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Who CITY is St. Louis CITY is more than just the newest local MLS soccer team, we have quickly become the heartbeat of St. Louis and are leading the frontier of an emerging cultural renaissance. Join our growing family of 500+ visionaries in a fun and fast-paced work environment that provides unmatched potential for new ideas, personal growth, and immediate impact.

Who you are CITY provides a progressive and supportive workplace that lets YOU be YOU. We value unique experiences and perspectives, and we hire employees who leverage their differences to add value.

Feel the impact of your ideas come to life as you join in the thunderous roar of 22,500 impassioned fans at our state-of-the art facility.

What CITY does Join us today in the mission of uniting the St. Louis Region and redefining what it means to be a soccer team.

Purpose The Manager, Team Operations (CITY2) will provide administrative support and enhance communication among players, families, coaches, and staff. This position will support CITY2 by taking care of all the logistical details of travel, training, and match day operations. This role will also help the players, relocate, acclimate, and integrate into the St. Louis community. This is a full-time, exempt position.

Essential Functions and Outcomes

Lead team communication between team staff and players

Coordinate a welcoming process of relocating/onboarding new players and families

Primarily focus on housing, education, and lifestyle options

Assist players with obtaining driver's license, social security number, bank account, etc.

Develop a database of contacts, networks and vendors that support our player services department

Lead match day operations for CITY2 which includes pre-match, halftime and post-match

Travel with the team as needed and provide operational support with team travel, training and matchday

Assist in registering players, helping players to and from medical appointments as needed

Work closely with Front Office for sponsorship or community relation opportunities and player appearances

Integrate new players and help with onboarding procedures when new players arrive

Serve as an internal office consultant in regard to players' perspectives

Characteristics and Skills

Proven ability to work in a team-oriented environment

An eagerness to learn and develop knowledge and skills

A high standard of work performance and the ability to consistently deliver high-quality results

Detail-oriented and organized with effective time management and prioritization skills

Flexible and resourceful in response to changing priorities and needs

Strong communication skills to effectively work with both internal and external constituents, with an emphasis on communicating the mission, vision, and culture of the club, families, coaches and community members

Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously

Very strong negotiating skills required

Ability to work under pressure

Ability to work with managers, staff and outside parties concerning travel arrangements

Excellent facilitation skills, including the ability to manage and resolve tensions, disputes and conflicts

Proficient in Microsoft Office, with a focus on Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Experience and Qualifications

Three years responsible administrative and travel booking experience; or bachelor’s degree in a field appropriate to the assignment and two years responsible administrative and travel booking experience.

Proactive in identifying and completing tasks applicable to the job

Ability to problem-solve and exercise sound judgment

Experience using database application software and/or online reservation systems preferred

Knowledge of the principles and practices of administration, regulations and operating procedures, as well as accounting and budgeting procedures

Out of Office Responsibilities

Must be able to work evenings, weekends, events, and holidays as required. This position will require flexibility of work schedule. Travel includes frequently driving a motor vehicle, valid driver's license with insurance is required.

St. Louis CITY SC is building a team that is passionate about their work, the success of our Club and the growth and revitalization of our region. We desire people who hold themselves and others accountable and are driven by setting new standards for fan engagement.

Equal Opportunity Employer TKFC LC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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