Program Lead

New York City FC • Full-time • Orangeburg, NY, US • $50k - $57k / year • 4d ago

JOB TITLE: Programs Lead (NYCFC Youth Programs)

REPORTS TO: Director of Youth Programs

DEPARTMENT: Youth Programs

LOCATION: Orangeburg, NY

Position Overview

The Programs Lead is responsible for overseeing the daily operations and administration of New York City FC Youth Programs camps, clinics & development centers. This role includes program development & management, supervising program staff, coordinating scheduling, ensuring adherence to club policies, assisting in curriculum development, and fostering relationships with program participants and their families. The Youth Program Lead will play a key role in maintaining high standards of program execution and ensuring a positive experience for all stakeholders.

What You’ll Do

Manage and oversee the operations of New York City FC Youth Programs, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness.
Coordinate seasonal programming schedules and ensure proper staffing for NYCFC/MCFC Camps, Development Centers, Holiday Camps and Clinics.
Supervise program staff, providing mentorship, performance evaluations, and professional development opportunities.
Assist in the development and implementation of age-appropriate curriculum.
Ensure all program participants and staff adhere to NYCFC policies and procedures.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to enhance program offerings and partnerships.
Serve as a liaison between the Youth Programs department and parents, players, and partner organizations.
Monitor and assess program success, making data-driven improvements.
Represent NYCFC at youth soccer events and community engagements.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Who You Are

Passionate about youth development and soccer.
A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
A team player with the ability to lead and inspire others.
Highly organized, with the ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities effectively.
Proactive in problem-solving and decision-making.

What You’ll Bring

Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Management, Education, or a related field preferred.
2-3 years of experience in youth sports programming, coaching, or administration.
USSF C License (or foreign equivalent) preferred.
Strong knowledge of grassroots youth soccer development.
Experience using Sports Session Planner and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Experience working with diverse youth populations and community-based programs.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to travel as needed for program-related events and activities.

Additional Requirements

Compliance with MLS Next Safety and Well-Being policies and any other applicable child safety guidelines.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and travel as required for professional sports team operations.

Compensation

This exempt position has an estimated annual base salary range of $50,000-$57,000 and is not overtime eligible. Final compensation offer amounts are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to demonstrated skill set, years and depth of relevant experience, and some role-dependent factors such as certifications and software expertise. We welcome direct conversations with each candidate about compensation in all of our initial calls.

What We Offer

Excellent health, dental & vision insurance, with options to fit you and your family's needs
Comprehensive and competitive benefit programs, including maternal & paternal leave
Ancillary benefits: Commuter, pet insurance, gym membership, and Citi Bike discounts
Your health is important! Our wellness strategy focuses on mental and physical wellbeing through in-office and virtual programs
Four complementary tickets to every NYCFC home match
Team outings, happy hours, and annual staff gatherings to celebrate our co-workers
A dynamic, ambitious, and fun work environment

New York City Football Club Overview

At New York City FC, we are on a mission to build this city into one of the soccer capitals of the world. The Club was announced as Major League Soccer’s 20th franchise and is the first and only MLS team located within the five boroughs of New York City. The Club has qualified for the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs eight times over the past nine seasons, winning MLS Cup in 2021. Games are broadcast through MLS Season Pass, the unprecedented subscription service from Apple and Major League Soccer that will have every match of the MLS regular season, Audi MLS Cup Playoffs, and Leagues Cup all in one place and with no blackouts. New York City FC is building New York City’s first-ever soccer-specific stadium, set to open for the 2027 MLS season. For more information, please visit: www.newyorkcityfc.com.

New York City FC is also one of 13 clubs comprising City Football Group and counts Manchester City FC, Melbourne City FC, Yokohama F-Marinos, Girona FC, Montevideo City Torque, Shenzhen Peng City FC, Mumbai City FC, Lommel SK, ESTAC Troyes, Palermo FC, Bahia, and Club Bolívar among its sister clubs.

We are 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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