Academy Operations Assistant

Job Title: Academy Operations Assistant

Department: Academy

Reports To: Head of Academy Operations

Type: Part-Time Hourly

Role Type: Individual Contributor

Hours: Estimated at 25 hours per week

Hourly Rate: $21.65/hr

OUR CLUB

The goal of Seattle Sounders FC Academy is to play an integral role in promoting the long-term vision of the club by producing Homegrown Players comparable with the world’s elite. We strive to develop and attract intelligent and autonomous players who can adjust and adapt to the ever-changing demands of the game.

SUMMARY

Assisting the Head of Academy Operations, the Academy Operations Assistant will support administrative responsibilities and projects in support of the Academy players and staff. The ideal candidate is a team player who is willing to jump in to assist colleagues to execute work in a fast-paced environment. Leveraging strong communication skills and previous administrative experience. they are adept at juggling multiple priorities with high attention to detail.

This is a part-time opportunity slated to start in January 2026, working approximately 25 hours per week at Sounders FC Training Facility and at home matches for Sounders FC and Defiance teams.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the Head of Academy Operations in all administrative responsibilities and projects
• Lead home Academy game operations at the Providence Swedish Performance Center & Clubhouse, including visiting team needs and venue setup
• Coordinate all Academy field requests and updates
• Maintain communication calendars, surveys, and messaging within the Teamworks platform
• Administer Game Day Ball Manager Program for Sounders FC and Defiance home matches
• Coordinate Sounders FC ticket requests for Academy players and families
• Assist with the administration of trialists, including their accommodations and scheduling
• Suggest workflow improvements to make processes more efficient and effective.
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience in an administrative role / office environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive, cross-functional relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Team player who is willing to jump in to support.
• Ability to multi-task to deliver thorough work outcomes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as the ability to effectively present information.
• Committed to principles of diversity, equity and inclusion, and to living club values and the Sounders FC Mission to Create Moments, Enrich Lives, and Unify Through Soccer, in all interactions with colleagues, players, vendors, and fans.
• High degree of discretion and confidentiality.
• A curiosity for learning to take on new challenges and further personal knowledge.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) or Multi-Lingual a plus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This is a hybrid position working remote and in-person from the Sounders FC training facility in Renton, WA and supporting home matches for both Sounders FC and Defiance.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Must reside within Washington state upon date of hire.
• Must be able to facilitate own local travel.
• Must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship
• Responsibilities include regular work outdoors and may require standing on feet for long periods of time, as well as some lifting of up to 20 pounds.