Team Administrator, Sporting KC Academy

NovationIQ; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 54,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sporting Kansas City is seeking an Academy Team Administrator to oversee day-to-day operations for the U15–U18 SKC Academy teams and assist in managing operations for the first and second teams. The role supports the SKC Technical staff and players in daily activities.

The position requires soccer experience, a related bachelor’s degree, and strong organizational skills. You’ll work with multiple departments to coordinate travel, schedule events, and maintain an engaging, high-performance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• Prior experience in team operations is preferred.
• Experience in soccer is required.
• Master’s degree is preferred.
• Fluency in English; Spanish language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations for SKC Academy U15–U18 teams.
• Coordinate SKC Academy Center of Excellence programs and budget tracking.
• Plan and execute travel, tryouts, tournaments, and other events.
• Communicate with Academy players, parents/guardians, and staff with professionalism.
• Coordinate scheduling with SKC Academy training facilities and facilities management.
• Collaborate with front office departments (accounting, communications, marketing, partnerships, People Team).
• Support SKC Academy Residential Program and Team Administrations for SKC teams.
• Maintain relationships inside and outside the organization and uphold a competitive team environment.

Skills

Team operations

Soccer experience

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Outlook

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description Summary

We elevate Kansas City through soccer experiences and create memories through personalized touchpoints with our club. Our promise is to continually delight our fans and set the benchmark for best practices across Major League Soccer. Sporting Kansas City’s values are to be experience obsessed, high performance in all that we do, exemplify accountability, demonstrate integrity and to always put the club first. Sporting Kansas City is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create an empowering environment for a diverse and inclusive team of associates who make a positive impact on our club and our community. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The Academy Team Administrator manages the team operations for the Sporting Kansas City Academy teams and assists in managing the operations of the Sporting Kansas City first team and Sporting Kansas City II second team. Additionally, the Team Administrator will support the SKC Technical Staff and Players in all their day-to-day operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations for Sporting KC U15 – U18 Academy teams.
• Manage the SKC Academy Center of Excellence programs.
• Manage & track SKC Academy budget.
• Plan & execute various events such as team travel, tryouts, tournaments and more.
• Communicate with Academy players, parents/guardians, and staff in courteous and respectful manner.
• Register Academy teams for various competitions and leagues.
• Coordinate scheduling and other needs with the management of SKC Academy’s training facility, Swope Soccer Village.
• Communicate with various Sporting KC front office departments including accounting, communications, community relations, marketing, partnerships, people team, and others as needed.
• Assist with SKC Academy Residential Program.
• Assist with Team Administration of Sporting Kansas City and Sporting KC II.
• Maintain & create various relationships inside and outside of the organization.
• Maintain & develop a competitive & successful team environment.
• Support Sporting Kansas City’s mission, vision and purpose.
• Represent Sporting Kansas City and its related affiliates in a professional manner at all times.
• Perform other related tasks or projects as assigned.

Personal Attributes

• Adaptation to the four Sporting Kansas City Core Values; Team First, Work Ethic, Intelligence & Winning Mentality.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities.
• Must possess a strong, positive, and self-motivated work ethic.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented.
• Have a desire to continually improve from both individual & team perspectives.
• Exemplify a growth mindset.
• Passionate about professional sports, including soccer and team operations.
• Ability to demonstrate poise, tact and diplomacy.
• Strong teamwork aptitude required.
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive, confidential situations and information.
• Professional appearance and attitude, as well as ability to work with others.

Skills & Experience

• One (1) to three (3) years of related experience.
• Prior experience in team operations preferred.
• Experience in soccer required.
• Bachelor’s degree in relative field required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Capacity to adapt to the unique and vibrant Kansas City market.
• Must be able to fluently speak, read, and write in the English language.
• Spanish language fluency preferred.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Calendar.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in office, stadium, and event environments with the ability to travel as required.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and all matchdays.

Additional Responsibilities

• Represent Sporting Kansas City professionally at all times.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Comply with Club policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Our Mission

We elevate Kansas City, transform American soccer, and create memories through personalized experiences with our Club. Our promise is to continually delight our fans and set the benchmark for best practices across Major League Soccer.

Our Values

At Sporting Kansas City, we strive to win championships, deliver a world-class product on and off the field, create the finest fan experiences in sports, create meaningful connections with the community, and innovate in all that we do.

Our Passion for Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Sporting Kansas City is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create an empowering environment for a diverse and inclusive team of associates who make a positive impact on our Club and our community. Individuals from all backgrounds are celebrated and encouraged to apply.

Our Championships

MLS Cup Championship: 2000, 2013. Lamar Hunt US Open Cup: 2004, 2012, 2015, 2017. Supporter’s Shield: 2000.

Our Ownership

Sporting Kansas City is owned by Sporting Club, an entity comprised of local business and community leaders. Sporting prides itself on a commitment and vision to provide high-performance experiences. Sporting Club purchased the team from the Hunt Sports Group in 2006, and under its direction has launched Swope Soccer Village, Sporting Park, Compass Minerals Sporting Fields, Compass Minerals National Performance Center and Central Bank Sporting Complex while investing in the Sporting KC Academy and Sporting Kansas City II for developing local youth into homegrown talent. Sporting Kansas City is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.