Youth Soccer Coordinator

The Virginia Beach Field House; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Virginia Beach Field House is seeking a Youth Soccer Coordinator to assist in the development, organization, and delivery of youth soccer leagues and programs. The role includes recruiting and supervising the program staff while ensuring high standards of customer service.

The ideal candidate will possess leadership abilities, strong communication skills, and a background in soccer program management. This position may require evening and weekend availability.

Qualifications

• At least three years of experience in soccer recreation programs.
• One year of supervisory experience.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and administration of youth soccer leagues.
• Plan and direct all games, facilities, and officials.
• Recruit and train soccer program staff.

Skills

Leadership ability

Strong verbal communication skills

Time-management skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Knowledge of soccer rules

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Brief Description

The Youth Soccer Coordinator assists in the development, organization, delivery, and administration of youth soccer leagues, recreational programs, and activities. The coordinator also recruits, hires, and supervises program staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development, organization, delivery, and administration of youth soccer leagues, tournaments, recreational programs, activities, and awards.
• Plan, organize, schedule, and direct all games, facilities, officials, and scorekeepers for youth soccer programs and activities.
• Recruit, hire, onboard, train, develop, and supervise soccer program team members.
• Ensure a high level of customer service for all program participants.
• Ensure program standards are met.
• Provide data and reports for programs as needed.
• Assist in producing and managing the program budget to achieve revenue and service goals.
• Assist Lil Kickers coaches with program planning, instruction, supervision, and mentorship.
• Perform other duties as needed, required, or assigned by supervisory personnel.

Requirements

• Demonstrated leadership ability.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Desire to work with kids and communicate effectively with kids and their parents.
• Professional appearance and interaction with guests.
• Strong time‑management skills, able to multi‑task and prioritize.
• Ability to remain calm and focused in a high‑volume, fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to work in difficult and stressful environments.
• Ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays if necessary.

Qualifications

• At least three (3) years of experience developing, implementing, scheduling, and evaluating soccer recreation programs.
• At least one (1) year of supervisory experience.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Knowledge of rules in soccer/sports recreation program activities.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Creative thinker who applies innovation in programming.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to build community relationships.
• Basic skills in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Physical Demands

• Standing: Constantly (>66%)
• Sitting: Frequently (33–66%)
• Kneeling: Rarely (>10%)
• Walking/Running: Occasionally (<66%)
• Bending/Stooping: Occasionally (<33%)
• Reaching/ Twisting: Occasionally (<33%)
• Lifting/Pushing/Pulling: Occasionally (lifting up to 50 lbs, pushing/pulling up to 100 lbs with wheeled devices)
• Hearing: Constantly (>66%)
• Talking/Shouting: Constantly (>66%)
• Seeing: Constantly (>66%)

Work Environment

The Youth Soccer Coordinator may be indoors in a humidity‑controlled environment or outdoors in ambient temperature and humidity, except during thunderstorms. The noise level is usually loud.

EEO Statement

EOE - Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.

The Virginia Beach Field House is a drug‑free workplace. Pre‑employment background check required. Pre‑employment job assessment may be required.