JOB TITLE: Director of Soccer Operations & Assistant General Manager

POSITION TYPE: FULL TIME

LOCATION: PORTLAND, MAINE

Operations:

Management of Club day-to-day football operations and development; communicates effectively across various departments to efficiently support the players & coaching staff.
Serves as a liaison between team staff and front office on all player & team-related matters; looks for ways to enhance internal processes for collaboration and communication between the coaches, players, and front office.
Establish clear goals and delivery of appropriate feedback to maximize team performance.
Regular and ongoing communication with Club stakeholders regarding development, strategy, and best practices; continuously looks for opportunities to approach and address challenges.
Direct responsibility and oversight for Club budget and expenditures.

Player Recruitment + Roster Build:

Support oversight of player recruitment and acquisitions, communicates with agents and outside contacts regarding contract negotiations.
Regularly collaborates with coaching staff on recommendations for recruitment. Travel as needed for player scouting, identification, and recruitment.
Develops long-term strategies for succession planning and team development.

Performance:

Support the development and implementation of a player evaluation process that includes written assessments, feedback to players and staff, and recommendations for team & individual development.
Consistently looks for ways to improve strategies, processes, and procedures to increase player care and maximize resources. Ensures safety standards and best practices are always followed.
Fosters a positive team environment aligned with the Club’s vision, mission, and core values.
Manage club relationship with health care provider and team medical staff

Player Recruitment + Roster Build:

Support oversight of player recruitment and acquisitions, communicates with agents and outside contacts regarding contract negotiations.
Regularly collaborates with coaching staff on recommendations for recruitment. Travel as needed for player scouting, identification, and recruitment.
Develops long-term strategies for succession planning and team development.

Compliance:

Manages outgoing and incoming player loans in compliance with the USL.
Serves as the primary point of contact with USL regarding league regulations regarding player safety, reporting, protocols, and compliance.
Foster a collaborative working relationship with the USL players association and club representatives.

Qualifications:

Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience working with athletes, coaches, and technical staff.
Advanced knowledge and experience managing multiple functions within a professional sports organization. Experience working with collegiate or professional athletes preferred.
Thorough knowledge of the professional soccer environment and technical components, including US and international soccer markets.
Experience managing player recruitment and scouting.
Knowledge of economic, financial, and industry data necessary to utilize Club resources.
Experience handling and analyzing performance data; preferably as it pertains to male & female athletes.
Must be able to make tough decisions; takes responsibility for communicating feedback clearly and effectively.
Ability to work outside normal business hours, including evening and weekends.
Presents and maintains a positive & professional image.
Self-motivated with solid organizational and planning skills.
Strong interpersonal communication skills with the ability to maintain discretion regarding confidential information.
Proficient in working with Microsoft office suite.
Successful completion of pre-employment comprehensive background check.
Must be legally authorized or able to obtain authorization to work in the US.

are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

Portland Hearts of Pine