U.S. Soccer Overview
The U.S. Soccer Federation exists in service to soccer. Our aim is to ignite a national passion for the game. Because we believe that soccer is more than a sport; it is a force for good.
We understand the importance and the power of teamwork, on and off the pitch. That’s why we work closely with our Federation partners and members, to inspire, support and guide every level of the game: from the grassroots, to the National Teams. We want to bring soccer into every home and every community, right across America. Because we believe that soccer can transform lives like no other sport. Soccer can represent the best of US.
U.S. Soccer is in a period of significant growth, with ambitions plans for US soccer in the near and far future. We are therefore, looking for dynamic servant-leaders to join us on this journey: in service to soccer. Applicants must be able to demonstrate visionary leadership, analytical decision-making, professional flexibility and an empathic management style that builds bold teams and delivers globally significant results.
Position Description
The Manager of Refereeing Education and Development must have a good sense of organization, planning, and preparing teaching materials as well as a solid classroom and presentation persona. Must have significant experience in and knowledge of refereeing and soccer. Possesses strong project management skills along with the ability to multitask. This is a motivated individual who is a “student of the game” and has a passion for learning and growing. Through a strong sense of teamwork and leadership, this person will support refereeing activities, initiatives and education within U.S. Soccer (from grassroots to FIFA). They will be required to partner with, communicate with, and collaborate with members of the entire referee ecosystem (State Referee Administrators, referees, referee coaches, assignors, and other U.S. Soccer team members). They will work closely with the Director of Refereeing Education and Development on the development of the overwhelming vision for the department as well as in the creation/implementation of education and development programs.
Primary Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
U.S Soccer is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, military status, political belief, or any other characteristic protected under the law. This policy applies to all our employment practices within our organization.
We strongly encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA, veterans, parents, and persons with disabilities to apply.