Coordinator, Programs - 4ATX Foundation

Austin FC joined Major League Soccer (MLS) as the League’s 27th club in January 2019. Austin FC began competing in MLS in April 2021 and played its first match at home on June 19, 2021, in the new, 100% privately financed, state-of-the-art Q2 Stadium.  Austin FC currently holds the longest active sellout streak in MLS. 

4ATX Foundation is the nonprofit arm of Austin FC. Since its launch, 4ATX Foundation has been committed to using the power of soccer to build physically, socially and emotionally healthy communities. From cultivating welcoming soccer spaces and experiences where youth ignite leadership journeys to building future leaders by providing youth with personal and professional opportunities through soccer, 4ATX Foundation is equipping youth to become future leaders who invest in themselves and create thriving communities across Central Texas. 

4ATX Foundation is seeking a driven and passionate Programs Coordinator who will join Austin FC’s 4ATX Foundation team. Under the direction of the Programs Manager, the Programs Coordinator will support the execution of 4ATX’s soccer-based programs. 

These programs include Verde Leaders, an afterschool program at five local middle schools, a free clinics series, two weeklong summer camps, and additional community-based events. This includes coordinating and assisting with event logistics, tracking inventory, and maintaining an organized database of demographic and impact data.

The person who takes this role will have the opportunity to build out the programmatic function. The position is based in Austin, TX and the role will be in-person at Austin FC’s office.

·        Is an independent thinker and a strong team player?

·        Wants to use the power of soccer to effect positive change in Central Texas?

·        Works well in a fast-paced, collaborative and goal-based environment?

·        Displays exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail?

·        Can balance time between the office and a soccer field?

·        Work with 4ATX Programs team on day-to-day operations; and

·        Work with internal and external stakeholders to coordinate all logistics pertaining to 4ATX soccer clinics, camps, and other community-based events including registration and check-in, family and school communication, volunteer integration, vendor involvement, and run of show planning and execution; and

·        Coordinate data input and maintenance, including post-season/event surveys, evaluations, roster, and impact reporting; and

·        Organize, distribute, and track equipment and supplies, and maintain equipment storage facility; and 

·        Serve as public-facing ambassador for 4ATX Foundation, liaising with youth and families as necessary to help recruit, register, and inform participants; and

·        Assist with the curriculum building process, supporting with research, design, and organization; and

·        Support general internal 4ATX Foundation operations as needed; and

·        Perform other tasks as needed and be available to work weekends, matchdays and evenings as necessary.

 

·        Bachelor’s degree

·        Strong project coordination skills, with the ability to multitask and manage competing priorities

·        Proficiency in data management, with experience using CRM platforms and Microsoft Office Suite

·        Experience in event production and coordination

·        Experience working with youth and/or youth programs; experience in a nonprofit or similar field is a plus

·        Experience or strong interest in playing and/or coaching soccer

·        Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences

·        English and Spanish language proficiency is essential. Additional languages – even better

·        Excellent attention to detail and an outstanding work ethic

·        A commitment to diversity and inclusion, both internally and externally

·        A desire to be challenged and solve complex problems daily

·        A customer service orientation and mindset

 

·        It is the policy of 4ATX Foundation & Austin FC not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, physical or mental disability, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.  

·        All selected candidates are subject to passing a background check prior to employment.

·        Hours are variable and can easily include early mornings, late evenings, weekends and some holidays in addition to the traditional Monday through Friday hours.