23 head of operations jobs found

OVERVIEW The Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) is an MLS soccer club serving the greater Los Angeles area. LAFC is dedicated to building a world-class soccer club that represents the diversity of Los Angeles and is committed to delivering an unrivaled experience for fans. LAFC’s ownership group is comprised of local leaders and innovators of industry with intellectual capital, financial prowess, operations expertise, and success in the fields of entertainment, sports, technology, and media. LAFC is invested in the world’s game and Los Angeles, constructing, and developing the 22,000 seat BMO Stadium and a top-flight training center on the campus of Cal-State Los Angeles. POSITION SUMMARY In collaboration with technical staff, the Academy Coach will work with an assigned age group overseeing all training sessions and matches, while also leading the technical development for the Pro Player Pathway at LAFC Academy, specifically the U18 – U16 – U15 age...

Job title: Casual Academy Scout Location : Sussex Hours of work : Evening and Weekend Work Reports to   Head of Academy Recruitment Remuneration:   £41.50 per scouting assignment (with a maximum 6 assignments a month) Join Our Team – Be Part of Pompey’s Future We are Pompey — proud of our past, passionate about our future, and powered by our people. We’re a club that values honesty, unity, and hard work. We are looking for a dynamic, friendly, and a reliable individual to join our recruitment team within our academy. This is a great opportunity for someone who takes pride in their work, is hands-on, and wants to be part of something bigger, with an extensive experience in young players recruitment. Role summary As we continue to develop our Category 3 Academy provision, we are seeking to appoint scouting staff to support our pre academy and academy talent recruitment. The focus will be on watching, assessing and recruiting players aged 7-18 years for...

The Chicago Fire Football Club (Chicago Fire FC) is Chicago’s premier professional soccer club competing in Major League Soccer (MLS), the top U.S. domestic league. Founded on October 8, 1997, on the 126th anniversary of the Great Chicago Fire, the Club began play in 1998, becoming the first and only expansion team in North American sports to win a title in its first year of existence. Beside MLS Cup 1998, the Fire have won five other major domestic titles, including the 1998, 2000, 2003, and 2006 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cups, and the 2003 MLS Supporters’ Shield.   The Club’s Football Operations department is guided by one vision: to build a world-class club that inspires greatness, helps unite Chicago, and wins championships. To that end, Owner and Chairman Joe Mansueto named former U.S. Men’s National Team head coach Gregg Berhalter as Director of Football and Head Coach ahead of the 2025 regular season, leading the Fire to the postseason for...

TITLE:  Athletic Trainer- Development Academy DEPARTMENT:  Team Operations REPORTS TO:   Head Athletic Trainer FLSA:  Full Time, Salaried; Exempt   WHAT SETS YOU APART You are a nationally certified and state licensed athletic trainer seeking a full-time athletic trainer role where you can provide coverage for the MLS NEXT teams. We are looking for a highly motivated individual who values teamwork and collaboration to develop further as an athletic trainer. Our culture is one of fostering learning and development. This is an ideal position for recent graduates or those seeking for opportunities/experience working at a high-level soccer club and high-performance staff. In this position, you will gain valuable exposure to the performance side of our department while performing duties in line with the medical team’s unified vision.   ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES   ● Develop and implement...

TITLE:  Academy   Coach  DEPARTMENT:  Team Operations REPORTS TO:  Academy Director FLSA:  Full-Time; Salaried Exempt    WHAT SETS YOU APART   The Academy Coach is responsible for supporting the academy team in both player and team development and the day-to-day operations of an Academy Team. The coach will assist with the team, including supporting training practices and games. The successful candidate will report to the Academy Director.     ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES   Coach or assist on the assigned age group. Attend training, league games, tournaments, and scheduled events. Manage and coach all exhibitions, regular season, playoff, tournaments, international, and other matches while ensuring player development, club principles, and a competitive mentality. Conduct and organize preparation for all matches, including developing game strategies,...

TITLE: Academy Formation Strength & Conditioning Coach   DEPARTMENT: Team Operations   REPORTS TO: Academy Head of Strength & Conditioning  FLSA: Exempt, Full-time        WHAT SETS YOU APART  The Academy Formation Strength & Condition Coach manages and supports the Formation age groups in their daily training and weekend games.  The coach coordinates all training and game activities with soccer and medical staff and has a special focus on the physical preparation, recovery, and development of the players.     DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES  Design and implement safe and effective strength and conditioning programs for junior athletes Create and deliver movement literacy, proficiency, and control sessions Develop and document screening protocols for physical assessment, movement, and agility...

TITLE: Academy Formation Strength & Conditioning Coach   DEPARTMENT: Team Operations   REPORTS TO: Academy Head of Strength & Conditioning  FLSA: Exempt, Full-time        WHAT SETS YOU APART  The Academy Formation Strength & Condition Coach manages and supports the Formation age groups in their daily training and weekend games.  The coach coordinates all training and game activities with soccer and medical staff and has a special focus on the physical preparation, recovery, and development of the players.     DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES  Design and implement safe and effective strength and conditioning programs for junior athletes Create and deliver movement literacy, proficiency, and control sessions Develop and document screening protocols for physical assessment, movement, and agility...

TITLE:  Athletic Trainer- Development Academy DEPARTMENT:  Team Operations REPORTS TO:  Head Athletic Trainer FLSA:  Full Time, Salaried; Exempt   WHAT SETS YOU APART You are a nationally certified and state licensed athletic trainer seeking a full-time athletic trainer role where you can provide coverage for the MLS NEXT teams. We are looking for a highly motivated individual who values teamwork and collaboration to develop further as an athletic trainer. Our culture is one of fostering learning and development. This is an ideal position for recent graduates or those seeking for opportunities/experience working at a high-level soccer club and high-performance staff. In this position, you will gain valuable exposure to the performance side of our department while performing duties in line with the medical team’s unified vision.   ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:   Develop and implement injury...

TITLE:  Academy   Coach  DEPARTMENT:  Team Operations REPORTS TO:  Academy Director FLSA:  Full-Time; Salaried Exempt    WHAT SETS YOU APART   The Academy Coach is responsible for supporting the academy team in both player and team development and the day-to-day operations of an Academy Team. The coach will assist with the team, including supporting training practices and games. The successful candidate will report to the Academy Director.     ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES   Coach or assist on the assigned age group. Attend training, league games, tournaments, and scheduled events. Manage and coach all exhibitions, regular season, playoff, tournaments, international, and other matches while ensuring player development, club principles, and a competitive mentality. Conduct and organize preparation for all matches, including developing game strategies,...

Department:  Football Division – Boys Academy Medical and Sport Science Department Hours of Work:  Full-time (working patterns aligned to the demands of elite football, including matchdays and travel where required) Contract Type:  Permanent Salary:  Attractive Remuneration Package depending on experience Location:  Bodymoor Heath Training Ground Closing Date:   Sunday 19 April 2026 1.   The Department Our Boys Academy is a Premier League Category One environment, built on delivering consistent, high-performance support across every stage of the player pathway. Operating at the intersection of development and elite performance, our Sport Science and Medicine Department plays a critical role in preparing players for the demands of First Team football. Working closely with the Loans and Emerging Talent and First Team multi-disciplinary team’s, we ensure players progress with the robustness,...

SwitchedOn Education in partnership with Southampton International Academy   This International Academy Partnership with Southampton FC in Santa Clarita California represents a new era in youth development here in the US — where the discipline of elite soccer meets the power of personalized primary and secondary education. Built on the legendary foundation of Southampton FC’s world-renowned Academy, known for developing international stars and model professionals, this program brings The Saints Way to California. Our mission is to nurture not just exceptional athletes, but exceptional people — cultivating confidence, leadership, and character both on and off the field. Switched On Education, a global leader in primary and secondary education with a presence in 60 schools in the UK, South Africa and now the USA. This is a full-time role within a school academy environment, which includes evenings, weekends and bank holidays as required...

I.Overview The THPFC coach is a part-time employee whose primary objective is to develop players in a fun and challenging environment. Player retention is of the highest importance and coaches should endeavor to provide quality programming to all players. II. Responsibilities 1.Functional Accountabilities ➔ Implement the Club’s Philosophy for player development. ➔ Hands on organization and management of the team. ➔ Ensure TeamSnap is kept up to date (schedule and roster). ➔ Timely communication via Teamsnap to parents. ➔ Coordinate with team managers/management. ➔ Support the Club and co workers positively. ➔ Deliver sessions and lead games. ➔ Design and analyze sessions. ➔ Attend all in-house coach education and training sessions. ➔ Complete player feedback forms for each player once per year. ➔ Send out program offer letters. ➔ Deliver one parent meeting per team per season. ➔ Provide opportunities for training and taxi players when possible. 2....

About Glen Shields Juventus (GSJ) Glen Shields Juventus (GSJ) is a competitive youth male and female academy operating within a structured technical framework focused on long-term player development. As part of Glen Shields Soccer Club and aligned with Juventus Academy methodology, we prioritize disciplined coaching, professional standards, and consistent development processes across all age groups. Our player pathway includes: • Pre-Academy (U4–U9) • Junior J League • Competitive Academy Teams (U8–U21) • Post-Secondary & Professional Position Overview GSJ is seeking one to two qualified Academy Coaches to support our growing competitive program. Successful candidates will work within a defined technical structure and be responsible for delivering high-quality, development-focused sessions while maintaining professional standards on and off the field.   Key Responsibilities • Plan and deliver structured...

About the job Job Summary Established in 1999, Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC is Pennsylvania’s oldest professional soccer team and one of the longest-operating pro soccer teams in the United States. The team plays its home games at Highmark Stadium, which opened in 2013 as a team-owned, soccer-specific stadium in Pittsburgh’s South Shore neighborhood. The team is an original member of the USL Championship, which began play in 2011 and has grown to become the world’s largest second-division pro soccer league. The Riverhounds Development Academy (RDA) serves more than 3,500 players across three locations and is supported by the club’s state-of-the-art training facility, which boasts an indoor field and two outdoor fields for year-round development. Together, these programs provide a clear pathway from youth soccer to professional opportunities. The Riverhounds Development Academy is seeking a visionary, high-capacity Academy Executive Director to...

Job Title: Lead Academy Physiotherapist Hours of work : Full time role with weekday, weekend and some evening work; 37.5 hours/week Reports to : Academy Manager Location : Based in Portsmouth with some travel to away games Remuneration:   £36400 per annum. Role summary We are seeking to recruit an experienced and fully qualified Lead Academy Physiotherapist to manage our medical delivery in the Academy across all age groups (U9-U18). You will lead the physio provision for the full time U18 scholar players, through attendance at all training and games. Further essential duties with the U18s will be to deliver clinical treatment and assessment of injured players and in collaboration with the S&C Lead Coach, create return to play protocols for all injured U18 players. Building strong relationships with the 1st team medical staff, you will agree injury assessment and treatment plans for longer term injuries. Additionally, you will line manage the team of...

AFC Bournemouth's Academy are now looking for a talented Physiotherapist to become an integrated member of the AFC Bournemouth Academy Performance & Medical team, providing evidence-based advice, treatment, and medical assistance to players in the Foundation and Youth Development Phases, but predominantly with the Under 9s to Under 16s. Academy Values: Players First: every player valued. Every decision made with care.  Togetherness: working as part of a wider team and willing to contribute beyond own interests. Integrity: carrying out academy and club values in an open and honest manner. Accountability: willing to take responsibility for actions, allowing for learning, growth and reflection.  Key Responsibilities To provide appropriate medical support to all U9-16 players in the Academy, primarily focusing on the U13 to U16 age groups. To have a close working relationship with other Academy...

The Club Secretary is the Club’s senior football governance and compliance lead. Reporting to the CEO, the role ensures full adherence to FA and Women’s Super League regulations, oversees player registration and contract administration, and maintains audit-ready compliance systems. As the primary interface with league and regulatory bodies, this role safeguards the Club’s competitive eligibility and supports Tier 1 promotion readiness within a lean and scaling organisation. Key Responsibilities Player Registration & Contract Administration • Manage all player registrations, transfers, loans and deregistrations through FA and league systems. • Maintain oversight of trialist registrations, and all associated regulatory requirements in line with FA and league rules. • Monitor squad composition and eligibility, including homegrown status, loan limits, and competition registration deadlines. • Manage international transfers through the FIFA Transfer...

Academy Transition, Loan and Player Development Manager Birmingham City Football Club (Academy) Permanent | Full-Time Location: Knighthead Performance Centre ​ Birmingham City Football Club is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking  Academy Transition, Loan and Player Development Manager  to lead the Academy’s loan and transition pathway strategy. This is a critical role within the Academy structure, responsible for ensuring players are prepared, challenged and supported as they progress through key stages of their development. The role will oversee the full loan process, from planning and placement to monitoring and review, while also leading the transition strategy for players exiting the programme. Working closely with the Academy Technical Director and multidisciplinary staff, you will play an important part in shaping player pathways and ensuring every player has the opportunity to develop in the right environment....

About The Role   Summary of vacancy To provide an elite level of physiotherapy service to the Academy and assist the Senior Academy Physiotherapist with the operational management of the Academy medical department at Sheffield Wednesday Football Club. The successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery of physiotherapy to schoolboy players while being expected to be pitch side for training and matches. The candidate will also be expected to upload and maintain medical records on the Football Intelligence Platform (FIP) on a daily basis. Main Duties Lead the assessment, rehabilitation and pitch-side first aid of the academy age groups Provide line management to the U9-16 therapists and also assist in duties with the U18 and U21 squads where necessary. Assist, and where necessary lead, in department management duties such as; maintaining up to date audit documentation, ensuring compliance...

Job description To lead, develop, and continuously evaluate the strategic delivery of nutrition support across all Academy age groups and parents.  This is a part‑time position, working 16 hours per week.  The role will ensure the nutrition curriculum and applied practices evolve in alignment with the developmental needs of players within the Academy pathway. The Academy Nutritionist will play a pivotal role in supporting the holistic development of players across all phases of the Academy pathway. This role demands a proactive, detail-oriented practitioner who can integrate strategic monitoring, individualised performance support, and impactful education within a multidisciplinary environment. Working collaboratively with performance staff, players, parents, and host families, the successful candidate will ensure that nutrition provision consistently enhances health, wellbeing, and on-field performance while upholding the highest standards of safeguarding and...