What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Operations and Equipment Manager, Academy position at TKFC LC dba St Louis CITY SC?
Position Title: Assistant Operations & Equipment Manager
St. Louis City SC Academy
Who CITY is:
St. Louis CITY is more than just the newest local MLS soccer team, we have quickly become the heartbeat of St. Louis and are leading the frontier of an emerging cultural renaissance. Join our growing family of 500 visionaries in a fun and fast-paced work environment that provides unmatched potential for new ideas, personal growth, and immediate impact.
Who you are:
CITY provides a progressive and supportive workplace that lets YOU be YOU. We value unique experiences and perspectives, and we hire employees who leverage their differences to add value.
Feel the impact of your ideas come to life as you join in the thunderous roar of 22,500 impassioned fans at our state-of-the art facility.
What CITY does:
Join us today in the mission of uniting the St. Louis Region and redefining what it means to be a soccer team.
Job Summary:
The Assistant Operations & Equipment Manager will support both the operational functions and equipment management for St. Louis City SC Academy. This position requires versatility in managing daily academy operations while overseeing all equipment-related responsibilities, ensuring the smooth functioning of youth development programs, and proper maintenance of all academy assets.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Operations Management
- Coordinate daily academy operations, including field scheduling and managing training calendars
- Support match day operations for academy games and events
- Manage academy administrative tasks, including player registration and documentation
- Assist in coordinating transportation and travel arrangements for academy teams
- Coordination and communication for club-hosted academy events
- Liaise with parents, coaches, and staff to ensure effective communication
- Assist in organizing academy events, trials, and special programs
Equipment Management
- Manage and maintain all academy training and match day equipment
- Assist in pressing uniforms, and training gear for coaches and players
- Coordinate uniform and gear distribution to academy players and staff
- Prepare training and match day equipment setups
- Conduct regular equipment inspections and maintenance
- Process and track equipment orders
- Organize and maintain equipment storage facilities
- Coordinate laundry services for training and match day uniforms
- Maintain detailed inventory tracking systems for boots and shoes
- Support equipment transport for away matches and events
Required Qualifications
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Excellent inventory management and record-keeping skills
- Valid driver's license with clean driving record
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and sports management software
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in youth soccer or professional sports environment
- Knowledge of MLS Next Academy structure
- Experience with scheduling and facility management software
- Equipment repair and maintenance skills
- Spanish language proficiency
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 75 pounds
- Standing/walking for extended periods
- Bending, stooping, and reaching frequently
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions
- Manual dexterity for equipment maintenance
Work Schedule
- Full-time position requiring flexible hours
- Evening and weekend availability required
- Travel required for away matches and tournaments
St. Louis CITY SC is building a team that is passionate about their work, the success of our Club and the growth and revitalization of our region. We desire people who hold themselves and others accountable and are driven by setting new standards for fan engagement.
TKFC LC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
