Safeguarding Coordinator, Safeguarding Operations

Job Type

Full-time

Description

U.S. Soccer Overview

We are U.S. Soccer and we are the future of sport in the United States. Our mission is to make soccer the preeminent sport in the United States. We embrace diversity, technology and global connections to drive the growth of our sport and serve our athletes and fans. We seek motivated, passionate, skilled people who can think, create and work on a team.

U.S. Soccer is a growing company that looks for team members to grow with it. U.S. Soccer offers a comprehensive compensation package, casual work environment, an inclusive culture and an atmosphere for professional development.

The Federation’s core principles set organization-wide standards to identify and foster our culture and inform how we interact and hold each other accountable. These principles guide U.S. Soccer: We Win Together. We Aim High. We Champion Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. To be successful as a USSF employee, it is critical to demonstrate and live up to these principles every day and with every interaction with peers, stakeholders, and partners.

The Federation’s core values are the individual attributes and characteristics that staff embody to uphold the organization’s principles and succeed. These values guide our employees: Integrity. Commitment. Teamwork. Respect.

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 approach that contributes to bold teams and delivers globally significant results.

Position Description

Reporting to the Director of Safeguarding Operations, the Safeguarding Coordinator will play a crucial role in supporting the operations of the Safeguarding Team with an emphasis on prevention, education, and compliance. They will work closely with the Director of Safeguarding Operations, VP of Safeguarding Prevention & Education, and members of the Response and Resolution Team.

Primary Responsibilities

• Act as a key contributor to the overall operational roadmap for the USSF Safeguarding Strategy and Priorities
• Support the implementation of programs directed at fostering safe environments for play, including the Safe Soccer Clearance Program
• Contribute to the development and management of departmental key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Manage training logistics, including scheduling, securing speakers as needed, and setting up tech platforms
• Correspond with members to promote the webinars, distribute relevant materials, and handle registration
• Follow up with participants post-webinar by providing resources, answering questions, and ensuring continued engagement
• Manage the technology requirements, coordinating the platform and facilitators to ensure smooth delivery, oversee breakout rooms, and address any technical issues during live sessions
• Disseminate updates to members regarding safeguarding initiatives, ensuring they have the most up-to-date information on requirements, deadlines, and best practices
• Track and respond to queries from members, providing guidance and resolving any concerns efficiently to maintain transparency and trust in the program
• Delegation compliance and ad hoc internal Safeguarding compliance
  
  

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S./B.A. or Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience required
• 1 year of experience working in an operations/coordinator role
• Must have a strong belief in fostering safer environments for play
• Preference for someone with safeguarding experience and familiarity with governing USOPC, FIFA, and USCSS policies
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, emotional intelligence, discretion, and a high level of confidentiality
• Able to identify behavior that is harmful to players, at-risk participants, and vulnerable populations.
• Experience supporting program design and delivery that drive results against priority objectives
• Capable of working in fast-paced and demanding environments
• Ability to deliver high quality work and execute under pressure/deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Passion for the sport of soccer
• Proficient experience with Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook)
• Able and willing to travel, as necessary
• Able and willing to work non-traditional hours including evenings and weekends, if necessary
• General knowledge of soccer
• Capable of working in fast-paced and demanding environments
• Must be able to connect “micro” details to the “macro” vision and mission
• Proficient experience with Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook)
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Passion for athlete safety.
• Can work independently, while coordinating and communicating with other members of the of the office.
• Can manage multiple, co-current tasks.
• Has advanced knowledge of Microsoft Suite (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Bilingual (English/Spanish); knowledge of other languages is beneficial.
  
  

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.