Senior Manager, National & Junior Team Operations

Job Summary:

The Senior Manager, National & Junior Team Operations, is responsible for managing all logistical and administrative elements of international and domestic events for the National Team (NT) and the National Junior Team (NJT). This position will work with the Managing Director, National Team and Director, National Junior Team, and the NT Division staff to provide the highest level of logistical support for NT and NJT international and domestic events. Additionally, this position will work to develop strong working relationships with elite coaches, athletes, and volunteers. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

NJT Pre-Competition

• Work with the Director, National Junior Team to develop a timeline for each event, performing site visits when appropriate.
• Research and recommend hotels for competition.
• Manage air travel plans in consultation with the Director, National Junior Team.
• In consultation with the Director, National Junior Team, develop meal timelines, menus, rooming lists, and other logistics with hotels.
• Establish contracts for air, hotel, ground transportation, and other facility needs.
• Work with the Director, National Team Support & Services, to establish needs for each trip.
• Manage logistics and resources with external stakeholders, including additional USA Swimming staff, U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee staff, and local organizing committees.
• Domestic and international camp coaching, as needed.

NJT Competition

• Travel to domestic and international competitions as needed.
• Oversee and support volunteer managers and dietitians.

NT Division Event Support

• Domestic and international camp coaching, as needed.
• Provide logistical support for other NT Division events as needed, including, but not limited to:
  • NT international travel (Gold Medal competitions)
  • NT Coaches Seminar
  • NT Specialty Camps
  • NT led Committees
  • NT and NJT Open Water Trips
• Assist with additional purchasing for the division, as needed.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work on multiple projects at one time.
• Ability to anticipate potential challenges, adapt quickly, and problem-solve.
• Team player, with high-level interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external constituents.
• Detail oriented, and ability to be highly organized in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently with team members who are remote.
• Willingness to work weekends and occasional holidays.

Education & Experience:

• A bachelor’s degree in sports management, related field, or equivalent.
• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in event planning, team travel logistics, and/or project management.
• Preferred 2-3 years’ experience in swim coaching, at the international or collegiate level.
• Experience working in administration or management within the sports industry.
• Proven experience coordinating and managing large groups or teams.
• Experience with or understanding of National Governing Bodies structures, roles, objectives, and culture in relation to the Olympic movement and athlete relations.

Education & Experience:

• Must be able to travel, both domestically and internationally, up to 20% of the year.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
• This position works in an office setting in the USA Swimming headquarters in Colorado Springs, CO; must be willing to relocate to Colorado Springs, CO, or the surrounding area.

Salary & Benefits:

• Salary range for this position is $100,000 - $120,000 annually.
• Bonus Eligibility: Based on company performance, this position may be eligible for an annual bonus target of 7.50%.
• Benefits available include:
  • Medical, dental, and vision
  • Company paid short-term and long-term disability
  • Paid Parental leave
  • 401(k) w/match after 1 year of service
  • Profit sharing and safe harbor contribution after 2 years of service
  • EAP
  • PTO
  • Relocation assistance

Application Deadline: April 20, 2025

Salary : $100,000 - $120,000