U.S. Soccer Overview

The U.S. Soccer Federation exists in service to soccer. Our aim is to ignite a national passion for the game. Because we believe that soccer is more than a sport; it is a force for good.

We understand the importance and the power of teamwork, on and off the pitch. That’s why we work closely with our Federation partners and members, to inspire, support and guide every level of the game: from the grassroots, to the National Teams. We want to bring soccer into every home and every community, right across America. Because we believe that soccer can transform lives like no other sport. Soccer can represent the best of US.

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 management style that builds bold teams and delivers globally significant results.

Position Description 

The Manager of Refereeing Education and Development must have a good sense of organization, planning, and preparing teaching materials as well as a solid classroom and presentation persona.  Must have significant experience in and knowledge of refereeing and soccer. Possesses strong project management skills along with the ability to multitask.  This is a motivated individual who is a “student of the game” and has a passion for learning and growing. Through a strong sense of teamwork and leadership, this person will support refereeing activities, initiatives and education within U.S. Soccer (from grassroots to FIFA). They will be required to partner with, communicate with, and collaborate with members of the entire referee ecosystem (State Referee Administrators, referees, referee coaches, assignors, and other U.S. Soccer team members). They will work closely with the Director of Refereeing Education and Development on the development of the overwhelming vision for the department as well as in the creation/implementation of education and development programs.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support the Director of Education and Development in the day-to-day activities of the department.
• Work closely with and support all internal U.S. Soccer departments as well as external customers (referee ecosystem) in a collaborative manner focuses on teamwork and ensuring the success of the project, deliverable, or subject matter.
• Design, develop, and execute in the collaborative delivery of assigned educational and developmental courses, curricula, projects, and programs. Includes: responsibility to review, assess and update current learning curricula (assignments, resources, requirements) for both certification and on-going education.
• Provide leadership and management direction and support for Refereeing Department initiatives and assigned tasks (events, courses, competitions, etc.). Includes creating content, ensuring outstanding execution, and communicating/collaborating with all associated components of the task.
• Create videos and other communications and social media content as needed.
• Manage and organize the Refereeing Department “library” or archive of technical materials (courses, presentations, videos).
• Contribute to the development and oversight of the Refereeing Education & Development strategy for the U.S. Soccer Refereeing program; improving refereeing at all levels of the game.
• Participate in the development and planning of all events and budgets and ensure all assignments fall withing the constraints of the budget.
• Display strong knowledge of applicable U.S. Soccer and FIFA regulations and standards as well as the Laws of the Game
• Create and maintain positive working relationships with all 55 State Referee Committees and other affiliated members.

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S./B.A. from an accredited college or university required
• Minimum 5 years of experience working in roles supporting referee development 
• High level of referee technical expertise
• Collaborative and passionate about refereeing
• Commanding and credible presence when representing the U.S. Soccer Refereeing program 
• Strong ability to build teams, collaborate, communicate, coordinate and partner
• Experience developing training plans and content
• Proven proactive problem solver
• Capable of working in fast-paced and demanding environments
• Ability to deliver high quality work and execute under pressure/deadlines
• Excellent written, verbal communication and presentation skills 
• Proficient experience with Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook)

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.