Sports Operations Coordinator

Summary

Join Athletes Unlimited, a leading sports organization recognized for its innovative approach and commitment to athlete empowerment, as a Coordinator, Sports Operations. This full-time, remote position offers the opportunity to contribute to the successful execution of our professional women's leagues. You will manage logistical aspects of practice and game days, including travel arrangements and vendor collaboration. Responsibilities also include athlete onboarding, utilizing the Teamworks platform, and supporting various operational tasks. The ideal candidate possesses 1-3 years of experience, strong communication and organizational skills, and a willingness to travel. Athletes Unlimited provides a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of experience
• Team player with a positive and get it done attitude is a must
• Solid understanding of travel policies and budgets
• Ability to work across departments and build relationships to help achieve outcomes
• Effective time management, organizational, and problem-solving skills with an eye for detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, and ability to manage spreadsheets and other databases
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 30% each season (4 seasons total)
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends when needed
• Legal authorization to work in the United States

Responsibilities

• Arrange and manage AU Pro Sports staff and athlete travel (flights, hotels/housing, rooming lists, rental cars), and resolve any issues that may arise
• Communicate with our Travel Agent (Tzell Travel) to secure all flight needs for athletes and staff during the AU Pro Sports seasons
• Collaborate with event vendors to develop and deliver seasonal staff guides that help new team members adjust to working in-market
• Oversee and execute the athlete onboarding process during seasons for arrivals and departures
• Help manage the Teamworks platform for players, AU staff, contracted staff, and seasonal operations staff
• Facilitate and document player appearance request process
• Support the Staff Care Coordinator with various in-market events and responsibilities
• Assist in recruiting, onboarding, training, scheduling, and monitoring of Seasonal Operations Staff for all seasons, utilizing Teamworks when possible
• Assist SVP and Director of Sports Operations with project management and special events as needed
• Assist with load-in and load-out during seasons in league locations, as needed
• Communicate and collaborate with staff in AU function areas to bridge sports operations’ and other departments’ needs

Benefits

• Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Generous 401(k) company match
• Wellness and Development benefit
• Caregiving benefit
• Unlimited paid time off as well as company holidays