Manager, Team Administration
Red Bull New York
The New York Red Bulls are one of 30 Major League Soccer (MLS) teams. RBNY, one of the ten charter clubs of MLS, has competed in the league since its founding in 1996. The Red Bulls play home matches at Red Bull Arena (RBA) in Harrison, New Jersey. The three-time MLS Supporters' Shield Winners are owned by the Austrian beverage company Red Bull, for which the team is named. The New York Red Bulls offer one of the nation's premier youth soccer development programs, from local soccer partnerships across New York and New Jersey to Regional Development Schools and the Red Bulls Academy teams.
The Manager, Team Administration will work within our Team Operations department in designated areas of daily operations and administration of New York Red Bulls II. You will focus on team travel, logistics, and daily operations. You will also foster engagement with our players and staff serving as an key piece in supporting the team off the field. In this position, you will serve as a vital stakeholder working with the First Team and Academy, managing player movements between teams. You will report to the Director, Team Operations.
Due to the cyclical nature of the entertainment industry, the employee may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the company.
Areas that play to your strengths
All the responsibilities we'll trust you with:
- Planning all aspects of team travel, including organizing hotels, ground transportation, flights, and training facilities as required.
- Provide on-site logistical support for NYRB II during all travel.
- Serve as the lead expert for compliance with MLS Next Pro protocols and regulations.
- Manage the immigration process for new players including work visas and passport renewals.
- Lead the ITC process for players as needed.
- Aid in managing solidarity and training compensation procedures in compliance with FIFA guidelines.
- Oversight of daily team schedules and appropriate, timely communication to all relevant partners.
- Manage player registration process for NYRB II and MLS Next Pro.
- Provide budget oversight for NYRB II expenses, including accurate forecasting and tracking of travel and roster budgets.
- Collaborate with internal and external parties to manage daily team activities and scheduling.
- Key stakeholder for player movements, including short-term loans and league registrations, concurrent visa applications, and communication of applicable changes for training and matches.
Your areas of knowledge and expertise
that matter most for this role:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Sport Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred
- 4+ years experience working in a professional or collegiate sports setting or related field
- Strong organizational skills and a keen attention to detail
- Proactive problem-solving skills and an ability to maintain a high standard for daily tasks and projects
- The ability to operate independently, exercising sound judgment and decision-making ability.
- Enthusiastic and eager to operate as part of a team
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Spanish or Portuguese proficiency preferred but not required
- Travel 30-40%
- Permanent
- Benefits eligible
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