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Inter Tribal Sports

Executive Director

San Diego, CA · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

Coed basketball, softball, soccer, cross country, golf, cheer, and flag football leagues are the ... Directors, participating Tribes, and funding entities to ensure the success. Develop a strategic ...

YMCA

Soccer Coach

Shoreview, MN · On-site

$16.50/hr

Soccer Coaches | Multiple YMCA Locations | Evenings and weekends |$16.50 per hour The YMCA Sports ... This position reports to the Sports Director/Sr. Sports Coordinator who reports to the Executive ...

YMCA of the USA

Soccer Coach

Shoreview, MN · On-site

$16.50/hr

Description Soccer Coaches | Multiple YMCA Locations | Evenings and weekends |$16.50 per hour The ... This position reports to the Sports Director/Sr. Sports Coordinator who reports to the Executive ...

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How much do soccer executive directors jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for soccer executive directors in the United States is $142,683.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $108,500.00 and $160,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Soccer Executive Directors vs Soccer Program Managers?

AspectSoccer Executive DirectorsSoccer Program Managers
CredentialsTypically require a bachelor’s degree in sports management, business, or related field; often have leadership experienceRequire similar educational background; focus more on program coordination and management experience
Work EnvironmentOversee entire organization, strategic planning, and high-level decision makingManage specific programs or teams, implement policies, and coordinate daily activities
Employer & Industry UsageFound in sports organizations, leagues, and associationsCommon in clubs, youth programs, and community sports initiatives

Soccer Executive Directors focus on organizational leadership and strategic oversight, while Soccer Program Managers handle day-to-day program operations. Both roles require relevant credentials, but Executive Directors typically operate at a higher strategic level within soccer organizations.

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Infographic showing various Soccer Executive Directors job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 90% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $142,683 per year, or $68.6 per hour.

United Soccer Coaches Chief Executive Officer

Kansas City, KS • On-site

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Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Details
Posted: 10-Sep-26
Location: Kansas City, Missouri
Type:
Full-time
Level:
Experienced
Categories:
Executive
Executive - Executive Director
Position Title: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Organization: United Soccer Coaches
Reports To: Board of Directors
Governance Role: Ex-Officio Member, Board of Directors
About United Soccer CoachesFounded in 1941 and headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, United Soccer Coaches is the world's largest soccer coaches' organization. The association serves thousands of members across youth, scholastic, collegiate, and professional levels of the game. Dedicated to inspiring coaches and igniting a passion for the sport, United Soccer Coaches delivers nationwide coaching education courses, professional development clinics, advocacy programs, and hosts the premier annual United Soccer Coaches Convention.
Position SummaryThe Chief Executive Officer (CEO) leads United Soccer Coaches in the consistent achievement of its mission, strategic vision, and financial objectives. The CEO partners closely with the Board of Directors, provides executive leadership to staff, builds external partnerships, and drives sustainable revenue and programmatic growth across the soccer community domestically and internationally.
This is a remote position that requires occasional travel to our central office in Kansas City to provide on-site leadership and oversight of staff.
Key ResponsibilitiesStrategy & Business Development
  • Formulate, implement, and track long-range strategic plans to advance the organization's mission and goals.
  • Maintain a transparent relationship with the Board of Directors, reporting on financial, programmatic, and operational milestones.
  • Partner with the Board to recruit, cultivate, and engage a diverse, inclusive, and resource-generating governing body.
  • Maintain active thought leadership and industry knowledge to identify emerging trends and new business opportunities.
  • Build strategic partnerships in target markets and oversee revenue-generating activities to ensure long-term sustainability and healthy operating reserves.

Marketing, Communications & External Relations
  • Serve as the primary global spokesperson, advocate, and brand ambassador for United Soccer Coaches and its members.
  • Direct comprehensive communication strategies across web, social, publication, and event channels to enhance brand equity.
  • Foster collaborative working relationships with members, community groups, governing bodies, and external agencies.
  • Secure strategic commercial partnerships, sponsorships, and advertising agreements with endemic and non-endemic brands.

Staff Leadership & Organizational Culture
  • Recruit, retain, and mentor a high-performing, diverse management team and staff with clear succession plans in place.
  • Oversee human resources management, including role definitions, regular performance evaluations, and ongoing professional development.
  • Foster an inclusive, collaborative, and mission-aligned workplace culture across all departments.

Finance & Operational Administration
  • Ensure long-term financial health through rigorous budget monitoring, fiscal controls, and forward-looking financial forecasting.
  • Maintain overall operational integrity, compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and sound official records management.
  • Oversee the design, delivery, and evaluation of core programs, operational policies, and special strategic projects.

Philanthropy & Fundraising
  • Cultivate an organization-wide culture of philanthropy in coordination with the Board.
  • Develop structured fundraising campaigns, pursue grant funding, and secure financial resources for member aid, scholarships, and grants.

Required Qualifications & Competencies
  • Education & Experience: Advanced degree (or equivalent professional experience) alongside significant senior executive management experience.
  • Growth Leadership: Demonstrated success scaling a performance- and outcomes-based organization regionally or nationally.
  • Financial & Business Acumen: Strong fiscal management capabilities with an entrepreneurial, adaptable, and data-driven approach.
  • Governance Experience: Proven track record collaborating productively with a governing Board of Directors.
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Demonstrated commitment to advancing equity, addressing structural disparities, and fostering inclusive practices.
  • Communication & Negotiation: Persuasive, polished public speaker and coalition-builder capable of negotiating high-impact agreements and uniting diverse stakeholders.
  • Personal Attributes: High integrity, collaborative mindset, transparent leadership style, and genuine passion for the mission of soccer coaches and community development.

Interested candidates should send a letter of interest as well as a resume to hiring@unitedsoccercoaches.org . Applications will be accepted until Wednesday, September 23.

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