Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $67,906.34 - $83,489.91
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional development opportunities
Job Description
The Chicago Stars FC is a prominent professional women’s soccer team competing in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL), based in Chicago, Illinois. As a vibrant and ambitious sports organization, the Chicago Stars FC is committed to excellence both on and off the field. The club fosters a strong connection with its local community, corporate partners, and fans, delivering electrifying match day experiences at SeatGeek Stadium and various venues. The organization's operations department plays a pivotal role in ensuring every event runs smoothly and meets the high standards of the club and its stakeholders.
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Job Requirements
- Minimum of 4-5 years of experience in operations and event planning
- Minimum of 2-3 years experience in a management role leading staff
- Bachelor’s degree in event planning, and/or sports management preferred
- Must be able to attend all Chicago Stars FC home matches
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Ability to coordinate multiple tasks, prioritize quickly, problem solve, and work collaboratively and professionally with colleagues, fans, athletes, and other stakeholders
- Knowledge in determining and coordinating logistical needs for large events, preferably in a large sports stadium or event venue
- Outstanding proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite with priority in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Proven job reliability, diligence, dedication, and attention to detail through the full life cycle of events
- Flexibility with working nights, weekends, and holidays including in an outdoor stadium environment
- Ability to lift, carry, and move items weighing up to 50 pounds
- Familiarity with the NWSL and soccer is desired
Job Qualifications
- Minimum of 4-5 years of experience in operations and event planning
- Minimum of 2-3 years experience in a management role leading staff
- Bachelor’s degree in Event Planning, and/or Sports Management preferred
- Must be able to attend all Chicago Stars FC home matches
- Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Ability to coordinate multiple tasks, prioritize quickly, problem solve, and work collaboratively with colleagues, fans, athletes, and stakeholders
- Knowledge in determining and coordinating logistical needs for large events, preferably in a large sports stadium or event venue
- Outstanding proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Proven job reliability, diligence, dedication, and attention to detail through the full life cycle of events
- Must be flexible with working nights, weekends, and holidays including in an outdoor stadium environment
- Must be able to lift, carry, and move items weighing up to 50 pounds
- Familiarity with NWSL and soccer desired
Job Duties
- Responsible for planning, production and logistics for all home matches
- Responsible for planning and production of special events
- Responsible for leading Event Operations staff in planning and execution of Chicago Stars internal events in service of community, corporate partnership, VIP, marketing and ticket sales departments
- Facilitate all match day planning, communication and coordination with appropriate venue stakeholders
- Liaison with the NWSL for execution of all match day policies and regulations
- Assist with ensuring adherence to CBA regulations for home matches
- Oversee production of all match day and event related documentation for external and internal stakeholders
- Assist in facilitating hospitality and special events for VIP/premium clients
- Collaborate with corporate partnership department to ensure execution of all match day contractual assets
- Assist with maintaining event operations budget
- Maintain accurate and complete files, records and other documents related to assigned responsibilities
- Lead and mentor Event Operations Manager and Event Operations Coordinator
- Other event operations duties as required
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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