Program Operations Coordinator

LA Galaxy is where soccer, culture, and community come together. As one of Major League Soccer’s most storied clubs, the Galaxy deliver unforgettable matchdays and moments that connect fans across Los Angeles and beyond.

Job Summary

The Program Operations Coordinator plays a hands-on role in the delivery, quality, and growth of LA Galaxy Youth soccer programs, combining strong soccer knowledge with the operational skills needed to create organized, engaging experiences for players, families, and coaches. Supporting Galaxy Juniors, Skills Training, Grassroots, Camps, and the Galaxy Discovery Program, this position works on-site and serves as a key resource for coaches, participants, and families. The Coordinator supports assigned program processes and initiatives, while contributing to coach development, program operations, local marketing and outreach, and the identification of opportunities for new or expanded programming that expand the LA Galaxy pathway, community impact, and long term program growth across Southern California.

Essential Functions

• Facilitate the on-site execution of assigned youth programs by preparing spaces, coordinating setup and teardown, organizing equipment and materials, supporting staff readiness, managing participant check-in, and ensuring the site is prepared for a successful program experience.
• Create a welcoming and professional experience for players and families by serving as a visible LA Galaxy representative, responding to questions and concerns, addressing day-to-day participant needs, and helping resolve issues with care and efficiency.
• Assist with coach development through on-site observations, constructive feedback, regular communication, and follow-up on coaching needs, and escalating performance or development concerns.
• Support operational processes including registration information, program communications, administrative tasks, program materials, and other systems that support efficient program delivery.
• Coordinate marketing and outreach efforts by helping promote youth programming, providing program information and resources, and identifying opportunities to increase awareness, enrollment, and participation.
• Research and evaluate potential locations for new or expanded youth programming by considering facility suitability, community access, program demand, and operational requirements, and share recommendations with the Department Leadership.
• Contribute to program equipment and inventory by preparing supplies in advance, maintaining organized storage and distribution processes, monitoring inventory levels, and identifying replenishment, replacement, or other operational needs.
• Collaborate with the Programming team on new program ideation, development, and execution to assist with pathway expansion, increased participation, brand awareness, and revenue growth.
• Perform other programming department duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or its equivalency (BA/BS Degree Preferred)
• 2-4 years Related work experience
• Coaching and event related work experience preferred
• Commitment to the mission, vision and core values of the LA Galaxy
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work assignments in a fast paced environment
• Ability to be a clear thinker, analyze and resolve problems, exercising good judgement
• Ability to work cooperatively and professionally with other departments
• Experience with working with youth (ages 1.5-16)
• Knowledge of youth soccer landscape in Southern California
• Proficient in account management database systems and ability to learn required business systems
• Excellent Customer Service Skills
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Excel and Outlook
• Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills
• Highly motivated, with a positive attitude
• Detail oriented and ability to work independently
• Fluency in Spanish preferred

Payscale: $21.27 - $25.00

Bonus: This position is not eligible for a bonus under the current bonus plan requirements.

Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: medical, dental and vision insurance, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, company paid basic life insurance, voluntary life insurance, parental leave, 401k Plan (with a current employer match of 3%), flexible spending and health savings account options, and wellness offerings.

AEG reserves the right to change or modify the employee’s job description whether orally or in writing, at any time during the employment relationship.  AEG may require an employee to perform duties outside their normal description.

AEG's policy is to hire the most qualified applicants, and we comply with all applicable federal, state and local employment laws in making hiring and employee decisions.  We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, marital status, disability, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status recognized by applicable federal, state or local law.

Employer does not offer work visa sponsorship for this position.