Hiring: Chief of Staff Company: Columbus Crew Location: Columbus, OH Job Posted Time: 2026-09-09 17:56:50 Employment Type: Full-time Target Skills & Keywords: Strategic Planning, Executive Support, Cross-Functional Coordination, Project Management, OKRs & KPIs, AI Implementation, Budget Oversight, Stakeholder Engagement, NWSL Expansion, Professional Soccer Operations, Executive Communications, Organizational Readiness Experience: - 10+ years of experience in professional soccer or the sports industry - Demonstrated success supporting senior executives, leading cross-functional projects, and executing strategic initiatives - Experience within MLS, NWSL, U.S. Soccer, FIFA, CONCACAF, or other professional sports organizations (preferred) - Experience supporting club launches, expansion projects, or major organizational initiatives (preferred) - Experience in women's sports through playing, coaching, administration, league operations, club management, or related leadership roles (preferred) - Previous experience in a Chief of Staff, Strategy, Operations, Consulting, or Executive Leadership support role (preferred) Required Skills: - Strong organizational, project management, communication, and relationship-building skills - Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and familiarity with AI tools, including Claude and ChatGPT - Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and influence stakeholders across departments - High level of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail - Willingness to travel as required - Familiarity with professional soccer operations, player recruitment, and roster construction (preferred) - Strong understanding of the North American men's, women's, and global soccer landscape (preferred) Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred - Serve as a trusted advisor and thought partner to the President of Soccer on organizational matters, strategic initiatives, and executive decision-making - Drive alignment across technical, performance, academy, operations, and administrative functions - Establish organizational OKRs, KPIs, and reporting frameworks - Coordinate quarterly sporting reviews and strategic planning sessions - Prepare executive presentations, ownership materials, board presentations, and strategic reports - Oversee the implementation of AI to improve workplace efficiency - Lead special projects and cross-functional initiatives - Manage priorities, meetings, action items, key events, and follow-up processes for the President of Soccer - Review departmental budgetary goals with finance and review expense requests - Coordinate weekly communication, planning, and alignment across leadership teams of the Columbus Crew and NWSL club - Serve as a key liaison with MLS, NWSL, U.S. Soccer, and other soccer stakeholders - Support the launch of HSG's NWSL expansion club ahead of its inaugural season in 2028 Compensation: Not specified Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don’t miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!