Director, Football Operations (Youth)
The Masons Group, Warrington, Pennsylvania, United States, 18976
Sr Director, Football Operations (Youth Sports)
Youth Sports Organization | Full-Time | Hybrid (Work From Home + Regional Travel)
Must live within driving distance of Bucks County & Montgomery County, PA
Reports to: CEO
We are seeking a
high-energy, hands-on Senior Director of Football Operations
to lead and scale all Flag Football programming for a fast-growing youth sports organization. This newly created senior leadership role is designed for a proven operator who excels in multi-site sports management, program development, and high-volume operations.
This role, with the help of the existing staff act as the primary operational leader for all Football programs across multiple regional locations. You will drive program performance, operational consistency, staff leadership, customer satisfaction, and sustainable growth, while ensuring a top-tier experience for athletes, families, coaches, and volunteers.
This is a
physical, hands-on leadership role , ideal for someone who thrives in the field, leads by example, and enjoys being actively involved in
game-day operations, field setup, equipment management, and on-site leadership .
Work Model & Schedule Hybrid work-from-home with regular regional travel Frequent on-site presence during league operations, tournaments, training sessions, and special events Evening and weekend availability required during active seasons Must be comfortable with physical tasks, including field setup, equipment transport, and on-site operational support Qualifications
7+ years of experience in
youth sports leadership, multi-site operations, or program management Proven
team leadership
and staff development experience Strong
operational, strategic, and financial acumen Comfortable with
hands-on, physical work
in outdoor sports environments Availability for evenings and weekends during active seasons Preferred, not required
Experience
scaling youth sports programs Background in
football, flag football, or field-based sports Experience in both
nonprofit and for-profit
environments Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Organizational Growth
Lead the
vision, strategy, and execution
for all Football programs Align program initiatives with the organization's
long-term growth strategy Develop
seasonal and annual operating plans , including expansion into new markets Operational Excellence & Program Delivery
Oversee
registration, scheduling, staffing, logistics, equipment, and game-day execution Ensure
on-time season launches , full staffing, and consistent program standards Build and optimize
SOPs, workflows, systems, and operational infrastructure Team Leadership & Talent Development
Manage and mentor
Directors, Site Leads, referees, and operational staff Recruit, train, and retain high-performing leaders and volunteers Foster a culture of
accountability, communication, and continuous improvement Coach, Volunteer & Staff Experience
Assist on
recruitment, onboarding, and retention
processes Support leaders with
training, performance management, and conflict resolution Athlete & Family Experience
Own the
end-to-end customer experience
for athletes and parents Resolve escalated issues with professionalism and fairness Drive
retention, satisfaction, and brand reputation Growth, Innovation & Expansion
Help evaluate and support
new locations, partnerships, and program offerings Build scalable systems that support growth without compromising quality Technology & Tools
Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Drive, Calendar, Gmail) Microsoft Excel or Google Doc's (data tracking, reporting) Communication platforms (Slack, Email, Teams, text-based team apps) Sports & League Management Platforms
Experience with any of the following (or similar) is a strong plus:
LeagueApps SportsEngine TeamSnap Stack Sports / Stack Team App PlayMetrics Crossbar ArbiterSports GameChanger Hudl Operational & On-Field Technology
Mobile check-in and scheduling apps Digital scoring tools Equipment or inventory tracking apps Ability to manage spreadsheets, dashboards, Comfortable using technology to streamline workflows and improve program efficiency Candidates with the following titles or backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply:
Director of Sports Operations Athletic Director Sports Program Director Regional Operations Manager General Manager (Sports or Recreation) Youth Sports League Director Recreation Director / Recreation Manager Sports Facility Manager Director of Coaching Football Program Coordinator Sports Event Manager Camp Director / Program Director Parks & Recreation Leader Sports Performance Manager Club Sports Director Multi-Site Operations Supervisor Sports Development Manager
Youth Sports Organization | Full-Time | Hybrid (Work From Home + Regional Travel)
Must live within driving distance of Bucks County & Montgomery County, PA
Reports to: CEO
We are seeking a
high-energy, hands-on Senior Director of Football Operations
to lead and scale all Flag Football programming for a fast-growing youth sports organization. This newly created senior leadership role is designed for a proven operator who excels in multi-site sports management, program development, and high-volume operations.
This role, with the help of the existing staff act as the primary operational leader for all Football programs across multiple regional locations. You will drive program performance, operational consistency, staff leadership, customer satisfaction, and sustainable growth, while ensuring a top-tier experience for athletes, families, coaches, and volunteers.
This is a
physical, hands-on leadership role , ideal for someone who thrives in the field, leads by example, and enjoys being actively involved in
game-day operations, field setup, equipment management, and on-site leadership .
Work Model & Schedule Hybrid work-from-home with regular regional travel Frequent on-site presence during league operations, tournaments, training sessions, and special events Evening and weekend availability required during active seasons Must be comfortable with physical tasks, including field setup, equipment transport, and on-site operational support Qualifications
7+ years of experience in
youth sports leadership, multi-site operations, or program management Proven
team leadership
and staff development experience Strong
operational, strategic, and financial acumen Comfortable with
hands-on, physical work
in outdoor sports environments Availability for evenings and weekends during active seasons Preferred, not required
Experience
scaling youth sports programs Background in
football, flag football, or field-based sports Experience in both
nonprofit and for-profit
environments Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Organizational Growth
Lead the
vision, strategy, and execution
for all Football programs Align program initiatives with the organization's
long-term growth strategy Develop
seasonal and annual operating plans , including expansion into new markets Operational Excellence & Program Delivery
Oversee
registration, scheduling, staffing, logistics, equipment, and game-day execution Ensure
on-time season launches , full staffing, and consistent program standards Build and optimize
SOPs, workflows, systems, and operational infrastructure Team Leadership & Talent Development
Manage and mentor
Directors, Site Leads, referees, and operational staff Recruit, train, and retain high-performing leaders and volunteers Foster a culture of
accountability, communication, and continuous improvement Coach, Volunteer & Staff Experience
Assist on
recruitment, onboarding, and retention
processes Support leaders with
training, performance management, and conflict resolution Athlete & Family Experience
Own the
end-to-end customer experience
for athletes and parents Resolve escalated issues with professionalism and fairness Drive
retention, satisfaction, and brand reputation Growth, Innovation & Expansion
Help evaluate and support
new locations, partnerships, and program offerings Build scalable systems that support growth without compromising quality Technology & Tools
Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Drive, Calendar, Gmail) Microsoft Excel or Google Doc's (data tracking, reporting) Communication platforms (Slack, Email, Teams, text-based team apps) Sports & League Management Platforms
Experience with any of the following (or similar) is a strong plus:
LeagueApps SportsEngine TeamSnap Stack Sports / Stack Team App PlayMetrics Crossbar ArbiterSports GameChanger Hudl Operational & On-Field Technology
Mobile check-in and scheduling apps Digital scoring tools Equipment or inventory tracking apps Ability to manage spreadsheets, dashboards, Comfortable using technology to streamline workflows and improve program efficiency Candidates with the following titles or backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply:
Director of Sports Operations Athletic Director Sports Program Director Regional Operations Manager General Manager (Sports or Recreation) Youth Sports League Director Recreation Director / Recreation Manager Sports Facility Manager Director of Coaching Football Program Coordinator Sports Event Manager Camp Director / Program Director Parks & Recreation Leader Sports Performance Manager Club Sports Director Multi-Site Operations Supervisor Sports Development Manager