Director, Football Operations (Youth)
The Masons Group, Warrington, PA, United States
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. The successful candidate will serve as the primary operational leader for all Football programs across multiple regional locations, driving 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 Docs (data tracking, reporting)
Communication platforms (Slack, Email, Teams, text-based team apps)
Sports & League Management Platforms
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
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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. The successful candidate will serve as the primary operational leader for all Football programs across multiple regional locations, driving 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 Docs (data tracking, reporting)
Communication platforms (Slack, Email, Teams, text-based team apps)
Sports & League Management Platforms
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
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