Senior Manager of Executive & Member Communications

U.S. Soccer Overview 

The U.S. Soccer Federation exists in service to soccer. Our aim is to ignite a national passion for the game. Because we believe that soccer is more than a sport; it is a force for good.

We understand the importance and the power of teamwork, on and off the pitch. That is why we work closely with our Federation partners and members, to inspire, support and guide every level of the game: from the grassroots to the National Teams. We want to bring soccer into every home and every community, right across America. Because we believe that soccer can transform lives like no other sport. Soccer can represent the best of U.S.

U.S. Soccer is in a period of significant growth, with ambitions plans for U.S. Soccer in the near and far future. We are, therefore, looking for dynamic servant leaders to join us on this journey: in service to soccer. Applicants must be able to demonstrate visionary leadership, analytical decision-making, professional flexibility, and an empathic management style that builds bold teams and delivers globally significant results.

Position Description

The Senior Manager of Executive & Member Communications supports and executes enterprise-wide communications strategies in close partnership with the Vice President and Senior Director of Corporate Communications. This role is responsible for supporting and executing both internal and external communications initiatives for the Offices of the President and CEO and provides dedicated support to engage, inform, and align U.S. Soccer’s Federation membership. The ideal candidate is a proactive, relationship-driven communicator with experience navigating complex stakeholder environments and aligning messaging across internal teams and external audiences. Areas of focus include executive communications, member engagement, and cross-functional coordination that reflect U.S. Soccer’s strategic priorities and mission.

This role oversees the development of executive briefing materials, talking points, background documents, and presentations for public appearances, media engagements, and internal leadership communications. This role also reviews and maintains the executive communications calendar, ensuring timely and strategic support for internal events—such as quarterly town halls—and external functions, including board meetings, conventions, and public-facing appearances.

This position collaborates closely with departments across U.S. Soccer—particularly the Participation and Environments team—to craft and deliver clear, consistent, and timely communications to U.S. Soccer’s 116 Organization Members and broader stakeholder groups, including referees, coaches, and youth leaders and ensure these diverse audiences remain informed and engaged with leadership messaging and important initiative across the soccer ecosystem.

Success in this role requires strong cross-functional collaboration, the ability to synthesize complex information for diverse audiences, and a commitment to ensuring that U.S. Soccer’s internal communications infrastructure and external messaging are aligned and mission-driven.

Primary Responsibilities

• Execute enterprise-wide communications strategies in alignment with the VP and Senior Director of Corporate Communications.
• Develop and deliver internal and external messaging for the Offices of the President and CEO, including speeches, talking points, presentations, and background materials
• Manage the executive communications calendar, ensuring timely and strategic support for internal and external events (e.g., town halls, board meetings, conventions)
• Support internal alignment by partnering with departments—especially the Participation and Environments team—to keep staff, coaches, and referees informed and engaged
• Craft and distribute clear, consistent communications to U.S. Soccer’s 116 Organization Members and broader stakeholders, promoting engagement, education, and collaboration
• Ensure coordination of executive communications across internal teams and external audiences to reflect U.S. Soccer’s mission and strategic priorities
• Build and maintain strong relationships and collaborate cross-functionally to synthesize complex information for varied audiences, ensuring messaging consistency and clarity
• Contribute to the development of communications infrastructure that supports mission-driven internal and external engagement

Minimum Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in corporate communications, media relations, or a related field, ideally within sports, entertainment, or nonprofit sectors
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field; advanced degree a plus
• Strong understanding of the U.S. soccer ecosystem, including key stakeholders such as members, referees, coaches, and youth programs
• Proven experience supporting C-suite executives with briefing materials, talking points, presentations, and internal/external messaging
• Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills across a variety of formats (speeches, memos, social content, feature articles, etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive information and craft strategic responses in high-pressure or time-sensitive situations
• Experience coordinating communications for high-profile events, such as board meetings, conventions, and internal town halls
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to develop clear, consistent messaging across internal and external channels, aligned with organizational mission and voice
• Comfort working collaboratively across departments and building relationships at all levels of an organization
• Familiarity with developing communication plans that support mission-driven initiatives and stakeholder engagement
• Strategic thinker with attention to detail and a proactive, solutions-oriented approach
• Experience using measurement frameworks and communication metrics to assess effectiveness
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and travel as needed
• Spanish language proficiency is highly desirable
• Proven track record of developing engaging internal communications content across various channels
• General knowledge of soccer
• Must be able to connect “micro” details to the “macro” vision and mission
• Proficient experience with Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook)

Desired Qualifications

• Strategic hustle, initiative, and work ethic with diversity of thought
• Proactive and curious with a bias for both commercial action and brand values
• Able to think strategically and handle multiple projects
• Confidence without ego
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail

U.S. Soccer offers a comprehensive compensation package, casual work environment, an inclusive culture, and an atmosphere for professional development.

U.S. Soccer is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, military status, political belief, or any other characteristic protected under the law. This policy applies to all our employment practices within our organization. We strongly encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA, veterans, parents, and persons with disabilities to apply.