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.

Owned by AEG, the LA Galaxy are powered by teams who bring energy, creativity, and commitment to everything they do, from matchday operations and fan engagement to the work that happens behind the scenes. Every role plays a part in shaping the experience on and off the pitch and building a club that reflects the city it represents.

If you want to be part of a team where your work shows up live, in real time, and in front of passionate fans, there’s a place for you here. Because on matchday, it happens here.

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