Assistant Coordinator

Location: Portland

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Training & development

Portland Lil’ Kickers is looking for high-energy Assistant Coordinators / Lead Coaches who can both coach and help run the daily operations of our program. This role is designed for someone who thrives in a fast-paced soccer setting, enjoys working with children of all ages, and wants to help shape both the culture and consistency of our programs.

This is a hybrid coaching + operations role with a strong presence on the field and in daily program execution.

Please note we are not hiring seasonal employees, applicants should be local to the Portland, OR area and able to work beyond the summer season.

Role Overview
Assistant Coordinators/Lead Coaches are responsible for:

• Coaching weekday morning and afternoon classes
• Supporting daily program operations and communication
• Helping manage free trial customers, include pre and post class phone/email communication
• Assisting with coach check-ins and team development
• Leading brief daily training or staff huddles
• Supporting weekend programming and front desk flow when scheduled

We Offer

• League Team Credit (eligible after probationary period)
• Free Membership
• Employee Discounts on programming
• Competitive Wages
• Flexible scheduling
• Additional benefits and perks!
• Free beverages and concession discounts

Company Overview:
Our business provides recreational services for children as young as 18 months to 12 years old. We do this through a child development approach and a variety of activities and programming through classes, leagues, camps, and party/events.

What Makes This Role Unique
This is not a traditional coaching-only position.
You will:

• Be part of the daily leadership of a growing our Lil’ Kickers program
• Help shape how players experience our program
• Work closely with staff to improve coaching quality and consistency
• Have a direct impact on player retention and program growth
• Be trusted with both on-field coaching and off-field operations

Ideal Candidate
We’re looking for someone who:

• Enjoys working in a fast-paced, team-driven environment
• Is organized, proactive, and communicative
• Can balance coaching with light administrative responsibilities
• Brings energy, consistency, and accountability to every shift
• Wants to grow into a leadership role

Schedule Summary
For both our Southeast Portland and Beaverton locations, we are hiring a:

• Sunday–Wednesday Lead
• Wednesday–Saturday Lead

Weekday shifts: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM (with lunch break)
Weekend shift rotation (7:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
Wednesday shared leadership + weekly team meeting