**Location: Vancouver, Washington**
FC Salmon Creek is seeking an organized, enthusiastic, and community-focused **Recreational Soccer Chair** to oversee our recreational soccer program and help create a positive experience for players, coaches, and families throughout our community.
This position is an opportunity to play a meaningful role in the continued growth of one of Southwest Washington’s longstanding youth soccer clubs.
## About FC Salmon Creek
FC Salmon Creek is a community-based youth soccer club serving families throughout Vancouver, Salmon Creek, and the greater Clark County area.
With nearly 50 years of history, our club has remained committed to providing accessible, affordable, and enjoyable soccer opportunities for local youth.
Our recreational program serves as the foundation of the club, introducing young players to the game, developing fundamental skills, and fostering a lifelong love of soccer.
We believe recreational soccer should be welcoming, well-organized, and focused on player development, sportsmanship, teamwork, and fun.
As our club continues to grow, we are seeking a dedicated leader to strengthen our recreational program and ensure a great experience for every family involved.
## About the Position
The Recreational Soccer Chair will oversee the organization, administration, and ongoing development of FC Salmon Creek’s recreational soccer program.
Working alongside club leadership, coaches, volunteers, and families, this individual will help ensure the program operates efficiently while maintaining a welcoming, player-first environment.
### Key Responsibilities
– Oversee seasonal recreational soccer operations, including spring and fall programs.
– Coordinate player registration, team formation, and age-group organization.
– Recruit, organize, and support volunteer coaches and team managers.
– Work with club leadership to coordinate practice schedules, field assignments, and game schedules.
– Serve as a primary point of contact for recreational coaches and families.
– Help resolve questions and concerns from parents, coaches, and participants.
– Collaborate with the Director of Coaching to provide resources, guidance, and development opportunities for volunteer coaches.
– Assist with player recruitment, community outreach, and initiatives to grow recreational participation.
– Maintain clear communication with families regarding schedules, expectations, and important club updates.
– Identify opportunities to improve program organization, accessibility, and the overall player experience.
## Qualifications & Experience
We are looking for someone who combines strong organizational abilities with an appreciation for youth sports and community involvement.
**Ideal candidates will demonstrate:**
– Experience organizing, coaching, or administering youth sports programs.
– Familiarity with recreational youth soccer and age-appropriate player development.
– Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
– Experience coordinating volunteers, schedules, or community programs.
– The ability to manage multiple responsibilities during busy registration and playing seasons.
– A positive, collaborative approach to working with parents, coaches, and club leadership.
– A commitment to creating an inclusive and enjoyable environment for players of all skill levels.
**Local Experience Preferred**
Candidates with experience in the Clark County, Southwest Washington, or greater Portland-area youth soccer community are strongly encouraged to apply.
Knowledge of local recreational leagues, schools, community organizations, and youth sports programs will be especially valuable.
Previous recreational soccer administration or club leadership experience is beneficial, but candidates with relevant organizational and community leadership experience are also encouraged to apply.
## Help Build the Future of Recreational Soccer
For many young athletes, recreational soccer is their first introduction to organized sports.
The Recreational Soccer Chair plays an important role in making that first experience a positive one.
We are seeking someone who understands that success in recreational soccer isn’t measured solely by wins and losses, but by participation, development, enjoyment, and the desire to return season after season.
This is an opportunity to help FC Salmon Creek strengthen its community roots, welcome new families, and continue providing quality youth soccer experiences for the next generation.
## How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume or brief summary of relevant experience, along with an introduction explaining their interest in the position and their connection to youth sports or the local community.
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**FC Salmon Creek — Developing Players. Building Community.**