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The Golden State Storm is the Bay Area's premier professional women's football team, competing in tackle and flag football as part of the Women’s National Football Conference (WNFC), the fastest-growing women’s football league globally. Based in Northern California, the Storm stands for empowerment, equity, and excellence, creating opportunities for women and girls in football. Rooted in a region known for building dynasties, the team is committed to advancing the sport and fostering a culture of sisterhood and innovation. The Golden State Storm’s mission is to inspire confidence and drive forward a movement for equal opportunities in sports.

The Golden State Storm, the Bay Area's premier professional women's football team competing in the Women's National Football Conference (WNFC) in both tackle and flag, seeks a visionary and results-driven individual for our staff.

Location: San Francisco / Oakland / Bay Area Commitment: Volunteer | Senior Leadership Role Reports to: Ownership / General Manager

As the Golden State Storm solidifies its position within the WNFC, we are seeking a Director of Football Operations to serve as the primary architect of our tackle football program. This is a high-level leadership role with overall responsibility for the team’s infrastructure. You will bridge the gap between the front office, the coaching staff, and the league, ensuring that the football side of the organization operates with professional excellence and fiscal responsibility.

• Program Leadership: Provide comprehensive oversight for the tackle football team, ensuring all operational facets align with the Storm’s mission and WNFC standards.
• Roster Development: Lead the strategic management of the roster, working closely with coaches on player acquisition, retention, and depth chart stability.
• League Liaison: Serve as the primary point of contact for WNFC league officials and management regarding compliance, scheduling, and league-wide initiatives.
• Operations & Logistics: Direct all game-day operations and travel coordination, ensuring seamless execution for both home and away contests.
• Financial Stewardship: Manage the tackle program budget, including the facilitation and approval of all orders for football gear, uniforms, and specialized equipment.
• Cross-Functional Management: Oversee the coordination of equipment management and support staff to ensure players and coaches have the necessary resources for peak performance.

• Proven experience in sports administration, football operations, or high-level project management.
• Strong financial acumen and experience managing budgets.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to negotiate with vendors and interface with league executives.
• Strategic thinker capable of managing complex logistics in a fast-paced environment.
• Deep knowledge of (or passion for) the landscape of women's professional football.

• Senior-level leadership experience within a premier professional sports league.
• All travel and operational expenses covered.
• Full access to home games and exclusive team-issued apparel.
• The opportunity to directly influence the growth and success of women’s tackle football in the Bay Area.

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