Director, Sports Medicine

The posting, as Nwsl wrote it

The National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) is one of the fastest-growing professional sports leagues in the U.S., powered by 16 clubs and a deep roster of the world’s best players, and built on record-shattering fan, media and commercial growth. Now in its 14th season, the league’s momentum continues to accelerate, with viewership and attendance numbers growing rapidly, social media fandom on the rise, team valuations massively increasing and new top sponsors investing in the NWSL brand. This unprecedented growth in audience, media reach, and franchise value reflects the NWSL’s expanding fan base and increasing dominance in the sports-media landscape and popular culture.

The future of the NWSL is now — and we’re looking for world-class talent like you to help us continue the momentum.

The Role
The Director of Sports Medicine leads league-wide sports medicine administration, medical operations, and the implementation of policies and programs that support player health and safety across the League and its member clubs. This role helps ensure consistent implementation of league operating manuals including the Medical Manual, league policies, workers compensation and insurance processes, and the NWSL Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
As an integral member of the Sporting team, the Director will work with League Medical consultants including the Chief Medical Officer (CMO), club medical staff, the NWSL Players Association (NWSLPA), U.S. Soccer, relevant competition organizers, and medical and professional organizations. The Director serves as a key operational leader between the league office and the delivery of medical care at the Club level. The role emphasizes strong leadership, subject matter expertise, and sound judgement and communication skills across a varied and broad ecosystem.

What You Will Own, Drive, & Contribute To
League Medical Manual, CBA Compliance and Related Medical Policies

• Lead the development, annual review, implementation and administration of the NWSL Medical Manual and related medical policies and protocols.
• Oversee the implementation of and compliance with the NWSL/NWSLPA CBA medical provisions, including requirements related to healthcare delivery, player medical rights including second-opinion, and mental health support.
• Oversee administration and management of the NWSL Concussion Protocol and Medical Spotter Review (MSR) system, including case review, documentation, follow-up and identification of opportunities for education and quality improvement.
• Support league-wide efforts as they relate to the inclusion of policies and practice regarding performance and female-specific health needs including reproductive and menstrual health, pregnancy, lactation, and postpartum return-to-participation.

League-Wide Injury and Illness Reporting and Surveillance

• Contribute to League-wide injury and illness reporting and surveillance operations, including mandatory documentation requirements and data-quality

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• Professional qualification/s and current certification/licensure in Athletic Training (LAT/ATC) and/or Physical Therapy (DPT/PT) .
• Experience in women’s soccer, at the collegiate, professional, or national/ international level.
• Experience with sports medicine research particularly in athlete health and performance.

Our Investment in You
In addition to working in an incredible, inclusive, and committed-to-diversity culture, we offer:

• Competitive Compensation: $125,000 - $155,000 (Salary is contingent upon candidate qualifications and functional business needs).
• Time & Flexibility: Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO), sick days, and an end-of-year office closure.
• Hybrid Work Model: Three days in-office and two remote days per week.
• Robust Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Mental Health benefits for employees and dependents.
• Financial Future: 401k with employer match and safe harbor contributions.
• Comprehensive Benefits & Perks: Commuter Benefits, Short/Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Gym On-Site, Voluntary Pet Insurance, and more!

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
The NWSL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We celebrate diversity and are deeply committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees. All employment decisions—including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, compensation, and termination—are made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, you may contact us at careers@nwslsoccer.com .