The Director of Coaching will be responsible for bringing excellence onto the field of play by
developing and managing an elite, professional coaching team consistent with the long-term
goals and objectives set by the Club.

Section 1: Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years experience as a Dir. of Coaching or equivalent soccer
  leadership experience e.g. Academy Manager
• Proven coaching abilities including at least 5 years of coaching experience with
  elite travel teams ages 7 and up
• Developed understanding of club, academy and collegiate soccer system
• Minimum of 2 years experience working as a Director of Coaching within US
  youth soccer
• USSF B, UEFA B and above or equivalent

Section 2: Overall Responsibilities: The FIVE main areas of Director of Coaching oversight
include (but are not limited to):

1. Coach Development & Management

• Travel team coach recruitment, onboarding and team assignment
• Implement and monitor ongoing coach education & training program
• Provide seasonal coach observation & assessments
• Manage coach-related feedback
• Oversee coach communication

● Coach management/HR & coordination in according with our HC Policies
● Coach schedule management: planned / unplanned absence coverage

2. The Player Pathway

• Oversee player selection, placement and movement
• Manage player experience
• Liaise with College Pathway Officer to provide access to College Pathway

Program for HS-aged teams
3. Team Coordination

• League, Tournament and Showcase identification
• Parent communication and education
• Monitor team milestones

4. Curriculum Development & Implementation

• Ensure best practice for training and tactical progression according to our programs philosophy and curriculum.
• Oversee quality control practice and games

5. Practice Session and Game Day Management

• Attend practice sessions to ensure quality control
• Implement weekend game observation schedule

Section 3: General Schedule Summary

• Minimum of 3 week days in the HQ office, NYC and weekend field presence
• Game Day and Practice Session Observations to provide coach reviews that
  ensure program delivery is consistent with the Club’s Policy & Guidelines.
• Identify, interview, onboard and manage coaching team
• Provide training and education for Travel Team Coaches
• Enhance positive and cohesive “Club-first” culture across the team

Additional Requirements
Exceptional organizational and communication skills
Customer service oriented
Proficiency in Google G-Suite
Problem-solving skills
Experience in project management
Aptitude for effectively preparing and delivering presentations to large group(s)

We offer a competitive starting salary, excellent growth potential, outstanding benefits (health and
dental coverage, PTO allocation ), a very friendly work environment and the satisfaction of
developing a growing soccer program and impacting children who are passionate about soccer.

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