Lead Academy Goalkeeper Coach (U15-U18)

Job Title: Lead Academy Goalkeeper (GK) Coach - U15 through U18 (pre-pro)

Department: FCC Academy

Reports To: Director of Player Development (DPD), Director of Goalkeeping

Job Summary

As the Lead Academy Goalkeeping Coach (pre-pro) with FC Cincinnati, you are responsible for coaching and developing the U15 through U18 Academy goalkeepers in alignment with the FCC Goalkeeper philosophy. You will be leading the daily training sessions, video sessions and responsible for monitoring the pre-pro academy goalkeepers at MHTC. In addition, this role will include scouting & recruitment of all age band goalkeepers for FCC and liaise with fellow FCC goalkeeper coaches to ensure continuity of player development from the Academy through to the 1st Team.

What You’ll Do:

• Design Academy goalkeeper periodization and training plans for the pre-pro goalkeepers based on the club’s goalkeeping curriculum
• Lead pre-pro Academy goalkeepers during all training sessions and games while documenting training sessions and individual development plans
• Integrate goalkeeper development to align with all academy team functions
• Analyze training/game sessions and create video reviews for goalkeepers and coaches
• Create scouting reports for your academy goalkeepers
• Work with Academy Head Coaches to create GK specific pre-game objectives for team presentations prior to all matches
• Contribute to discussions of goalkeeper retention and release at the end of their contracts or when deemed appropriate
• Aid in goalkeeper scouting/recruitment within the Academy, including planning and implementing national goalkeeper ID events.

What You’ll Need:

• USSF B License preferred
• Goalkeeping License preferred
• 4+ years of elite youth goalkeeper coaching experience or pro goalkeeper coaching experience
• Knowledge of Microsoft office and MacOS
• Ability to travel to away games and annual events/showcases
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Must have reliable means of transportation to and from MHTC and all matches
• Ability to work outside of regular business hours including but not limited to nights, weekends and holidays as required by the FCC game schedule, special events, and projects

 What You’ll Bring:

• Commitment to the player development process
• Knowledge of the current youth goalkeeping pool throughout the US
• Knowledge of MLS goalkeeping
• An understanding of working in a professional soccer environment
• Experience in combining practical on-field knowledge with off-field planning and assessment
• Collaborative mindset to achieve a multidisciplinary approach with fellow coaches
• Ability to assist with head coaches if needed in sessions
• High level of on-field expertise and strong ability to design, plan, and execute several off-field projects
• A life-long learner with a growth mindset
• Proven leadership and communication skills and strong work ethic
• Competency in using analysis software particularly Hudl/Sportscode, in-play, angles

Why You’ll Love FCC:

• Generous paid time off and holiday time
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401k plan with company match
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Maternity & Paternity Leave and Family Building Benefit
• Employee Assistance Program and free subscription to the Calm App
• Discount off merchandise in the FCC team store
• Community volunteer opportunities
• Professional development and Frequent team building opportunities
• Employee recognition programs and referral programs
• Opportunity for complimentary staff tickets to home FC Cincinnati matches

 

About FCC

Founded in 2015, FC Cincinnati is a Major League Soccer team based in Cincinnati, Ohio. After achieving significant growth and success in the United Soccer League, the team joined MLS in 2019. FCC won the 2023 Supporters’ Shield – the annual award given to the team with the most points in the regular season – and clinched a spot in the 2023 MLS Playoffs for the second straight year. With a diverse ownership group with strong ties to Cincinnati, the club strives to unite the community both on and off the pitch through FCC Foundation, and its dedication to improving the lives of children through soccer and those in the West End Community . FC Cincinnati are committed to ongoing growth and recognizing the vital importance of company culture. The club’s DNA code, created by the staff for the staff, is actively implemented every day. FCC have been recognized locally and nationally as one of Sports Business Journal’s Best Places to Work in Sports 2023, named to the Honor List as one of “75 Great Sports Companies to Call Home.”; on the Business Courier’s Fast 55 as one of Greater Cincinnati’s fastest growing private companies; and named to The Enquirer’s Top Workplaces 2024.

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FC Cincinnati is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.