U.S. Soccer Overview

The U.S. Soccer Federation exists in service to soccer. Our aim is to ignite a national passion for the game. Because we believe that soccer is more than a sport; it is a force for good.

We understand the importance and the power of teamwork, on and off the pitch. That is why we work closely with our Federation partners and members, to inspire, support and guide every level of the game: from the grassroots to the National Teams. We want to bring soccer into every home and every community, right across America. Because we believe that soccer can transform lives like no other sport. Soccer can represent the best of U.S.

U.S. Soccer is in a period of significant growth, with ambitious plans for U.S. Soccer in the near and far future. We are, therefore, looking for dynamic servant leaders to join us on this journey: in service to soccer. Applicants must be able to demonstrate visionary leadership, analytical decision-making, professional flexibility, and an empathic management style that builds bold teams and delivers globally significant results.

Position Description

Reporting directly to the Head of Goalkeeping, the YNT Goalkeeper Coach will be responsible for educating, equipping, and developing our top talents through age-appropriate, skill-building approaches with the goal of grooming players to play for our Senior National Teams. They will also play a role in Goalkeeper Education through delivering courses, club coach visits and collaborating with the Education department to develop courses and educational opportunities. This role requires the implementation of coaching expertise, excellent in-person and remote communication skills, and collaboration with peers in identifying, selecting, developing, and transitioning talents through the player pathway.

Primary Responsibilities

• Reports to the Head of Goalkeeping

NATIONAL TEAMS (50%)

• Collaborates with the MYNT and WYNT Heads of Development (Technical & Leadership), MYNT and WYNT Head Coaches and Technical staff to create the best aligned environment for our players within US Soccer set structure and processes (THE U.S. WAY)
• Serves as the YNT Goalkeeper Coach across U15-U17 Youth National Teams as needed
• Works to support and lead a high-performance environment for the Men’s and Women’s Youth National Teams
• Oversee the individual development and performance environment for goalkeepers
• Creates the conditions for an optimal on and off-the-field performance for players
• Commits to delivering consistently to players the vision, mission, and objectives of U.S. Soccer and the overarching sporting strategy
• Ability to align and deliver the USSF Player Development Philosophy – The U.S. WAY language (cultural anchors, performance anchors, game model, methodology, etc.)
• Delivers the US Player pathway document outlining our areas of focus for all ages and stages of the program
• Works collaboratively with the Talent ID department to identify, report, record, and select high potential players across the pathway
• Contributes to the overall talent identification audit process providing outstanding player insights to support the player decision process of player selection
• Develops and manages the U14 Talent ID Process for goalkeeping
• Develops and manages the Goalkeeper Camps for all ages across the MYNT and WYNT
• Responsible for the international development of elite soccer players of our country
• Ensures all national team goalkeepers within their care have an up to date and robust IDP
• Delivers with excellence and in line with the “plan, perform, reflect, refine” model
• Engages in the process of robust post-camp reviews with the Heads of Development (Technical & Leadership) and Head of Goalkeeping and adopts the personal development plan accordingly
• Drives a culture of building outstanding players, staff, and club relationship
• Supports the US Soccer club engagement program with regular strategic club and player in-club visits

EDUCATION (50%)

• Collaborates with the Director of Coaching Education and works closely with Goalkeeper Education Technical Lead and staff.
• Upon request of the Director of Coaching Education or GK Technical Lead and Head of Goalkeeping, contribute to the US Soccer Coaching Education Programs
• Curriculum Development: collaborate in the design and development of course curriculum ensuring content is modern, evidence-based, and aligned with the best practices in coaching education.
• Maintain high educational standards across both online and in person course formats through Educator training, course evaluations, and collaboration with the Coach Education Department.
• Collaborate with internal departments to develop and implement initiatives that improves accessibility for aspiring coaches across the country

Minimum Qualifications

• USSF “B” License or higher (or comparable Qualification) or working towards
• Minimum of a GK B License from any recognized Confederation or working towards
• Coaching experience within elite youth development
• Passion for working with and the developing young players
• Proven history of developing the individual player
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills to manage and lead self and others
• Capable of working in fast-paced and demanding environments
• Excellent written and verbal communication combined with a professional demeanor
• Must be able to connect “micro” details to the “macro” vision and mission
• Proficient experience with Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook), Video Editing and digital course content development tools
• Understands child development and maturation
• A passion for and knowledge of talent identification
• Possesses a growth mindset
• Has the ability to work as part of a wider coaching team influencing coaching within the US Soccer landscape
• Able and willing to work non-traditional hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed
• Experience in project management, leading staff, and collaborating across departments to execute strategic initiatives
• Willing to relocate once National Training Facility is established in Atlanta

Desired Qualifications

• USSF “A” License or higher (or comparable UEFA A) or working towards
• GK A License from any recognized Confederation
• Bilingual (English and Spanish)
• Coaching education and curriculum design experience
• Thorough institutional knowledge of U.S. Soccer’s mission, goals, technical plan, policies, practices, and procedures