JOB TITLE: Academy Goalkeeper Coach
DEPARTMENT: Sporting
REPORTING TO: Technical Academy Director.
LOCATION: CFA New York (Orangeburg, NY) and St. John’s University (Queens, NY)
POSITION OVERVIEW:
New York City FC is seeking a dedicated and experienced Goalkeeper Coach to join our Academy staff. As our U12-U18 Goalkeeper coach, you will be responsible for the development of all of our U12-U18 Academy goalkeepers. This role will demand a high level of off-field expertise as well as a very strong ability to design, plan, and execute on-field sessions and build individual development plans while ensuring alignment with the overarching philosophy and playing style of NYCFC and City Football Group. This role will play a pivotal part in the development of goalkeepers within our academy, fostering their technical, tactical, physical, and mental growth.
Finally – you will also be part of the City select and scouting & recruitment of the new Goalkeepers for our incoming U12 team and any other team within the academy. Expect travelling days domestic and internationally.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
- Training and Development
- Design, plan and deliver daily goalkeeper-specific training sessions according to the clubs Philosophy and Style of play
- Create curriculum for the U12-18 goalkeepers in accordance with CFG visions and NYCFC Style of Play x goalkeeper training sessions with the playing style and principles of NYCFC.
- Managing the assessment of all U12-U14 GK’s in the Academy and provide detailed feedback to both the staff and the players.
- Utilize video analysis and modern coaching tools to enhance goalkeeper development and performance
- Securing that every Academy goalkeeper has a clear Individual Development Plan (IDP).
- Aid in on goalkeeper scouting/ recruitment within the Academy. This will include planning and implementing goalkeeper try-outs, clinics and camps as well as attending local and nationwide events.
- Matchday Responsibilities
- Leading U12-U18 Goalkeepers during matches and tournaments, including warm-ups and pre-game strategies for them.
- Support the PDP head coaches and technical staff in match preparation
- Provide in-game observations and adjustments to ensure goalkeeper development and performance.
- Collaboration and Integration
- Work closely with the NYCFC first and second team goalkeeper coaches to ensure continuity and alignment in goalkeeper development.
- Collaborate with the strength and conditioning team to design fitness programs tailored to goalkeeper needs.
- Coordinate with performance coaches and medical staff on load management and injury prevention.
- Administration and Reporting
- Maintain detailed records of goalkeeper performance, training attendance, and progress.
- Provide regular progress reports to the Technical Director
- Attend staff meetings, logistics meetings and other events as required by the club.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING:
- Strength in delivering tactically relevant on-field sessions
- Hold a relevant coaching license (e.g., UEFA B License, USSF B License, or equivalent) or a goalkeeper-specific coaching license is highly preferred
- Proven experience as a goalkeeper coach at the professional, collegiate, or elite youth level.
- Experience in combining practical on-field know how with off-field planning and assessment
- Ability to communicate effectively with players, staff, and other stakeholders.
- Passionate about player development with a commitment to NYCFC's values and philosophy.
- Collaboration with fellow coaches with a multidisciplinary approach
- A motivated growth mindset and life-long learner
- Strong work ethic
- Competency in using analysis software particularly Hudl/Sportscode
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Applicant must be able to comply with MLS Next Safety and Well-Being policy and any other applicable child safety policies provided to applicants by NYCFC
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as necessary
WHO YOU ARE:
- 3-5 years of youth goalkeeper coaching background/experience
- Strong teaching background
- Dual language English/Spanish is preferred
- Knowledge and know-how of Microsoft office
- Drivers license
COMPENSATION:
This exempt position has an estimated annual base salary of $72,000 and is not overtime eligible. Final compensation offer amounts are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to demonstrated skill set, years and depth of relevant experience, and some role-dependent factors such as certifications and software expertise. We welcome direct conversations with each candidate about compensation in all of our initial calls.
WHAT WE OFFER:
• Excellent health, dental & vision insurance, with options to fit you and your family’s needs
• Comprehensive and competitive benefit programs, including maternal & paternal leave
• Ancillary benefits: Commuter, pet insurance, gym membership, and Citi Bike discounts
• Your health is important! Our wellness strategy focuses on mental and physical wellbeing through in-office and virtual programs
• Four complementary tickets to every NYCFC home match
• Team outings, happy hours, and annual staff gatherings to celebrate our co-workers
• A dynamic, ambitious, and fun work environment
NEW YORK CITY FC:
At New York City FC (NYCFC), we are on a mission to build this City into one of the soccer capitals of the world. The Club was announced as Major League Soccer’s 20th franchise and is the first and only MLS team located within the five boroughs of New York City. The Club has qualified for the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs eight times over the last nine seasons, winning the MLS Cup in 2021. Games are broadcast through MLS Season Pass, the unprecedented subscription service from Apple and Major League Soccer that will have every match of the MLS regular season, Audi MLS Cup Playoffs, and Leagues Cup all in one place and with no blackouts. For more information, please visit: www.newyorkcityfc.com.
New York City FC is also one of 13 clubs comprising City Football Group and counts Manchester City FC, Melbourne City FC, Yokohama F-Marinos, Girona FC, Montevideo City Torque, Shenzhen Peng City FC, Mumbai City FC, Lommel SK, ESTAC Troyes, Palermo FC, Bahia, and Club Bolívar among its sister clubs.
We are 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.
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