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’s 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 US.
U.S. Soccer is in a period of significant growth, with ambitions plans for US 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 Men’s Head of Development Teams, the U18 MYNT Head 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. 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 MYNT Head of Development
- Collaborates with the MYNT Head of Development (Technical & Leadership) to create the best aligned environment for our players within US Soccer set structure and processes (THE U.S. WAY)
- Serves as the Head Coach of the U18 Men’s Youth National Team (MYNT) and may assist other Youth National Teams as needed
- Works to support and lead a high-performance environment for the Men’s Youth National Teams
- Oversees the individual development and performance environment for players and staff
- Creates the conditions for an optimal on and off-the-field performance for players, coaches, and staff
- Commits to delivering consistently to players and staff 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, ….)
- 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 (build depth charts), 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
- Responsible for the international development of elite soccer players of our country
- Ensures all national team players 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 M-YNT Head of Development (Technical & Leadership) and adopts the personal development plan accordingly
- Leads the process of robust post-camp reviews for staff and players that align with overall sporting strategy
- Evaluates the performance environment and offers areas of improvement on realistic, achievable objectives
- Complete goal setting and performance review discussions with staff on an annual basis
- 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
- Upon request of the Head of Development, contribute to the US Soccer Coaching Education Programs
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
- USSF “A” License or higher (or comparable UEFA A)
- At least five years of coaching experience within elite youth development
- Passion for working with and the developing young players and staff
- 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) and Video Editing
- 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
Desired Qualifications
- Bilingual (English and Spanish)
- Coaching education experience
- Thorough institutional knowledge of U.S. Soccer’s mission, goals, technical plan, policies, practices, and procedures
U.S. Soccer offers a comprehensive compensation package, casual work environment, an inclusive culture, and an atmosphere for professional development.
U.S. Soccer is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, military status, political belief, or any other characteristic protected under the law. This policy applies to all our employment practices within our organization. We strongly encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA, veterans, parents, and persons with disabilities to apply.
