Position Summary: The Goalkeeping Coach is tasked with leading our top young goalkeeping prospects from the Pre-Formation Phase (11-12 years old) through the Pro-Formation Phase (13-15 years old) in preparation for the MLS NEXT Pro Pathway. This coach must be able to create and nurture a holistic, long-term learning environment where players take responsibility for their development, are supported through the ups and downs of the experience, and are held to high standards on and off the field. This position, in collaboration with the Scouting Department, is responsible for identifying top goalkeeping prospects from across our Homegrown Territory and beyond.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead the Pro-Formation (U14-U15) goalkeeper pool while overseeing and collaborating with other staff on Pre-Formation (U12-U13) goalkeeper development.
• Operate 4 training sessions per week and typically 1 match per weekend, while traveling to scheduled MLS NEXT events.
• Collaborate with staff (and the CLT FC Goalkeeper Department) to deliver the goalkeeping curriculum and club philosophy, based on the relevant age group.
• Provide feedback within matches, while reviewing performances with goalkeepers prior to the next match.
• Record coaching sessions and review with the Club and Academy Head of Goalkeeping.
• Complete and review a goalkeeper development plan in 6-week cycles.
• Construct individual development plans for each goalkeeper and review every 6 weeks.
• Conduct field work with U-12 and U-13 Goalkeepers bi-weekly in 8-week cycles (CLT FC Discovery Program).

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• US Soccer “B” or UEFA “B” License preferred.
• Experience working within a professional youth development setting preferred.
• Valid US Driver’s License.
• Must be eligible to work in the US.
• Availability to work in non-traditional settings and flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary.
• Must pass pre-employment screens.

Skills for Success:

• Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Works well within a collaborative, team-driven, and goal-based environment.
• Works well under pressure while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Team player, reliable, and dependable with a “can-do” attitude.
• Maintain complete confidentiality of privileged and/or sensitive information.
• Display the character and values of the Tepper Sports & Entertainment brand at all times.
• Ability to prioritize workload to manage time and tasks effectively.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

• Operate in a professional setting and on-field training environment.
• Comfortable with Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word, and other platforms.
• Local travel to events will be required.
• Ability to work in all Charlotte FC Academy matches, home and away, including occasional international travel.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to remain sitting for up to 8 hours at a desk and computer.
• Ability to remain standing/walking for up to 8 hours.
• Ability to climb stairs.
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors and endure weather conditions, including rain, wind, high and low temperatures, etc.
• Must be able to work in non-traditional settings, and non-traditional hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Equal Opportunity Employment:

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

To Apply:

To apply, please submit a copy of your resume along with a cover letter detailing your interest and related experience to the position.

Due to the high volume of resumes received, we regret that we are unable to update candidates on the status of their application. Those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Please no phone calls or emails.

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