Youth Soccer Coordinator

Soccer Shots Franchising; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in youth soccer development is seeking a Coaching Coordinator to manage and support a dynamic team of instructors across Brooklyn and Manhattan. This full-time role involves evaluating instructor performance, fostering a positive culture, and ensuring program quality. Ideal candidates will possess exceptional organizational skills, a passion for coaching, and a commitment to making a positive impact on children’s lives. If you're ready to lead and inspire, this opportunity awaits you in the vibrant New York City area!

Benefits

13 PTO days

Parental leave

10 Paid Holidays

Health Savings Account

401(k) matching

Bonus based on company performance

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 1-3 years of experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage instructor performance through evaluations and training.
• Screen, interview, and hire instructors for the program.
• Lead regular meetings to discuss initiatives and trends.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Team management

Event planning

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

G-Suite

MS Office

Job description

Company Profile:

Soccer Shots is the leader in youth soccer development. Our nationally recognized program offers a high energy, fun, age-appropriate introduction to the wonderful game of soccer. Our innovative curriculum emphasizes both soccer skills and character development. Our goal is simple: to leave a lasting, positive impact on every child we serve.

SOCCER SHOTS COUS:

Soccer Shots COUS (COUS) was established in 2010. COUS covers the regions of Washington D.C., Maryland, Northern Virginia, Miami FL, New York City NY, and Nashville TN. Soccer Shots New York City covers Brooklyn and Manhattan. Soccer Shots NYC Central works closely with Soccer Shots Franchising national headquarters in Middletown, PA.

BENEFITS/PERKS:

1. 13 PTO days
2. Parental leave
3. 10 Paid Holidays
4. Health Savings Account
5. 401(k) matching
6. Bonus based on company performance
7. Dental insurance
8. Health insurance
9. Vision insurance
10. Opportunity for advancement

Reports to:

Executive Director

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Coaching Coordinator will play a key role in managing and supporting our team of instructors across Brooklyn and Manhattan. The Coaching Coordinator is responsible for managing instructor performance through regular evaluation and performance conversations. In this role, you will work with the Executive Director. You will be responsible for ensuring that all instructors meet the standards of program quality and creating a liberating culture within the team and the organization. We are looking for a motivated individual who understands coaching, has exceptional relational skills, is extremely organized and passionate about our mission.

ABOUT YOU:

1. You are a person of high character, and have a positive reputation
2. You are well known for being warm and welcoming in the many communities of which you are connected
3. You are great at communicating with others
4. You are extremely organized
5. You are hungry, humble, smart, and love growing in personally & professionally
6. You are a seasoned local in the New York City area, and well versed in various communities and organizations

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

1. Manage instructor performance through regular evaluations, training, performance discussions, and performance improvement plans.
2. Provide feedback on instructors to all stakeholders.
3. Partner with Executive Director to identify staffing needs season to season.
4. Screen, interview and hire instructors.
5. Develop strong relationships with part-time instructors; identify key individuals that can grow within our organization.
6. Create and manage schedules for part-time instructors across different territories.
7. Lead regular instructor meetings to discuss new initiatives, trends, etc.
8. Create initiatives that further elevate our core values and provide a positive experience for our part-time instructors.
9. Work with operations team to identify key performance indicators that improve NPS scores and share results with team of instructors.
10. Weekly meetings with Executive Director to discuss and analyze program quality and needs.

Coaching:

1. Prior soccer experience is not required. We only require the passion for positively impacting children’s lives and look for individuals that are safety conscious, caring, organized, responsible and energetic.
2. You will be the face of Soccer Shots and responsible for executing incredible sessions that showcase what Soccer Shots to new instructors and key stakeholders.
3. Coach up to 20-25 sessions per week per season. Where possible, use coaching sessions as training opportunities for instructors.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

1. Bachelor’s Degree Required.
2. Minimum 1-3 years of experience working in a team in a fast-paced environment.
3. Minimum 1-3 years of event planning or customer service experience.
4. Experience working or supervising part-time employees.
5. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
6. Proficient in G-Suite and MS Office.
7. Warm, motivated and approachable personality.

ROLE/CLASSIFICATION:

The job description above is a full-time, non-exempt position.

Working Hours/Location/Schedule:

The position requires a minimum of 40 hours of work per week or more depending on business needs. This position has weekend and weeknight requirements as many of our programs take place during these times. You will work out details of your weekly agenda with the Executive Director.

You will be expected to work out of New York City as well as travel to partner sites in the Brooklyn and Manhattan region. No central office but candidate will be required to work and live in NYC Central region.

Candidate will be expected to walk, run, stoop, reach, travel using public transportation, and sit for extended periods of time.