Role description
About the job
The New York Red Bulls are one of 29 teams in Major League Soccer (MLS). RBNY, one of the ten charter clubs of MLS, have competed in the league since its founding in 1996. The Red Bulls play home matches at Red Bull Arena (RBA) in Harrison, New Jersey. The three-time MLS Supporters' Shield Winners are owned by the Austrian beverage company Red Bull for which the team is named. The New York Red Bulls offer one of the nation's premier youth soccer development programs, from local soccer partnerships across New York and New Jersey to Regional Development Schools and the Red Bulls Academy teams.
The Red Bulls Youth Program is a multi-layered system that provides professional support at all levels of the game. Each level of the player development pyramid has been structured to provide extensive support to players, coaches and youth soccer organizations. Programs are offered for players of all ages and abilities within the local community. For players with outstanding ability, there is an opportunity to progress to the academy level and ultimately, to the Red Bulls First Team.
The Youth Programs Club Coordinator will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of an assigned youth club. The role is a blend of administration support, education, and on-field coaching. The Club Coordinator will be the main point of contact for trainers in that club supporting our standards of highest quality client service. This position will manage all program operational and logistic elements to ensure successful execution of club programming. A Club Coordinator's weekly schedule will consist of approximately fifteen (15) administration hours and ten (10) to fifteen (15) coaching hours. The position will operate 50 weeks of the year.
Areas that play to your strengths
All the responsibilities we'll trust you with:
PARENT COMMUNICATION
Responsible for assisting club with parent communication to provide support regarding program offerings and registration. Responding to all calls and emails within 24 hours.
LEAGUE REGISTRATION
Responsible for registering all teams in seasonal leagues, this includes registration of players and acquisition of player cards.
TRAINING SCHEDULE
Coordinate creation of seasonal training schedules, communication with coaches and parents on schedule and any future changes or weather cancellations.
GAME SCHEDULING
Oversee weekly game scheduling, communication with parents, opposing teams, fields,
TEAM FORMATION
Assist with all aspects of the annual player assessment process and team formations.
CLUB CONTACT
Liaison with the club reporting back to Regional Managers on all aspect of club development and operations. Manage, support and track completion and quality of coach administration tasks. Manage and implement assigned coach's seasonal training schedules. Track coaching hours and assist with arranging coverage where required. Manage and implement club-based registration programs, supporting with necessary website updates.
Your areas of knowledge and expertise
that matter most for this role:
Preferred minimum of USC Advanced National or USSF C License
Minimum of one years' experience coaching within RBYP programming including experience as a senior coach
Ability to demonstrate extensive knowledge of the existing RBYP's RedPrint to Player Development
Comfortable and experienced interfacing with various levels of staff and management
Red Bull New York is an equal opportunity employer and we will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality or any other classification protected by law.
