Academy Goalkeeper Coach (U13 & U14)

Job Title: Academy Goalkeeper (GK) Coach - U13 through U14 + Discovery Program

Department: FCC Academy

Reports To: Director of Player Development (DPD), Director of Goalkeeping

Job Summary

As an Academy Goalkeeping Coach at FC Cincinnati, you are responsible for coaching and developing the FCC Academy U13, U14, and Discovery goalkeepers in alignment with the FCC Goalkeeper philosophy. You will be leading the daily training sessions, video sessions and monitor all aspects of the U13 and U14 Academy goalkeepers at MHTC while building out the goalkeeper IDPs. You will work closely with the FCC Lead Academy Goalkeeping Coach (U15 through U18) and assist all FCC goalkeeping coaches at the club. In addition, this role will include scouting & recruitment of incoming goalkeepers through the FCC Discovery program and into the FCC academy.

What You’ll Do:

• Design U13 and U14 Academy goalkeeper periodization and training plans based on the club’s goalkeeping curriculum


• Lead U13 and U14 Academy goalkeepers during all training sessions and games while documenting training sessions and individual development plans


• Oversee the FCC discovery goalkeeping program, bringing in the next generation of FCC goalkeepers


• Integrate goalkeeper development to align with all academy team functions


• Analyze training/game sessions and create video reviews for goalkeepers and coaches


• Work with Academy Head Coaches to create GK specific pre-game objectives


• Aid in goalkeeper scouting/recruitment through the Discovery Program, including planning and implementing goalkeeper ID events, clinics and camps as well as attending local and nationwide events

What You’ll Need:

• USSF C License preferred


• Goalkeeping License preferred


• 3+ years of youth goalkeeper coaching experience


• Knowledge of Microsoft office and MacOS


• Ability to travel to away games and annual events/showcases


• Must be authorized to work in the United States


• Must have reliable means of transportation to and from MHTC and all matches


• Ability to work outside of regular business hours including but not limited to nights, weekends and holidays as required by the FCC game schedule, special events, and projects

 What You’ll Bring:

• Commitment to the player development process


• Passion for youth soccer and knowledge of the MLS


• Collaborative mindset to achieve a multidisciplinary approach with fellow coaches


• High level of energy and desire to create the standards of culture in the FCC goalkeeping department


• A life-long learner with a growth mindset


• Very strong work ethic

Why You’ll Love FCC:

• Generous paid time off and holiday time


• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401k plan with company match


• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance


• Maternity & Paternity Leave and Family Building Benefit


• Employee Assistance Program and free subscription to the Calm App


• Discount off merchandise in the FCC team store


• Community volunteer opportunities


• Professional development and Frequent team building opportunities


• Employee recognition programs and referral programs


• Opportunity for complimentary staff tickets to home FC Cincinnati matches

About FCC

Founded in 2015, FC Cincinnati is a Major League Soccer team based in Cincinnati, Ohio. After achieving significant growth and success in the United Soccer League, the team joined MLS in 2019. FCC won the 2023 Supporters’ Shield – the annual award given to the team with the most points in the regular season – and clinched a spot in the 2023 MLS Playoffs for the second straight year. With a diverse ownership group with strong ties to Cincinnati, the club strives to unite the community both on and off the pitch through FCC Foundation, and its dedication to improving the lives of children through soccer and those in the West End Community . FC Cincinnati are committed to ongoing growth and recognizing the vital importance of company culture. The club’s DNA code, created by the staff for the staff, is actively implemented every day. FCC have been recognized locally and nationally as one of Sports Business Journal’s Best Places to Work in Sports 2023, named to the Honor List as one of “75 Great Sports Companies to Call Home.”; on the Business Courier’s Fast 55 as one of Greater Cincinnati’s fastest growing private companies; and named to The Enquirer’s Top Workplaces 2024.

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FC Cincinnati is 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.