Academy Goalkeeping Coach

The role of the Red Bull Academy Goal Keeping Coach is coach and develop Red Bull Academy Goalkeepers in the NYRB playing philosophy.
The Goalkeeping coach will be an ambassador of the NYRB culture and philosophy. This role will also partner with the First Team and Red Bulls II to ensure continuity of player development in preparation of Red Bulls II and communication of performance levels.

Due to the cyclical nature of the entertainment industry, the employee may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the company.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead Goalkeeper training for Red Bull Academy U15/17 teams with additional responsibility to regularly support MLS/Red Bull 2 training sessions as part of a coordinated training strategy.
• Create a Goalkeeper specific Annual Training/Performance Plan that includes the Technical, Tactical & Physical periodization necessary to develop top GK’s in keeping with the Club’s philosophy.
• Provide bi-weekly training reports, with video, to share with NYRB Goalkeeper Coaches.
• Create & implement Individual Development Plans (IDP’s) and communicate with a multi-disciplinary perspective to support the holistic development of Academy Goalkeepers.
• Administration of player performance data for Red Bull U15/U17 Goalkeepers in particular schedule individual meetings with U15/17 Academy Goalkeepers in pre-season to discuss and align on their respective IDP’s.
• Schedule monthly progress meetings with each player, reference and edit their respective IDP’s based on performance.
• Work with Head Coach to create GK specific pre-game objectives to include in team presentation prior to every game.
• Assist U15/17 Team Head Coaches and staff to perform other coaching roles in training and on match day.
• Complete detailed post game reports after every game including video clips focusing on objectives and overall performance of Academy Goalkeepers to present weekly to 1st and 2nd Team Goalkeeper Coaches and Academy Team Staff.
• Lead discussions of Goalkeepers to be retained and released at the end of their contracts or when deemed appropriate.
• Support the talent identification & recruitment strategy for Goalkeepers and develop Coaches as part of a wider CPD strategy both internally and externally.

Ability to communicate fluently in English, Spanish a plus

Highly motivated with a proactive attitude towards service development

Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills particularly in pressure situations

Personal integrity and the ability to invoke trust and respect from others

Ability to prioritize own workload and that of colleagues

Open minded with a view of adopting new practices

Commitment to continuous professional development

Excellent timekeeping and organizational skills

Minimum of ‘C’ level USSF license or UEFA equivalent required, ‘B’ level preferred

Commitment to ongoing professional development through relevant courses and conferences

Complete any mandatory qualifications on an ongoing basis as required by associated governing bodies

Minimum of 3 years in the elite sports setting

Evidence of player development from youth and/or USL levels to MLS level

Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team in a professional sporting environment

An understanding of working in the soccer environment

Experience of developing and implementing innovative ideas and putting them into practice

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.