Director of Coaching

Maine Rush•Portland, ME

17h

About The Position

Maine Rush is seeking a motivated, visionary, and experienced Director of Coaching to lead the continued growth and development of its Maine-based program in the Greater Portland area. Maine Rush is a year-round, professionally operated youth soccer organization serving players across ages and competitive levels. Its approach emphasizes holistic player development, including technical, tactical, and physical growth. The Director of Coaching will oversee coaching staff serving U8–U19 age groups and manage player and coach development. The role ensures that training standards, curriculum, and player pathways align with the club’s mission and values. The Director of Coaching will work closely with the Executive Director to support operational success, competitive development, and staff excellence. This is a full-time, salaried position, with compensation based on qualifications and experience. The schedule includes nights and weekends as needed.

Requirements

Proven success in youth development leadership within club or academy environments.
Experience mentoring coaching staff and implementing technical programs.
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
Technological proficiency with tools such as Got Sport, Google Workspace, and 360 Player.
Must pass all background checks.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

USSF or UEFA C license or higher is strongly preferred.
Director of Coaching Diploma or equivalent advanced certification is a bonus.

Responsibilities

Design and implement a club-wide Player Development Plan.
Ensure technical excellence and consistency across age groups and competition levels.
Oversee training methodology, session planning, and competitive team structures.
Evaluate and evolve programming to meet strategic objectives and industry standards.
Recruit, assign, mentor, and retain coaching staff.
Develop and lead coach education initiatives, including training sessions, evaluations, and feedback processes.
Implement a structured performance evaluation process for program coaches.
Foster a professional, collaborative coaching culture committed to ongoing improvement.
Manage the developmental pathway for players ages U8–U19.
Lead tryouts, player assessments, and roster placements.
Create and manage individual development plans and feedback systems.
Guide college recruitment and showcase opportunities for high school-aged players.
Partner with club administrators on schedules, registration, and field logistics.
Coordinate with leadership on staffing, budget management, and long-term planning.
Serve as a liaison between the club and external leagues, college coaches, and events.
Communicate with players, parents, and stakeholders about development plans and the club vision.