Director Of Coaching

Steel Partners • Albuquerque, NM

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Steel Sports is a Social Impact organization, located in ten (10) different regions from coast to coast. Our mission is to inspire youth to reach their potential, on and off the field, by developing them as athletes and people through the Steel Sports coaching system, “The Lasorda Way”. Through its “kids first” approach, Steel Sports is establishing the Steel standard in youth sports and coaching, forging the next generation of leaders by instilling Steel Sports’ core values: Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, and Commitment.
Steel Sports creates a positive youth sports experience – building character and teaching life lessons - for over 100,000 athletes each year. In addition to Steel Soccer, Steel Sports operates Team Steel Baseball and Softball at Lasorda Legacy Park. Steel Sports believes strongly in the impact of our coaches and invests regularly in their ongoing professional development and coach education. This role includes opportunities for optional travel and the ability to collaborate with other professional coaches across the country.
Please check out www.steelsports.com [http://www.steelsports.com] to learn more about us!

Requirements

• Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience working with children.
• Prior knowledge of the fundamentals of soccer.
• Be responsible, flexible, hard-working, ethical, and committed to the mission of Steel Sports.
• Successfully complete the application and screening process
• Understanding of and ability to apply principles of quality youth development.
• Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.
• Active engagement with and supervision of children requiring physical stamina, alertness, and emotional stability.
• Have a general understanding of and proficiency with computer technology.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to improving conditions and providing opportunities for all youth.
• Able to encounter challenges with a solution mindset and remain optimistic despite setbacks.
• Have a growth mindset for continuous improvement in all aspects of the position.
• Has flexibility and adaptability in work style and in work environments.
• Able to meet deadlines and complete tasks/projects on-time.
• Candidates must have access to consistently reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred candidate would have an accredited 'B' License or equivalent experience in related field.

Responsibilities

• Coach teams
• Communication with teams
• Monitor independent contractor communication
• On-field issue management
• Steel Sports Coaching System Symposiums
• Hiring: on-field/technical assessment of candidates
• Staff training: on-field development, practice/game coverage coordination, national rituals & expectations management
• Onboarding: Steel Edge 1 & other coaching modules
• Coach education, professional development & CEUs
• Coach reflection form management
• Coach feedback form management
• On-field conduct/performance input for disciplinary matters
• Curriculum development and implementation management
• Player reflection form management
• Teams development programs
• National Program: player nominations, coach nominations, selection follow-up, camp attendance, tournament attendance
• VEO management: uploading, scheduling, highlights sharing, team folder creation, player/parent/coach invitations, player spotlight
• Ensuring our playing-time policy is adhered to across all age groups
• Coaching staff coordination
• ID clinics / open trainings (delivery)
• Post-tryout coach selection meeting
• Tryout offers: invitation emails/invites via LeagueApps or email
• Offer follow-up beyond 48 hours (retention-focused)
• Parent meeting content (program/soccer information)
• Weekly club announcements & emails
• Team manager communication
• Post-game debriefs
• Pre-game communication with opponents
• Score keeping / league reporting
• Player- and family-relationship escalations
• Challenge Coins
• Athlete Leadership Council
• Leaders of Character Program

Benefits

• Flexible work environment and schedule
• Discounted rate for children of staff for participation in our programs
• Competitive Salaries
• Insurance Benefits
• Retirement Investments
• Paid time off
• Team atmosphere
• Professional Development beginning with the Steel Edge Course, in which will be provided to you at the start of your employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level