ECNL Head Coach

Rush Soccer•Saint Charles, MO

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Missouri Rush Soccer Club is seeking experienced, motivated, and qualified coaches for full-time positions as Head Coaches in its Boys and Girls ECNL programs. The role is based in St. Charles County, Missouri, and combines team coaching with contributions to the club’s day-to-day operations, player development initiatives, and long-term strategic objectives. The club seeks professionals with strong leadership, accountability, a collaborative mindset, and a commitment to excellence on and off the field. Head Coaches lead assigned ECNL teams and implement training plans aligned with the club’s methodology. They oversee player development and team culture, communicate with players, families, and club leadership, and lead teams in league competition and related events. The role also includes scheduled office hours, collaboration on program planning, player identification and placement, support for coaching and club initiatives, and administrative responsibilities. The position reports to the ECNL Director and requires availability for evenings, weekends, and travel. This is a full-time, salaried position with benefits. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. The club offers professional development and career advancement opportunities, year-round involvement in an established competitive soccer organization, and a collaborative environment with experienced club and technical leadership.

Requirements

Minimum USSF National B License or recognized equivalent.
3–5 years of coaching in ECNL or equivalent league competition.
Comprehensive understanding of elite player development and modern coaching methodologies.
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively within a structured organization.
Commitment to professional development, accountability, and club-wide standards.
Availability for evenings, weekends, and required travel.
Ability to meet applicable background screening and youth-safety requirements.

Nice To Haves

USSF National A License or recognized equivalent.
Previous head coaching experience within ECNL, ECNL Regional League, MLS NEXT, Girls Academy, collegiate soccer, or comparable competitive environments.
Demonstrated success developing players for collegiate or professional pathways.
Experience contributing to organizational growth.
Ability to mentor and collaborate with other coaches.

Responsibilities

Serve as Head Coach of assigned Boys and/or Girls ECNL teams.
Implement comprehensive training plans aligned with the club’s methodology.
Lead teams in ECNL league competition, showcases, tournaments, and other events.
Oversee individual player development, evaluations, and progress.
Establish a competitive, positive, and professional team culture.
Maintain consistent communication and expectations with players, families, and club leadership.
Maintain regularly scheduled office hours as part of a full-time work schedule.
Collaborate with the ECNL Director on program planning and development.
Assist with player identification, recruitment, evaluations, and team placement.
Support coaching education, camps, clinics, and club development initiatives.
Participate in staff meetings, planning sessions, and organizational projects.
Complete assigned administrative responsibilities in a timely and professional manner.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the ECNL Director.