Head Coach - Men’s Futsal National Team

UNITED STATES SOCCER FEDERATION 1 • Atlanta, GA

245d

About The Position

Within this per diem position the Head Coach of the Men’s Futsal National Team will be responsible for coaching the Men’s Futsal National Team, helping to develop individual players to compete at the sport’s highest levels. Manage the daily high-performance requirements of the national team players and staff within training and competition environments. The candidate will be responsible for guiding the team through multiple domestic camps, as well as creating individual training programs, in preparation for regional and international tournament competitions. The Futsal National Team’s ultimate goal should be qualifying for and competing at the FIFA Futsal Soccer World Cup.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Sports Management, or a related discipline
• USSF/Confederation 'A' License or equivalent experience within Futsal
• Experience in a High-Performance soccer environment (Senior Pro, Pro Youth, Elite Youth or National Teams)
• Strong leadership skills and ability to solve problems and execute decisions under pressure
• General knowledge of soccer
• Capable of working in fast-paced and demanding environments
• Must be able to connect 'micro' details to the 'macro' vision and mission
• Proficient experience with Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook)

Nice To Haves

• Proven history successfully managing players and staff within a soccer environment
• Experience of working within multi-layered high performing organizations
• Proven history of developing players and creating inclusive and high-performing cultures
• Excellent organizational, collaborative, and leadership abilities
• Proficient in computers with software such as: Microsoft Office
• Strong understanding of game analysis tools such as Hudl and SportsCode
• Strong verbal, written, in-person and presentation communication skills
• Excellent organizational, data collection, planning, and leadership skills
• Ability to work within a heavy travel schedule
• Understanding of the soccer landscape in the US and passion for the sport and culture

Responsibilities

• Lead the National Team Camps for the Futsal National Team
• Lead remote training opportunities and individual training programs
• Work with the leadership of ENT on all program areas (i.e. including player identification, scheduling, session design/delivery, player release, and budgeting)
• Work collaboratively with the ENT development managers on all program areas (i.e. player / coach enhancement, education, scouting and program development)
• Contribute to the development of a strategic plan to accelerate the development of ENT programs and players
• Identify, support and develop resources required to fulfill the strategic requirements of the ENT
• Create and implement a Futsal Soccer National Team Plan and Technical Plan
• Manage full-time and per diem staff in the build-up to and during training and competition
• Support club and player development at all game levels, including helping to facilitate competitive opportunities within futsal at a local, regional, and national level
• Support the creation and delivery of a talent identification matrix that incorporates current futsal players and identifies possible 'talent transfers' from alternative disciplines
• Identify key providers for the delivery of presentations and/or coaching clinics to raise awareness and identify participants for ENT program
• Build mutually beneficial relationships with Professional and non-Professional Clubs, Leagues, Colleges, and staff working within the game
• Contribute to the development of futsal coaches at all levels of the game
• Assist with other program duties as assigned, including, but not limited to, coaching other ENT National Teams within your core area

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees