Soccer Club Goalkeeper Director

Responsibilities

• Training and Development
• Design, plan, and deliver daily goalkeeper-specific training sessions according to the club's Philosophy and Style of play
• Develop a goalkeeper curriculum aligned with NYSC's vision and Style of Play, ensuring all sessions reflect club principles.
• Managing the assessment of all NYSC's GKs' and providing detailed feedback to both the staff and the players.
• Utilize video analysis and modern coaching tools to enhance goalkeeper development and performance.
• Securing that every NYSC goalkeeper has a clear Individual Development Plan (IDP).
• Aid in goalkeeper scouting/ recruitment within the Academy. This will include planning and implementing goalkeeper try-outs, clinics, and camps, as well as attending local and nationwide events.
• Matchday Responsibilities
• Leading Goalkeepers during matches and tournaments, including warm-ups and pre-game strategies for them.
• Support NYSC head coaches and technical staff in match preparation.
• Provide in-game observations and adjustments to ensure goalkeeper development and performance.
• Collaboration and Integration
• Work closely with the NYSC Technical leads to ensure continuity and alignment in goalkeeper development.
• Administration and Reporting
• Maintain detailed records of goalkeeper performance, training attendance, and progress.
• Provide regular progress reports to the Technical Director.
• Attend staff meetings, logistics meetings, and other events as required by the club.

• Strength in delivering tactically relevant on-field sessions
• Hold a relevant coaching license (e.g., UEFA B, USSF B, or equivalent), preferably goalkeeper-specific.
• Proven experience as a goalkeeper coach at the professional, collegiate, or elite youth level.
• Experience in combining practical on-field know-how with off-field planning and assessment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with players, staff, and other stakeholders.
• Passionate about player development with a commitment to NYSC’s Core values and philosophy.
• Collaboration with fellow coaches with a multidisciplinary approach
• A motivated growth mindset and lifelong learner
• Strong work ethic
• Competency in using analysis software
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

• Applicant must be able to comply with USSF Soccer, Safe Sport, MLS Next Safety and Well-Being policy, and any other applicable child safety policies provided to applicants by NYSC.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as necessary