Head of European Scouting

Overview

To identify and assess players from key European markets for the purpose of delivering recruitment targets to the club’s Director of Scouting and Sporting Director.

• Scouting and shortlisting suitable recruitment targets for the Colorado Rapids first team and second team.
• Maintaining positional shortlists in line with the club’s strategic goals, roster needs and budgets.
• Attending live fixtures to observe key recruitment targets.
• Watching video footage of matches from selected leagues.
• Filing comprehensive player reports using the club’s scouting platform.
• Adhering to the club’s positional profiles and report format.
• Working with the Director of Scouting and Director of Analytics to identify suitable player profiles through data and market intelligence.
• Communicating with agents and clubs to gather market intelligence to inform the scouting and player acquisition process.
• Assisting the department with comprehensive due diligence on players of interest.
• Working closely with the department’s Video Scouts to ensure thorough coverage and knowledge of all relevant leagues.
• Attending weekly department meetings (virtually).

This description is a summary only and highlights the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change based on business needs. The Company reserves the right to add or remove duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.

• Clear vision at 20”, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• 4+ years’ experience working full-time in a first-team scouting role
• Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
• Preferred
  • Muti-lingual – ability to speak a second language in addition to English
  • Certification or soccer licensure either as a coach or in talent identification
  • US Soccer B license or equivalent
• Possess high level of current knowledge and experience working within European markets
• Possess a strong and established network of contacts at an elite level of soccer
• Demonstrate a track record of involvement in successful & impactful player recruitment decisions
• Ability to travel internationally when required
• Ability to maintain positive attitude and demonstrate professionalism
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Ability to complete work accurately and in a timely manner
• Ability to work independently & in a group setting and demonstrate good judgment skills
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Possesses excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and adapt to changing environments
• Ability to strategically execute on recruitment goals
• Ability to manage and delegate responsibility

• Base $70,000 per annum

• 12 Paid Company Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-term Disability
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401K plan

Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.