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El Paso Locomotive FC logo

Boy's Club Director/Academy Assistant Coach

El Paso Locomotive FC
Full-time
On-site
El Paso, Texas, United States
$45,000 - $50,000 USD yearly
Coaching, Professional Soccer, Youth Academy
Position Summary
Boys Club Program Director
  Lead the design and execution of a club-wide Player Development Plan aligned with academy standards. Oversee technical consistency across all ages and competitive tiers, manage session planning, coach recruitment and education, and player assessment. Guide college recruitment, manage tryouts and individual development plans. Serve as the administrative liaison for fields, schedules, equipment, budgets, and stakeholder engagement.
Academy Assistant Coach
  Collaborate with the Head Coach to deliver weekly training sessions and support on weekend match dates. Assistant will provide individualized and group coaching, performance analysis, video management (VEO/HUDL), and logistical support—including travel and driving responsibilities, when needed. Ensure compliance with competition league standards, and contribute to scouting, player recruitment, administrative tasks, weekly staff meetings, and college scholarship guidance.
Key Responsibilities
 Boys Club Program Director
·         Design and implement a comprehensive Player Development Plan aligned with academy-level progression.
·         Ensure technical consistency across all age groups and competition levels.
·         Oversee training methodology, session planning, and team structures.
·         Evaluate and refine programming to meet strategic and industry standards.
·         Recruit, mentor, evaluate, and retain part-time coaching staff; manage coach scheduling.
·         Lead coach education initiatives and foster a collaborative coaching culture.
·         Manage development pathways, tryouts, player assessments, and roster placement for U‑8 to U‑19.
·         Create individualized development plans and guide college recruitment and showcase efforts.
·         Partner with administrators on schedules, logistics, budget, and long-term planning.
·         Liaise with leagues, college coaches, parents, and stakeholders.
·         Maintain club equipment and administer systems via PlayMetrics.
·         Weekly reporting at staff meetings along with commuincation protocol and standardized process to membership.
  Academy Assistant Coach
·         Support Head Coach in planning and delivering 4–5 weekly training sessions and one weekly match.
·         Provide individual and group coaching; analyze performance for improvement.
·         Adhere to Academy policies.
·         Maintain team discipline and cohesion.
·         Coordinate logistics for travel, practice schedules, and matches, including driving within/outside Texas.
·         Manage video recording and uploads via VEO/HUDL.
·         Attend weekly in-person staff meetings.
·         Assist with scouting, recruitment, administrative duties, and player records.
·         Support college scholarship recruitment for players.
Qualifications & Requirements
·         U.S. Citizenship is required.
·         U.S. Soccer Federation (USSF) or UEFA “C” License (or higher) strongly preferred.
·         Director of Coaching Diploma or equivalent advanced certification is a bonus.
·         Proven track record in youth development leadership within clubs or academies.
·         Experience mentoring coaches and implementing technical training programs.
·         Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
·         Valid U.S. driver’s license; ability to travel on weekends throughout the season.
·         Tech-savvy with tools such as PlayMetrics, AthleteOne, GotSport, Microsoft Office, etc.
·         Ability to pass all background checks.
Compensation & Benefits
·         Salary: $45,000-$50,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
·         Competitive benefits package (health, retirement, etc.).
·         Opportunities for professional development and growth within the club.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.