Goalkeeper Coach - First Team

Goalkeeper Coach – First Team

Club: Sarasota Paradise

Location: Sarasota, Florida

League: USL League One

Position Type: Full-Time

Reports To: Head Coach & Technical Director

Position Overview

Sarasota Paradise is seeking a qualified and driven First Team Goalkeeper Coach to join its technical staff. This position is responsible for the development, preparation, and performance of the club's first-team goalkeepers throughout the USL League One season. Working directly with the Head Coach and technical staff, the Goalkeeper Coach will design and implement goalkeeper-specific training programs, provide individual performance evaluations, and ensure goalkeepers are prepared to meet the technical, tactical, physical, and mental demands of professional competition.

Key Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and lead all first-team goalkeeper training sessions in alignment with the club's methodology and tactical principles

Develop Individual Development Plans (IDPs) for each first-team goalkeeper.

Monitor Goalkeepers' progress towards short term and long-term goals in technical, tactical, physical, and psychological performance abilities.

Evaluate and improve technical and tactical competencies, including shot-stopping, positioning, distribution, aerial ability, communication, and decision-making.

Work with goalkeepers in team training sessions, supporting the club's tactical approach and overall playing style.

Prepare goalkeepers for upcoming matches through video analysis, opposition scouting, and individualized match preparation.

Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback to support individual development.

Collaborate with the Head Coach, assistant coaches, and athletic training staff regarding player performance, workload management, and injury prevention.

Assist the Head Coach with goalkeeper evaluations, recruitment recommendations, and roster assessments.

Attend all first-team training sessions, home matches, and away matches, including required team travel.

Attend reserve team training sessions and games when first-team goalkeepers are training or playing with the reserves.

Participate in technical staff meetings, match preparation, and post-match evaluations.

Must have the knowledge and leadership skills to lead and coach the defenders and goalkeepers together in all activities.

Designing and shared oversight of defensive set pieces for the whole team.

Technical Staff Collaboration

Work collaboratively with the Head Coach and assistant coaches to implement the club's overall coaching philosophy, developmental philosophy and style of play.

Participate in all technical staff meetings, training preparation, match analysis, and player evaluations.

Assist in identifying, evaluating, and recruiting prospective goalkeepers.

Maintain accurate performance evaluations and development records for all first-team goalkeepers.

Support the integration and development of young goalkeepers transitioning into the professional environment.

Contribute to a positive, disciplined, and accountable team culture.

Professional Standards & Club Representation

Maintain a high level of professionalism, confidentiality, and accountability.

Represent the club professionally during training sessions, matches, community events, and official club activities.

Adhere to all applicable USL, U.S. Soccer, and club policies and regulations.

Demonstrate flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and travel as required by the professional soccer schedule.

Perform additional coaching and technical responsibilities as assigned by the Head Coach.

Required Qualifications

Previous goalkeeper coaching experience at the professional or collegiate level.

USSF or UEFA B-coaching license.

Strong understanding of modern goalkeeping techniques, tactical principles, and professional training methodologies.

Experience developing and implementing individualized goalkeeper training programs.

Knowledge of video analysis and performance evaluation tools.

Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work collaboratively within a professional technical staff.

Valid driver's license and ability to travel extensively throughout the competitive season.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous coaching experience within USL League One, USL Championship, MLS NEXT Pro, MLS, or an equivalent professional environment.

Advanced goalkeeper-specific coaching certification or education.

Previous professional or collegiate playing experience as a goalkeeper.

Proficiency with video analysis platforms such as Spiideo, Hudl, Wyscout, or similar technologies.

Compensation & Schedule

Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Position requires a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and domestic travel for away matches throughout the competitive season.

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.