Real Monarch Assistant Coach

The Utah Royals FC, Real Salt Lake (RSL), and RSL Training Academy are dedicated to the growth and success of soccer in Utah. The Utah Royals FC is committed to empowerment, while RSL represents the state with pride and fosters a winning culture. The RSL Training Academy nurtures young athletes and instills values of discipline and teamwork. Together, they are committed to inspiring the soccer culture of Utah and creating lasting impressions one winning experience at a time.

Summary

This role involves assisting the Monarchs Head Coach and Club coaching staff in creating a player development-focused training environment for players in the Real Salt Lake player pathway. Responsibilities include leading training sessions for the Monarchs, preparing the team for matches, coaching on matchdays, presenting scouting reports on opponents, and scouting players as directed by the Head Coach. Attendance at all matches, staff meetings, and maintaining high-level coaching and development licenses is also required. Player assessments are conducted as necessary, as determined by the RSL Front Office and Head Coach.

Responsibilities Include

• In coordination with Real Monarchs' Head Coach, prepare and conduct all training sessions of Real Monarchs.
• In coordination with Real Monarchs' Head Coach, prepare the squad for all matches.
• Attend all matches both home and away.
• Coach the team on matchdays as assigned.
• Prepare and present scouting reports on the opposition.
• Scout players in relation to the role or the recruiting structure as deemed by Real Monarchs' Head Coach.
• Attend all staff meetings relating to your position.
• Conduct player assessments as deemed appropriate and necessary by the RSL Front Office and Real Monarchs Head Coach.
• Maintain coaching and development licenses at the highest levels available
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• USSF B License
• Display effective strategic decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to teach through demonstration.
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Calendar.
• Professional or minimum collegiate playing experience preferred.
• Three – five years of developmental coaching experience, preferred
• Possess a strong understanding of MLSNextPro rules and protocols, preferred
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The job requires regularly lifting/pushing up to 50 pounds, occasional lifting/pushing/exerting heavy force up to full weight of athlete (i.e. assisting with lifting a stretcher or helping athlete up off the ground). The job involves standing, stooping, bending, lifting, pushing, typing, etc.

Real Salt Lake 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.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

Note: The need may arise to revise, supplement, or rescind portions of this job description, and RSL reserves the right to do so at any time. Employees shall be required to meet the qualifications and perform the duties of any revised job description.