Highline Premier FC, Boys Director of Coaching, Youth Soccer
7 days ago
Seattle
Job Description Boys Director of Coaching Highline Premier FC Highline Premier FC (HPFC) is seeking an experienced and passionate Boys Director of Coaching to lead and grow our competitive boys' soccer program. In collaboration with the Club Director of Coaching and leadership team, this role provides strategic direction, oversight, and daily leadership for all boys' teams, coaches, and players (U8–U19). The ideal candidate is a skilled coach, mentor, and leader dedicated to long-term player development, coach education, and fostering a competitive, values-driven culture aligned with HPFC's mission. Key Responsibilities Program Leadership & Growth • Serve as the primary leader and advocate for the boys' program., • Define and implement a clear developmental pathway for players ages U8–U19., • Drive the strategic growth of the program, expanding competitive opportunities for players and coaches., • Support and evolve the club's curriculum, methodology, and playing style within the boys' program., • Maintain highly competitive standards across EA, RCL and WPL participation., • Ensure a positive, inclusive, and development-focused environment across all age groups., • Supervise, mentor, and support all boys' program coaches., • Recruit, onboard, and develop new coaches in collaboration with club leadership., • Conduct seasonal evaluations and create individualized coach development plans., • Organize coach education sessions, workshops, and collaborative learning opportunities., • Oversee tryouts, roster formation, mid-season assessments, and end-of-season reviews., • Provide direct coaching support at training sessions, games, and events as needed., • Identify and support players with collegiate, regional, national, or EA-level potential., • Promote age-appropriate development and a player-centered coaching philosophy., • Lead and support club events, clinics, leadership initiatives, and boys' program activities., • Build strong relationships with families and clearly communicate program goals, competitive pathways, and expectations., • Collaborate with other directors to strengthen cross-program initiatives and overall club alignment., • Maintain accurate records of team performance, player assessments, and coach certifications using club platforms, including PlayMetrics., • Assist with scheduling, EA and league coordination, tournament planning, rostering, and program budgeting., • Ensure compliance with EA League standards, RCL, WPL, and Washington Youth Soccer requirements., • Contribute to staff meetings, strategic planning, and club-wide initiatives. About Highline Premier FC Highline Premier FC serves nearly 500 players across U8–U19 teams in West Seattle, Burien, and Des Moines. As a community-based nonprofit, we provide a structured, nurturing, and competitive environment that develops players' skills, confidence, and love for the game. Our boys' teams compete in EA, RCL and WPL, providing multiple competitive pathways to support players at every stage of development. Our mission is to develop confident, capable players who embody integrity and a lifelong passion for soccer. The Boys Director of Coaching plays a central role in strengthening competitive pathways and ensuring the boys' program reflects HPFC's values and standards. Minimum Qualifications • USSF National "C" License (or equivalent), • 5+ years of coaching experience in competitive youth soccer, • Experience managing and developing coaching staff, • Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills, • Commitment to long-term player development and player-centered coaching, • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and PlayMetrics, • Must reside in Washington State with reliable transportation Preferred Qualifications • USSF "B" License or higher, • Former collegiate or high-level club playing experience, • Experience in EA, ECNL, MLS Next, or comparable high-performance environments, • Experience in strategic program development, • Background in sports psychology, education, or youth mentorship Compensation • $30,000 – $35,000 annually (DOE), • Optional additional pay for coaching 1–2 teams @ $15,000 per team annually, • Benefits include:, • Medical insurance, • 401K, • Washington Long-Term Disability Supervises: All boys' program coaches Anticipated Start Date: April 1, 2026 Physical Requirements • Lift up to 35 pounds occasionally, • Stand, walk, and coach for extended periods, • Work outdoors in varied weather conditions, • Evening and weekend availability required for practices, games, and events Equal Employment Opportunity We welcome candidates from all backgrounds. Women, gender-non-binary individuals, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation is available. At-Will Employment Employment with HPFC is at-will. Either party may terminate employment at any time, with or without cause or notice, consistent with applicable law.