Job Description
Position Summary Club Ohio East is seeking a passionate, driven, and experienced soccer professional to serve as our Girls Program Lead . This key leadership role is responsible for building, managing, and growing a high-quality, competitive girls’ soccer program from the ground up. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with the Club Director, Director of Coaching, 7v7/9v9 Format Manager, and Technical Trainer to deliver an exceptional player development experience while significantly increasing participation and program visibility in the East Ohio market. Key Responsibilities Lead the overall strategy, development, and daily operations of the Club Ohio East Girls program across all age groups. Collaborate closely with the Director of Coaching and Technical Trainer to implement a consistent, age-appropriate curriculum and playing philosophy. Partner with the 7v7 and 9v9 Format Manager to ensure seamless integration and player progression through the club’s smaller-sided formats. Recruit, hire, train, and mentor high-quality girls’ team coaches and staff. Drive player recruitment and retention through community outreach, school partnerships, camps, clinics, and identification events. Oversee team formation, scheduling, tournament selection, and player pathway development. Monitor and evaluate program quality, coach performance, and player development outcomes. Build strong relationships with players, parents, and the local soccer community to enhance club reputation and loyalty. Work with club leadership to meet enrollment targets and program growth objectives. Ensure compliance with all US Soccer, league, and club policies, including safe sport and risk management standards. Qualifications Required: Minimum 3–5 years of experience in youth soccer coaching, preferably with girls’ teams. Proven track record of successfully developing players and building or growing soccer programs. US Soccer coaching license (minimum “D” license or higher; “C” or “B” preferred). Strong understanding of player development best practices across multiple age groups. Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills. Passion for girls’ soccer and commitment to creating a positive, inclusive environment. Preferred: Prior experience in the Ohio soccer market. Experience recruiting and retaining players and coaches in a competitive club environment. Connections within the local Ohio soccer community (coaches, referees, schools, and organizations). Pay: $30,000.00 - $55,648.05 per year Work Location: In person