28 academy director jobs found

Job Title:  Academy Director Department:  Academy- Technical Reports to:  General Manager   Job Summary: The Academy Director will lead all aspects of FC Cincinnati’s Academy program and oversee the daily sporting and administrative operations of the Academy. Reporting to the Director of Player Development, this individual will be responsible for building an elite developmental environment that prepares players for progression into FC Cincinnati 2 and ultimately the First Team. The Academy Director will also play a key leadership role in coach education, staffing, talent identification, and the long-term strategic growth of the Academy. What You’ll Do: Lead and manage the day-to-day sporting and administrative operations of the FC Cincinnati Academy. Implement and maintain the Club’s player development methodology and game model consistently across all Academy age groups. Oversee curriculum planning,...

Job Title:                     Head of Academy Goalkeeping Reports to:                  Academy Director Location:                     Bloomfield Road, Blackpool (with travel to the training venue) Hours:                          No less than 40 per week – to include evenings & weekends Salary:                          Dependant on Experience   Who we are:   Blackpool Football Club is an English Professional Association Football Club based in the seaside town of Blackpool, Lancashire.   The Club was founded in 1887 and has a very storied history, from being a founding member of the Lancashire League in 1889, rising to the Top-Flight of the Football League (the old First Division) in 1930, to winning the FA Cup in 1953 and being promoted to the Premier League in 2010 (becoming the first Club to gain promotion from every division of the Football League via the play-off system).   The Club currently competes in League One, the third...

The Academy Assistant Coach participates in the coaching of all Sporting Kansas City Academy teams while also assisting with the implementation of curriculum, team selection and recruitment. The overall purpose of the Academy Assistant Coach is to help Sporting Kansas City develop its players in the ascension through the pro player pathway. The Academy Assistant Coach must have constant communication with the Academy Director and other Technical Staff in order to foster development in the pro player pathway. Sporting Kansas City is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and equity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates. All associates are expected to positively collaborate with individuals of diverse backgrounds. All talented individuals looking for a challenge are encouraged to apply. Recruitment for this position is being conducted in accordance with the provisions set forth by the Major League Soccer Diversity Hiring...

WHO WE ARE  Awarded Major League Soccer’s 16th franchise in 2008, the Philadelphia Union officially took the pitch in 2010 and have been raising expectations ever since. Owned and operated by Union Sports & Entertainment, the Philadelphia Union call Subaru Park home—an 18,500-seat, world-class, soccer-specific stadium set along the Delaware River beneath the Commodore Barry Bridge, just 15 miles from downtown Philadelphia. On the field, the Union have established themselves as one of Major League Soccer’s most consistent and competitive clubs. The team reached the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Final three times (2014, 2015, and 2018), made multiple MLS Cup Playoff appearances, and captured the  Supporters’ Shield in 2020 and again in 2025 , recognizing the club’s excellence and consistency across the regular season. The Union also hosted the Eastern Conference Final in 2021, were crowned  Eastern Conference Champions in 2022 ,...

TITLE : Academy Methodology Lead DEPARTMENT:  Team Operations REPORTS TO : Academy Director FLSA:  Full-Time; Exempt WHAT SETS YOU APART The Academy Methodology Lead is the technical backbone of Orlando City SC's player development pathway. This role drives the day-to-day implementation of the club's coaching methodology across all Academy age groups (U12–U19), ensuring full alignment with the First Team game model. Equal parts tactician, mentor, and administrator, the successful candidate will shape how our players learn the game and how our coaches teach it.  ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Lead the development, documentation, and ongoing evolution of Orlando City SC's game model across all Academy phases, ensuring clear alignment with the First Team's tactical identity. Design and implement a progressive, age-appropriate coaching curriculum that reflects the club's long-term player development philosophy. Oversee...

TITLE : Academy Methodology Lead DEPARTMENT:  Team Operations REPORTS TO : Academy Director FLSA:  Full-Time; Exempt WHAT SETS YOU APART The Academy Methodology Lead is the technical backbone of Orlando City SC's player development pathway. This role drives the day-to-day implementation of the club's coaching methodology across all Academy age groups (U12–U19), ensuring full alignment with the First Team game model. Equal parts tactician, mentor, and administrator, the successful candidate will shape how our players learn the game and how our coaches teach it.  ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Lead the development, documentation, and ongoing evolution of Orlando City SC's game model across all Academy phases, ensuring clear alignment with the First Team's tactical identity. Design and implement a progressive, age-appropriate coaching curriculum that reflects the club's long-term player development philosophy. Oversee...

Position Summary The D.C. United Academy Head Coach is responsible for leading and developing one of the club’s academy teams in alignment with the club’s playing philosophy, player development model, and performance standards. The role focuses on developing elite youth players technically, tactically, physically, mentally, and socially while preparing them for progression into the First Team, including first-team pathways. The Head Coach will create a high-performance learning environment that emphasizes long-term player development, professionalism, accountability, and excellence on and off the field. Compensation $65,000 - $75,000 Key Responsibilities Player Development Design and deliver age-appropriate training sessions aligned with the club’s game model and developmental curriculum. Develop individual player development plans (IDPs) and monitor player progress throughout the season. Foster technical mastery, tactical understanding,...

Department: Football Division – Girls Academy Department   Hours of Work: Full-time, 35 hours per work (with flexibility to work during evenings and weekends, including matchdays)   Contract Type: Permanent   Salary: Up to £30,000 per annum dependent upon experience   Location: Bodymoor Heath Training Ground The Department Our Girls Academy Department has established itself as a leader in girls youth football development, consistently delivering the highest standards in coaching, education and training across 10 teams with players aged U10 – U21. We are committed to nurturing talent and creating a supportive and professional environment and we are proud of the role we play in shaping the next generation of female footballers as demonstrated in our recent success with our U21s winning the Professional Game Academy Plate.   To support our continued growth and success of our programme, we have...

Director of Content  Full-Time | Greenville, SC | Greenville Triumph SC / Liberty SC Academy The story of Greenville Triumph hasn't been fully told yet — not because there isn't one, but because we haven't had the right person to tell it. We are building something genuinely different: a professional soccer club that develops people, strengthens families, wins championships, and is weaving itself into the identity of this community. The Director of Content is the person who shows the world what that looks like — in video, in photography, in moments big and small. Greenville Triumph SC competes in USL League One alongside our academy and recreation system under Liberty SC. We are committed to developing people, not just players, and to building a community institution the Upstate of South Carolina is proud to call its own. This role owns how we show up visually and editorially across every platform, every matchday, and every community moment. You will...

COMPANY BACKGROUND  The Houston Dynamo Football Club (HDFC) is a multi-faceted organization dedicated to inspiring and supporting soccer participation and growth in Houston, TX and beyond. The Club's brands include men's and women's professional teams — the Houston Dynamo (MLS) and Houston Dash (NWSL), a development academy, Houston Dynamo Dash Charities, as well as Shell Energy Stadium and Houston Sports Park.  The Club has a rich history, including MLS Cup titles (2006, 2007) and in-season tournament championships for both the Dynamo (2018 and 2023) and Dash (2020), and is focused on building toward the next championships, inspiring and uniting the city of Houston through the sport of soccer and community outreach, and creating the most inclusive sporting experience and diverse fan base in the city and state.  PURPOSE OF THE JOB  As the Director, Social Media at Houston Dynamo Football Club, you will own and lead the strategic...

About IMG Academy IMG Academy is the world’s leading sports education brand, providing a holistic education model that empowers student-athletes to win their future while preparing them for college and for life. IMG Academy has been nationally recognized by organizations including Sports Business Journal, USA Today, and the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For for its workplace culture, innovation, and commitment to developing people both on and off the field.   IMG Academy provides growth opportunities for student-athletes and partners through an innovative suite of on-campus and online experiences: Boarding school and camps, delivered on a state-of-the-art campus in Bradenton, Florida Online coaching through IMG Academy+, focused on personal development through the lens of sport and performance Online college recruiting through NCSA College Recruiting and SportsRecruits, providing industry-leading recruiting education, tools, and access to a...

Title:  FCC2 Fitness Coach Department:  Medical Reports to:  Director of Sports Science   Job Summary: We are seeking a passionate and experienced Fitness Coach to join our Performance Department and work primarily within FCC2 environment. This role will focus on the physical preparation and athletic development of players through integrated on-field and off-field programming, daily training support, and close collaboration with coaching and medical staff. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing developmentally appropriate, evidence-informed programming that supports team performance, individual progression, and readiness for the demands of professional football. The ideal candidate will have experience in soccer performance, athlete monitoring, and periodization, and must be able to effectively balance team needs, individual development priorities, and return to performance considerations within a...

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. Job Description Summary Sporting City Soccer Club, a Sporting Kansas City property, is seeking an enthusiastic and responsible individual with excellent administrative, organizational and communication abilities for its Director of Operations position. The Director of Operations will play a pivotal role in the day-to-day administration of the club, overseeing operational aspects and managing the administrative support staff. This individual will collaborate closely with the Directors of Coaching to support the development of the soccer side of the club. This is a full-time position that will report to the Vice President, Youth Sports Properties and will directly manage the full-time Club...

About Us:  Utah Royals FC, Real Salt Lake, Real Monarchs, and the RSL Academy are united by a shared mission of winning together through development. We are committed to building world-class teams by investing in people—developing players, staff, and leaders through collaboration, growth, and a high-performance culture. If you’re passionate about sport and motivated to grow your career in a purpose-driven organization, we invite you to join us. Summary:  This full-time, at-will position is responsible for the creation and execution of motion graphic content across Utah Soccer. This role will also support The Salt Lake Bees, Utah Royals FC, Real Monarchs, and the RSL Academy when needed. This role supports social, marketing, broadcast, in-stadium, and partner initiatives across America First Field, The Ballpark at America First Square and Zions Bank Real Academy (Herriman). The Motion Graphic Designer will collaborate closely with the...

Summary Reporting to the Director of Human Performance and CMO, the Head of Medical will manage and oversee all athletic trainers, physical therapists and other medical services that provide support for San Diego FC 1st team. This role is responsible for developing, implementing, and supporting all areas of medical evaluation, care and treatment while optimizing injury prevention strategies and rehab protocols for all players. The Head of Medical will work closely and build a collaborative relationship with the Head of Physical Development to ensure holistic athlete development, athlete health and wellbeing optimization across San Diego FC 1st team and Academy. Key Responsibilities: Oversee, manage and lead the day to day medical needs of the SDFC 1st team. Support the recruitment, development and evaluation of all full-time, part-time and contractor SDFC athletic trainers, physical therapists and other medical services. Oversee the care, support and...

About the job The Chicago Fire Football Club (Chicago Fire FC) is Chicago’s premier professional soccer club competing in Major League Soccer (MLS), the top U.S. domestic league. Founded on October 8, 1997, on the 126th anniversary of the Great Chicago Fire, the Club began play in 1998, becoming the first and only expansion team in North American sports to win a title in its first year of existence. Beside MLS Cup 1998, the Fire have won five other major domestic titles, including the 1998, 2000, 2003, and 2006 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cups, and the 2003 MLS Supporters’ Shield. The Club’s Football Operations department is guided by one vision: to build a world-class club that inspires greatness, helps unite Chicago, and wins championships. To that end, Owner and Chairman Joe Mansueto named former U.S. Men’s National Team head coach Gregg Berhalter as Director of Football and Head Coach ahead of the 2025 regular season, leading the Fire to the...

Head of Women's Football – Leeds United Location: Elland Road, Leeds, UK Responsible to: Sporting Director Application Deadline: 22nd June 2026 Join the Team Behind the Team At Leeds United, we know that success on the pitch starts with strength behind the scenes. The Head of Women’s Football will provide leadership, vision, and strategic direction across all aspects of the Club’s women’s football operations. This is a pivotal senior leadership role responsible for defining and delivering a high-performance football strategy aligned with the Club’s long-term ambitions, values, and identity. The successful candidate will establish and implement a clear football philosophy across the women’s pathway, foster an environment of excellence and development, and ensure sustained competitiveness at all levels of the women’s game....

Department: Football Division – Girls Academy Department   Hours of Work: Full-time, 35 hours per work (with flexibility to work during evenings and weekends, including matchdays)   Contract Type: Permanent   Salary: Attractive Remuneration Package depending upon experience   Location: Bodymoor Heath Training Ground   Closing Date: Friday 26 June 2026   The Department Our Girls Academy Department has established itself as a leader in girls youth football development, consistently delivering the highest standards in coaching, education and training across 10 teams with players aged U10 – U21. We are committed to nurturing talent and creating a supportive and professional environment and we are proud of the role we play in shaping the next generation of female footballers as demonstrated in our recent success with our U21s winning the Professional Game Academy Plate.   To...

The Role We are looking for a  consultant  to carry out  Emerging Talent Player ID  services for AWFC until the end of the 2026/2027 season.   Who we are We are one of the most famous clubs in world football, with a rich heritage and history of success – read more about our history,  here . Beyond that, we are passionate about our  local community  and, behind the scenes, we have a wide variety of opportunities and career paths for all. We have a very defined purpose: to act for a winning team, culture and community. We achieve this by ensuring we are courageous in the pursuit of progress, we champion our community and each other, and that we do the right thing (even when no one is looking). Our Commitment to Safeguarding We are committed to ensuring that our environments for children, young people and adults at risk remain safe and inclusive. We therefore require successful candidates to complete a DBS...

Department: Football Division – Boys Academy Medical and Sport Science Department   Hours of Work: Full-time (working patterns aligned to the demands of elite football, including matchdays and travel where required)   Contract Type: Permanent   Salary: Attractive Remuneration Package depending on experience   Location: Bodymoor Heath Training Ground   The Department Our Boys Academy is a Premier League Category One environment, built on delivering consistent, high-performance support across every stage of the player pathway. Operating at the intersection of development and elite performance, our Sport Science and Medicine Department plays a critical role in preparing players for the demands of First Team football.   Working closely with the Loans and Emerging Talent and First Team multi-disciplinary team’s (MDT), we ensure players progress with the robustness, availability, and performance...