NOW HIRING
FULL-TIME ECNL Head Coaches
Missouri Rush Soccer Club is seeking experienced, highly motivated, and qualified coaches to join our Boys and Girls ECNL programs in full-time coaching positions.
This opportunity is designed for dedicated coaching professionals who are passionate about elite player development and want to build a career within a competitive, growing youth soccer organization.
Selected candidates will serve as Head Coaches within our ECNL programs while also contributing to the club's day-to-day operations, player development initiatives, and long-term strategic objectives.
We are looking for professionals who demonstrate strong leadership, accountability, a collaborative mindset, and a commitment to excellence both on and off the field.
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
ECNL COACHING :
- Serve as Head Coach of assigned Boys and/or Girls ECNL teams.
- Implement comprehensive training plans aligned with the club's methodology.
- Lead teams in ECNL league competition, showcases, tournaments, and other events.
- Oversee individual player development, evaluations, and progress.
- Establish a competitive, positive, and professional team culture.
- Maintain consistent communication and expectations with players, families, and club leadership.
CLUB LEADERSHIP & OPERATIONS :
- Maintain regularly scheduled office hours as part of a full-time work schedule.
- Collaborate with the ECNL Director and on program planning and development.
- Assist with player identification, recruitment, evaluations, and team placement.
- Support coaching education, camps, clinics, and club development initiatives.
- Participate in staff meetings, planning sessions, and organizational projects.
- Complete assigned administrative responsibilities in a timely and professional manner.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the ECNL Director.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Missouri Rush offers a competitive employment package designed to attract and retain experienced coaching professionals.
- Full-time, salaried employment.
- Benefits package.
- Competitive compensation commensurate with qualifications and experience.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- Year-round involvement in an established competitive soccer organization.
- Collaborative environment with experienced club and technical leadership.
QUALIFICATIONS :
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :
- Minimum USSF National B License or recognized equivalent.
- 3-5 years of coaching in ECNL or equivalent league competition.
- Comprehensive understanding of elite player development and modern coaching methodologies.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a structured organization.
- Commitment to professional development, accountability, and club-wide standards.
- Availability for evenings, weekends, and required travel.
- Ability to meet applicable background screening and youth-safety requirements.
PREFERED QUALIFICATIONS :
- USSF National A License or recognized equivalent strongly preferred.
- Previous head coaching experience within ECNL, ECNL Regional League, MLS NEXT, Girls Academy, collegiate soccer, or comparable competitive environments.
- Demonstrated success developing players for collegiate or professional pathways.
- Experience contributing to organizational growth.
- Ability to mentor and collaborate with other coaches.
HOW TO APPLY :
Qualified candidates should submit:
- Cover letter
- Current coaching resume.
- Coaching licenses and relevant certifications.
- 3 Professional references.
Send Applications To: Adam Burke (ECNL Director) aburke@morushsoccer.com
Email Subject: Full-Time ECNL Head Coach Application
