Job Description

Zone 1 Director- Cedar Stars Academy

Location: All locations (Bergen County NJ - Monmouth County NJ - Hudson Valley County NY )

The Zone 1 Director must have the management skills and confidence to handle operations of the Academy and club organization. Experience in this role of the management side of running a youth soccer club. You will work closely and report to the clubs Technical Director and be given the platform to build new and innovative ways to improve and grow the organization.

Responsibilities

1. To deliver a clear vision and supporting strategy for the Academy.

1. To align the Academy’s playing and coaching philosophy with the club’s philosophy.
2. To lead on recruitment for all Academy staff and create a staff succession plan for the Academy.
3. To implement an operational / performance plan.
4. To deliver all activity within the agreed budget set by the club.
5. To identify and manage change effectively through effective communication and a process of continuous improvement.
6. To manage all Academy and Club staff so they know what is required of them and can achieve their goals through regular performance management, team meetings and regular 1:1 meeting. To address and manage underperformance.
7. To manage player progression through the Zone 1 and Lead coaches. To update the Technical Director on player pathways and lead on recommending players for Player Pathway.
8. To lead on the Academy’s reputation both within the club, the community and in soccer through dialogue with the Owner and Technical Director.

Requirements

1. Ability to multi-task and project manage.

1.  Exemplary customer service – respond to parent/team emails quickly and efficiently.
2. Ability to handle unforeseen issues in a calm and organized manner.
3. Confidence to lead and manage up to 15-20 coaches.
4. Adaptable to use online management tools, such as Teamsnap, Blue Sombrero and Stack Sports etc.
5. Exceptional written and oral communication skills in a heavy client-facing role.
6. Professionalism and strong interpersonal skills.
7. Proven ability to problem solves and make tough decisive decisions.

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Cedar Stars Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, ancestry, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, religion, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor

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