1st Team Assistant Coach
Real Salt Lake
sandy, ut, usa
Posted on Nov 15, 2025
SUMMARY
The Assistant Coach will support the Head Coach in managing all on-field elements of Real Salt Lake. The assistant coach plays a critical role in enhancing team performance, creating effective training programs, and fostering a positive and cohesive team culture. The position requires a deep understanding of the game, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with players, coaching staff, and team management.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The following list of functions is descriptive of the work to be performed but it should not be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, functions, or tasks that the job may require.
- Collaborates with the Head Coach to design and implement a comprehensive training program that enhances player skills, tactics, and fitness levels.
- Conducts training sessions that are well-organized, focused, and aligned with team goals and strategies.
- Utilizes video analysis tools and statistical data to evaluate player performance, track progress, and identify areas for improvement. Provides constructive feedback, guidance, and personalized training plans to maximize player potential.
- Assists in analyzing opponents' tactics and strategies, contributes to the development of game plans, and provides valuable insights and recommendations to the head coach.
- Helps prepare players mentally and physically for each match.
- Collaborates with the Head Coach during matches to make tactical adjustments and provides strategic advice. Guides players effectively during high-pressure situations.
- Assists in scouting for new talent and draft prospects.
- Translate analysis into tactical set-piece coaching during training and matches, collaborating with the Head Coach to integrate set-play preparation and ensure tactical clarity and execution.
- Other duties as assigned.'
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Professional qualifications of USSF B license (or equivalent from an approved federation)
- Professional coaching experience at a professional level.
- Ability to pass a background check and become Safe Sport certified.
- Ability to analyze and evaluate player performance using video analysis tools and statistical data.
- Outstanding knowledge of the sport and detailed understanding of current and developing tactics, coaching methods, analytics, and training methods
- Ability to travel extensively.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage and motivate a team.
- The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team (e.g., performance, analytics, medical, and operations staff).
- Proficiency with modern coaching technologies (e.g., Hudl, Sportscode, Wyscout, GPS tracking, or similar performance analytics tools).
- Proven experience in developing individual player development plans and fostering player growth at the professional level.
- Strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and act with discretion when handling player or team information.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Professional qualifications of USSF A license (or equivalent from an approved federation)
- Possess a strong understanding of MLS rules and protocols.
- Playing experience at a professional or collegiate level.
- Bilingual proficiency (English/Spanish) to effectively communicate with a diverse player group.
- Experience working within a Major League Soccer (MLS) or comparable international league environment.
- Knowledge of sports science principles and workload management best practices.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This role requires frequent standing, walking, running, and demonstrating soccer techniques during training sessions in outdoor environments and varying weather conditions. It involves regular travel for away matches, scouting, and off-site training sessions, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. The position may occasionally require lifting or carrying equipment of up to 25 pounds and demands the ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment that requires focus, adaptability, and clear communication.
The Club provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.
Note: The need may arise to revise, supplement, or rescind portions of this job description, and Real Salt Lake reserves the right to do so at any time. Employees shall be required to meet the qualifications and perform the duties of any revised job description.