Job Opportunities

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Thank you for your interest in joining the Sporting Nebraska staff. Currently we are looking for grow our coaching staff in a number of programs that we offer. 

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Volunteer Positions:

Recreational U6 - U19 Boys & Girls

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Paid Positions:

Assistant Youth Director - Staff

Academy - U8 - U10 Boys & Girls

Competitive - U11 - U19 Boys & Girls

ECNL - U13 - U19 Boys & Girls

Lincoln Recreational - Boys & Girls

Lincoln Competitive - Boys & Girls

Lincoln Affiliate Programs - Boys & Girls


Paid Staff Coach Benefits​

Our staff coaches are part-time and/or full-time employees of Sporting Nebraska FC. We hold high expectations of our coaches, and in return offer a number of benefits that can't be beat. If coaching is your passion and you have a love of the game then continue below to see what we can offer you.

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Benefits

  • Competitive compensation for our Academy, Competitive, and ECNL teams with recognition awards and bonus incentives
  • Yearly Adidas branded, club gear (5-8 items)
  • Licensing reimbursement for all coaches increasing their education in the game
  • Access to our coaching curriculum, wide range of lesson plans, and online coaching programs
  • Mentorship opportunities open to all staff members
  • Training on quality outdoor and indoor facilities, along with AV room access to engage in classroom sessions
  • A club culture driven by diversity, equity and inclusion
  • As an affiliate of Sporting KC our staff has access to coaching education opportunities, mentorship programs, facility tours and discounts on affiliate events
  • Options to travel with our Competitive/ECNL teams, expenses included

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Staff Coach Commitment​

  • The position is part time, 4 - 6 hours per week for Academy and 6 - 8 hours per week for Competitive/ECNL
  • Must be available 2-3 evenings per week (after 5:00pm) on Mon-Thu evenings, with availability on weekends for games & travel
  • Spring season runs April- June/Fall runs August - November/Winter runs December - March - this is a 10 month position
  • Must be able to travel to Omaha, NE and/or Lincoln, NE for training sessions
  • Teams play in 1-2 leagues and 2-3 tournaments each fall and spring season, you must be willing to travel with them
  • Must be willing to attain a online Grassroots coaching license if not already held (will be paid for by club)

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Desired Experience/Qualities

  • Experience working with children of varied ages in a sporting, teaching or community environment
  • Ability to communicate effectively with parent group and directors on team schedule and team organization
  • Enthusiastic personality with ability to create a positive and fun environment for the players
  • Prior soccer coaching or playing experience preferred
  • Willingness to learn and attend coach education sessions as needed

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Anyone interested in coaching needs to complete an application, both for head and assistant coaching positions. The Directors of Coaching will review all applications submitted and contact applicants in a timely manner. Interviews will follow.