Sogility St. Louis - Director of Athlete Development

Job Description

General Position Description: 

The position of Director of Athlete Development at Sogility is responsible for providing programming and coaching that includes but is not limited to motivation, education, and guidance on proper nutrition, conditioning, speed, resistance training, mobility, and recovery to help athletes develop to the best of their ability. 

Responsibilities of the Position: 

Design and implement speed, strength training, and conditioning programs for all Sogility athletes choosing to participate in AD or Advanced AD sessions. 

Facilitate a collaborative relationship among players, partner coaches, sports medicine providers, and other staff.

Develop systems for tracking athlete attendance and athlete progress in conjunction with Sogility Growth Indicator. 

Maintains a personal health and fitness lifestyle consistent with company guidelines. Conduct an annual needs-analysis for the facility.

Determine and reinforce expectations for athlete conduct that mirror the Sogilitys brand and expectations.

Successfully completes training and educational courses as required. 

Qualifications Education: 

B.S. in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or Human Performance required. 

Current standard first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automated external defibrillation (AED) certifications. 

A strong working knowledge and teaching skills in analysis and techniques of strength training. 

Strong motivational abilities. 

Evidence of ability to interact positively with athletes, colleagues, and the public.

Evidence of strong organizational skills and effective oral and written communication skills. 

Experience 2+ years of coaching speed, strength and conditioning at the private, high school, collegiate, or professional level preferred. 

Sogility Standards & Expectations: 

Be actively participating in the session 

Existing alongside the athletes and interacting with the athletes is not the same thing. 

Constantly and continuously monitoring each athlete’s technique 

You cannot effectively do this sitting down 

Ensure the session is producing the improvements the athletes are looking to make 

They are coming to us with their goals and dreams – don’t let them down. 

Set a high level of standards for what is expected in each session 

Allowing poor form, athletes to rush through activities, or athletes to distract other participants is not acceptable 

This is a full-time salaried position. Employee acknowledges that Employee has the requisite experience, background, and knowledge to perform such functions and duties.

Full time - Sogility General Trainer 

(35 hours a week Minimum) 

Roles and responsibilities:

As a trainer of a Sogility facility, the employee is required to assist & coach players during 30 minute training sessions for maximum effectiveness and enjoyment. 

Other duties include: 

Have competency in use and instruction of all Sogility equipment

Instruct each session according to Sogility's training curriculum (including check-in on Upper Hand and on SGI training app)

Build rapport with current/prospective players and promote attendance at your training sessions

Have an understanding of all facets and program offerings at Sogility and encourage trial/additional training

Be engaged at all times (no sitting, no leaning, no food/drink during training) and coach/instruct players throughout each session

Report technical or player issues to GM immediately

Follow Sogility social media & retweet/share posts

Embody the values of Sogility: 

Serve: Care about providing a quality experience to the clients served and to their family

Observant: Be vigilant about player improvement

Growth: Drive to continuously improve both yourself and Sogility

Integrity: Strive to do the right thing, even when no one is looking

Loyalty: Knowing you can trust your team and that working together to solve a problem is more important that who gets the credit

Innovation: Challenge yourself to see what's possible to better meet the needs of your team customers and Sogility

Take Charge: Have passion. Feel empowered to make decisions and take action - act like an owner

Y: Because we strive to be the best

Embrace Sogility's mission: to increase soccer players' skills, confidence, and physical development with personalized training through the use of technology and individualized data monitoring

Other responsibilities: 

Create a safe and welcoming atmosphere to encourage all players to be who they are and excel at what they love

Open and helpful to constant changes due to business model

Enthusiasm and initiative are key. 

Ability and desire to provide our clients and players with a high level of service

Build enthusiasm to create a positive work environment.

Represents Sogility and maintains appropriate relationships with members, parents and players.

Perform all safety and emergency procedures as needed,

Passion for and soccer knowledge preferred, but not required

Qualifications & Experience:

USSF National Coaching License Preferred 

Coaching experience required; Youth, Collegiate or Professional soccer levels

Prior experience providing private, one-on-one training sessions is preferred

Background playing in a club, college, or professional setting is preferred

Desire to work cooperatively and effectively with different personality types as well as other departments, vendors, and clients.

Optimal interpersonal and communication skills to engage with guests, staff, and stakeholders.

Passion for creating an inviting and welcoming environment.

Ability to kneel, bend, reach, climb, and stand for long durations of time.

Ability to move and lift equipment and supplies of 40+ pounds.

Sogility General Trainer 

Roles and responsibilities:

As a general trainer of a Sogility facility, the employee is required to assist & coach players during 30 minute training sessions for maximum effectiveness and enjoyment. 

Other duties include: 

Have competency in use and instruction of all Sogility equipment

Instruct each session according to Sogility's training curriculum (including check-in on Upper Hand and on SGI training app)

Build rapport with current/prospective players and promote attendance at your training sessions

Have an understanding of all facets and program offerings at Sogility and encourage trial/additional training

Be engaged at all times (no sitting, no leaning, no food/drink during training) and coach/instruct players throughout each session

Report technical or player issues to GM immediately

Follow Sogility social media & retweet/share posts

Embody the values of Sogility: 

Serve: Care about providing a quality experience to the clients served and to their family

Observant: Be vigilant about player improvement

Growth: Drive to continuously improve both yourself and Sogility

Integrity: Strive to do the right thing, even when no one is looking

Loyalty: Knowing you can trust your team and that working together to solve a problem is more important that who gets the credit

Innovation: Challenge yourself to see what's possible to better meet the needs of your team customers and Sogility

Take Charge: Have passion. Feel empowered to make decisions and take action - act like an owner

Y: Because we strive to be the best

Embrace Sogility's mission: to increase soccer players' skills, confidence, and physical development with personalized training through the use of technology and individualized data monitoring

Other responsibilities: 

Create a safe and welcoming atmosphere to encourage all players to be who they are and excel at what they love

Open and helpful to constant changes due to business model

Enthusiasm and initiative are key. 

Ability and desire to provide our clients and players with a high level of service

Build enthusiasm to create a positive work environment.

Represents Sogility and maintains appropriate relationships with members, parents and players.

Perform all safety and emergency procedures as needed,

Passion for and soccer knowledge preferred, but not required

Qualifications & Experience:

USSF National Coaching License Preferred 

Coaching experience required; Youth, Collegiate or Professional soccer levels

Prior experience providing private, one-on-one training sessions is preferred

Background playing in a club, college, or professional setting is preferred

Desire to work cooperatively and effectively with different personality types as well as other departments, vendors, and clients.

Optimal interpersonal and communication skills to engage with guests, staff, and stakeholders.

Passion for creating an inviting and welcoming environment.

Ability to kneel, bend, reach, climb, and stand for long durations of time.

Ability to move and lift equipment and supplies of 40+ pounds.