Director of Talent Identification: Women’s Youth National Teams

Position Overview

U.S. Soccer is recruiting a Director of Talent Identification: Women’s Youth National Teams. The role involves creating and overseeing a comprehensive Talent ID plan, leading a women’s Talent ID staff, guiding Regional Managers, and cultivating an inclusive culture that supports the development of future women’s national team stars.
Primary Responsibilities

Commits to the vision, mission, strategy and policies of U.S. Soccer
Leads a world‑class women’s Talent ID staff and the overall strategic plan and programs
Supports the personal and professional development of Talent ID Regional Managers through feedback and development plans
Oversees a systematic scouting pathway to identify, monitor and recommend players, expanding the girl’s and women’s national team pool
Applies U.S. Soccer Talent Identification philosophy and framework
Monitors the evolution of the women’s national and international landscape, overseeing all strategic components of Women’s Talent ID from a female perspective
Leads a collaborative, holistic decision‑making process for all TID and YNT camps
Collaborates with WNT Assistant Coach/Player Scout Manager on pathway planning and transition of YNT high potentials to the senior national team
Builds relationships with all sporting departments and creates connections with Youth National Teams, High Performance, and Analytics for an interdisciplinary approach
Collaborates with TID Operations Manager and Head of Talent ID on program evaluation, trend identification, data analysis, and strategy refinement for a scaled regional model and budget planning
Contributes to sporting initiatives and provides TID expertise for U.S. Way projects: Key Qualities, Position Profiles, Dual and Multiple Nationals, Post‑Camp Player Assessment
Communicates and collaborates with members and leaders to support a unified Talent ID strategy
Supports Coaching Education and Talent ID Education Lead with a specialized education pathway
Aligned Women’s Youth National Teams Scouting Pathway

Builds professional relationships between Talent ID Managers and Women’s Youth (and senior) National Teams
Assigns managers to specific age group cycles as player scouting leads
Oversees TID/YNT Player Pathway requirements and Depth Chart mechanisms
Assures quality and compliance for player selection processes, methods, and roles
Facilitates age‑group hand‑off meetings and player selection audits
Conducts formal player benchmarking reports post major tournaments (Concacaf, World Cup)
Attends key days at YNT age‑group camps to support assessment processes and gain knowledge of current player pool
Participates in weekly TID/YNT age‑group Zoom meetings to coach managers on pre/post camp monitoring and player selection
Oversees Dual and Multiple Nationals program for W‑YNT
Supports communication with clubs on calendar, visits, player call‑ups and releases
Scaled Regional Structure & YNT Scouting Network

Applies data‑driven approach to regional scaling model expansion
Empowers Talent ID Managers to build and manage a diverse network of independent/part‑time YNT Scouts in designated markets
Makes final approval for hiring new YNT Network Scouts
Monitors TID Manager regional scouting activity and club visits per strategy and plan, with TID Operations support
Ensures quality control within the YNT Scouting Network and collaborates with Education Leads for mentoring YNT scouts
Leads strategic decisions on assigning managers and scouts to key events and tournaments within the scouting calendar
Communicates with members to develop their own Talent ID programs
Talent Identification Programs (Local, Regional, and National)

Oversees all aspects of local Talent ID Centers, Regional Mini‑Camps, and National TID Programs
Ensures uniformity and technical consistency with all guidelines, protocols, and procedures across all TID Centers, Mini‑Camps, and National Camps
Supervises Talent ID Managers in execution, attending regional mini‑camps and key TID Centers
Leads National TID Camp in collaboration with U‑15 YNT Coach
Player Monitoring Systems (Technology and Digital Platforms)

Oversees development and application of a aligned platform with tools, templates, and mechanisms for continuous player and scout monitoring
Applies quantitative and qualitative scouting methods
Collaborates with analysts, managers, and coaches to build and maintain a video resource library across all age groups and international role models
Requirements – Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or higher
U.S. Soccer A License (or UEFA A License)
Leadership and relationship‑building experience in club or Federation environment
Minimum 5 years applied experience in Talent Identification
Expert knowledge of talent identification theory, systems, and practice (domestic and international)
Knowledge of the domestic soccer landscape and player pathways
Critical thinking and problem‑solving ability
Excellent written and verbal communication and professional demeanor
Construction of cooperative working relationships with key leaders and stakeholders across the ecosystem
Effective planner with exceptional time‑management skills and ability to prioritize workflow
Capability to work in fast‑paced and demanding environments
Ability to connect micro details to a macro vision and mission
Proficient experience with Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
Willingness to travel and work non‑traditional hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed
Desired Qualifications

Passion for soccer
Master’s degree
Bilingual (English and Spanish)
U.S. Soccer Talent Scout License or international equivalent
Proficient with data, video editing, and scout technology platforms (Opta, Hudl, Sportscode, Wyscout, etc.)
In‑depth knowledge of U.S. Soccer mission, goals, technical plan, policies, practices, and procedures
Previous experience with a club or national team program
U.S. Soccer offers a comprehensive compensation package, a casual work environment, an inclusive culture, and professional development opportunities.
U.S. Soccer is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, military status, political belief, or any other characteristic protected under the law. We encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA, veterans, parents, and persons with disabilities to apply.

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