Academy Talent ID Manager, Colorado Rapids

Job Title: Academy Talent ID Manager 

Department: Rapids Soccer – Scouting 

Business Unit: KSE

Location: Commerce City, Colorado

Reports To: Academy Director and Head of North American Scouting

Employment Type: Full Time – Salaried – Exempt 

Supervisor Position: No

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Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) is an American Sports and Entertainment holding company based in Denver, Colorado. KSE is committed to providing world class sports and entertainment for both live and broadcast audiences. We are the employer of choice as the owner and operator of Ball Arena, DICK’S Sporting Goods Park, the Paramount Theatre, Denver Nuggets (NBA), the Colorado Avalanche (NHL), Colorado Mammoth (NLL), Colorado Rapids (MLS), KIMN,KXKL, KKSE (FM/AM), Altitude Sports & Entertainment, Major League Fishing/Fishing League Worldwide (MLFLW), Winnercomm, Outdoor Sportsman Group and SkyCam. 

Nature of Work:

Responsible for the implementation and management of player identification & recruitment program for the Rapids Academy. The candidate should embody the club's core values of excellence, authenticity, boldness, integrity, passion, unity and be committed to fostering a culture of community/one club ethos.

Examples of work performed:

• Implement and oversee Academy Talent Identification and Recruitment Plan

Develop an annual Academy scouting calendar to align with Academy recruitment policy

• Manage Academy contract scouts locally, regionally & nationally.
• Regularly update and manage Academy Talent Identification database
• Collaborate with Academy operations & coaching staff to coordinate on-site trials for prospective players within player recruitment policies and guidelines. Assume primary role in hosting players, parents & coaches.
• Screen trialists and work with player welfare to evaluate players suitability for homestay programming/online schooling and to align with club values.
• Attend Rapids 2, Academy & Futures training sessions to ensure appropriate benchmarking of players.
• Coordinate Talent ID events 2 x per year for Futures & Academy.
• Manage Academy player interest database.
• Create recruiting/educational materials that showcase the benefits of participation in the Colorado Rapids Academy
• Manage correspondence and recruitment of prospective players
• Understand and adhere to all club and MLS Next Scouting and Recruitment Policies

Other Duties/Responsibilities:

• Travel as required 
•  Assist with any other duties as assigned.

This description is a summary only and is describing the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business needs. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority. 

Working Conditions & Physical Demands:

• Stand and walk 1/3 to 2/3 of time.
• Sit up to 1/3 of time.
• Talk or hear 2/3 or more of time.
• Use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or 
• Balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl up to 1/3 of time.
• Lift up to 50 lbs. up to 1/3 of time.
• Moderate to loud noise.
• Outdoor weather conditions 1/3 to 2/3 of time.
• Clear vision at 20", depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Qualifications:

• Minimum
  1. BS/BA degree in field or related field 
  2. Minimum of a USSF “C” Coaching License.
  3. Previous experience as a Scout in a professional youth Academy or College program highly desired
  4. USSF Talent Scout Licensed preferred but not required
  5. Professional playing experience preferred but not required.
  6. Material and Equipment Used:
  7. General office equipment including copier, fax, phone, computer/keyboard, etc.   Company vehicles.
  8. Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
  9. Ability to acquire or produce and maintain a valid driver’s license and meet company vehicle driving standards.
     • Including being a licensed driver for 3+ years

Competencies/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to analyze techniques, tacti