Talent Identification Manager – Men’s Youth National Teams

U.S. Soccer Federation

Talent Identification Manager responsible for youth national team scouting for U.S. Soccer.

Posted 6/30/2026full-timeRemote • California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Montana, North Carolina, Tennessee, Utah • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $85,000 - $100,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for youth national team scouting for an assigned geographic region
Lead U.S. Soccer’s Talent ID plan
Build and manage a network of part-time scouts
Develop relationships with key clubs and members
Create and execute strategic scouting plans
Communicate effectively with all internal and external stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
U.S. Soccer Talent Scout License or equivalent
High level ability to lead, plan, collaborate
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to develop and maintain relationships
Passion for youth scouting and experience within a professionalized environment
Competencies, characteristics and understanding of talent identification and development

Benefits

Comp & perks

Casual work environment
Inclusive culture
Atmosphere for professional development

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Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication Skills

Certifications

Bachelor’s Degree or EquivalentU.S. Soccer Talent Scout License or Equivalent