Coaching Soccer
Hi, I’m
Rory E. O'Connor
Coach / Executive Director In Sports
Summary
Dedicated and driven Coach/Program Director with a proven track record of achievements in soccer and diverse sports. Skilled in transforming inexperienced athletes into agile, skilled players. Demonstrates exceptional leadership in program management and strategic planning.
Overview
30
years of professional experience
5
years of post-secondary education
14
Certifications
3
Languages
Work History
Shoreline Community CollegeShoreline, Washington
Women's Soccer Coach
01.2024 - Current
Liverpool FC International Academy
Executive Director
08.2022 - 10.2024
Job overview
- Oversaw operations for nine facilities, ensuring safety, quality, and optimal use of resources.
- Exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize profitability reducing the budget deficit by 90% year one.
- Led recruitment and development of strategic alliances to maximize utilization of existing talent and capabilities.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Devised and presented business plans and forecasts to board of directors.
- Drove strategic improvements to enhance operational and organizational efficiencies.
City of Sunnyvale, California
Building Inspector / Plans Examiner
10.2019 - 04.2022
Job overview
- Ensured regulatory compliance and collaborated with stakeholders on project management
Cal Lutheran University
Assistant Men's Soccer Coach
01.2021 - 12.2021
Dougherty Valley High School
Boys' Soccer Coach
01.2017 - 12.2021
Dynamos FC
Executive Director / Head Coach
05.2016 - 01.2020
Job overview
- Expanded programming opportunities, increasing athlete participation by 30%
- Recruited, hired, and retained diverse coaching staff committed to student development
- Established mentorship programs to enhance student leadership and community service involvement
- Handled International Transfers for US Open Cup
Alderwood Electric
Owner & Operator
03.2009 - 09.2019
Job overview
- Managed all operational aspects, including personnel, budgeting, contract negotiation, compliance, and bidding
Las Positas College
Women's & Men's Soccer Coach
01.2015 - 12.2018
Piedmont High School
Boys' Soccer Coach
01.2011 - 12.2016
Piedmont Soccer Club
Director of Coaching
01.2010 - 12.2016
Munster Technological University
Men's Soccer Coach
01.1995 - 12.1997
Education
Concordia University IrvineIrvine, CA
Master of Arts from Coaching and Athletic Administration
09.2021 - 11.2022
University Overview
- Relevant Courses: Strategic Leadership, Sport Management, Ethics, Business Law, Coaching Principles
- GPA: 4.0
Southern New Hampshire UniversityManchester, NH
Bachelor of Arts from General Studies / Sports Management
05.2017 - 04.2021
University Overview
- Relevant Courses: Organizational Management, Communications, Marketing, DEI, Psychology
- GPA: Summa Cum Laude
Munster Technological UniversityIreland
Associate Degree from Mechanical & Electronic Engineering
Skills
Athletic Administration
Strategic Planning
Budget Creation/Management
Program Development
Fundraising & Sponsorships
Compliance Management
Motivational
Facility management
Proficient in Microsoft, Google Software, and most sports software
Recruitment
Performance improvements
Certification
USSF B License (In Progress)
NSCAA Director of Coaching
NSCAA Premier Diploma
NSCAA Advanced National Diploma
NSCAA National Diploma
NSCAA Goalkeeping 1
NSCAA Diversity & Inclusion Certificate
NSCAA Sports Psychology
ACF Fiorentina Psychomotor Skills
NorCal / Frans Hoek Technical Director
NFHS Certified
First Aid/CPR
ICC Building Inspector / Plans Examiner
CA Electrical Contractor License (C-10)
Accomplishments
Achievements as a coach:
- Achieved : Combined college record 86 - 29 - 11
- U17/U19 girls’ team to Nationals in the GA Academy 2022 & 2023.
- Community College to win the Conference undefeated 2018
- Won two high school tournaments (the first in each case for both schools) 2014 & 2018
- Won numerous leagues & tournaments with youth teams.
- Contested the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup qualifiers for three years.
- Placed many kids in college and have had four kids go on to professional soccer.
- Assistant coach for FAI youth champions 1998
Achievements as a player:
- Captained my county growing up in Ireland
- Won 21 league and cup medals in youth & academy sports
- Played Senior League in Ireland – 4 years
- Captained my University for 2 years
- Player of the year for my University team for 2 years.
Timeline
Women's Soccer Coach
Shoreline Community College
01.2024 - Current
Executive Director
Liverpool FC International Academy
08.2022 - 10.2024
Concordia University Irvine
Master of Arts from Coaching and Athletic Administration
09.2021 - 11.2022
Assistant Men's Soccer Coach
Cal Lutheran University
01.2021 - 12.2021
Building Inspector / Plans Examiner
City of Sunnyvale, California
10.2019 - 04.2022
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Arts from General Studies / Sports Management
05.2017 - 04.2021
Boys' Soccer Coach
Dougherty Valley High School
01.2017 - 12.2021
Executive Director / Head Coach
Dynamos FC
05.2016 - 01.2020
Women's & Men's Soccer Coach
Las Positas College
01.2015 - 12.2018
Boys' Soccer Coach
Piedmont High School
01.2011 - 12.2016
Director of Coaching
Piedmont Soccer Club
01.2010 - 12.2016
Owner & Operator
Alderwood Electric
03.2009 - 09.2019
Men's Soccer Coach
Munster Technological University
01.1995 - 12.1997
Munster Technological University
Associate Degree from Mechanical & Electronic Engineering
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